Melia azedarach 'Caroline' - Evergreen Trees Direct

Melia azedarach 'Caroline'

Name: Melia azedarach 'Caroline'
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
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Size: 200L

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About Melia azedarach 'Caroline'

Melia azedarach 'Caroline', known as Caroline White Cedar, is a striking deciduous feature tree growing 6–10 meters tall and 6–8 meters wide. It boasts elegant, fern-like foliage that turns golden in autumn, creating seasonal interest.

In spring, it produces masses of fragrant lilac-blue flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. With a broad, spreading canopy and open growth habit, 'Caroline' combines beauty with resilience—drought-tolerant once established and low-maintenance.

Thriving in full sun to part shade, it is perfect for urban landscapes, parks, streetscapes, and large gardens, handling various conditions with ease.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8m - 12m Approximately

Mature Width: 6 – 8 metres

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Melia azedarach 'Caroline' frost tolerant?

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Melia azedarach ‘Caroline’ produces abundant clusters of star-shaped lilac-purple flowers with a darker central eye from late spring into early summer. The lightly fragrant blooms form in airy sprays throughout the canopy, creating a soft, elegant and highly ornamental seasonal display.

Native Information

Is Melia azedarach 'Caroline' an Australian Native? Yes

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' is Native to A selected cultivar of Melia azedarach, native to Asia and northern Australia, bred for ornamental landscape use.

Wildlife Value

Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies and a wide range of pollinating insects, while the finely divided foliage provides shade, shelter and perching sites for small birds. The golden berries that follow are eaten by certain bird species, offering food through autumn and winter and supporting greater biodiversity.

Sunlight Information

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Melia azedarach ‘Caroline’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It is adaptable to poorer, drier or compacted soils but may struggle in heavy, waterlogged clay unless improved with coarse material and organic matter to increase drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support drought resilience, rapid canopy growth and reliable seasonal flowering.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Caroline White Cedar

Genus: Melia

Botanical Species: azedarach

Family: Meliaceae

Botanical Name: Melia azedarach 'Caroline'

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree
Avenue Planting
Shade Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes
Street Tree

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

Select an Ideal Location: Choose a well-draining site with exposure to full sun or partial shade.

Dig the Right Hole: Dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball but not deeper.

Plant with Care: Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the ground surface.

Backfill and Water: Fill the hole with soil, gently compacting it as you go. Water thoroughly after planting.

Hedging & Screening: Not typically used for dense hedging due to size and form

Feature Tree: Space 5 – 7 meters apart to showcase canopy form

Avenue Planting: Space 6 – 8 meters apart for structured alignment and mature spread

Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the first few years. Once established, it becomes more drought-tolerant.

Pruning: Minimal pruning is required, but you can prune for shape and remove dead or damaged branches as needed.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring to support healthy growth.

How to Grow in Different Soil Types

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' is highly adaptable and thrives in most soil conditions, including poor and dry soils:

Sandy Soil: Benefits from added organic matter to improve moisture retention.

Clay Soil: Can be compacted—improve with compost and sand for better aeration.

Loamy Soil: Ideal for strong root development and consistent growth.

Acidic or Alkaline Soil: Tolerates a wide pH range but prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions.

Melia azedarach 'Caroline' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Caroline’ develops excellent drought tolerance. Fast-growing and hardy, it performs strongly in hot, dry, inland and coastal conditions and maintains a full, leafy canopy with only occasional deep watering during extended dry spells.

Flowering Information

Does Melia azedarach 'Caroline' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Purple

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can 'Caroline' White Cedar be used for hedging?
A: While it's typically grown as a specimen tree, you can use careful pruning to create a formal hedge with 'Caroline' White Cedar.

Q: Is it attractive to wildlife?
A: Yes, the fragrant spring flowers of 'Caroline' White Cedar attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Q: Does it have any special soil requirements?
A: 'Caroline' White Cedar prefers well-draining soil but is adaptable to various soil types.

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