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MICHELIA laevifolia
(syn. yunnanensis) - strongly fragrant white flowers from velvety buds
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Good to know
Esrly flowering. Variable in size and habit -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, red spider mites under glass. Honey fungus, coral spot -
Place of origin
China(Yunnan), Tibet. -
Magnolias - larger gardens
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Evergreen
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White
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft) -
Tall ShrubDensely leaved and twiggy. Flowers have 6-12 tepals from reddish brown buds.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Scented flowersVery fragrant.
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
Shelter from strong, drying winds. -
Mature Size4m (13ft)
2m (6½ft)
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
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