MICHELIA 'White Caviar'
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MICHELIA 'White Caviar'
Lightly perfumed magnolia-like flowers which open out flat
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Under glass - scale insects, red spider mites -
Place of origin
China (Yunnan), Tibet. Garden origin -
EvergreenSemi-glossy, dark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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White
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BorderSuitable for a warm, sheltered border
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightProduces 6-12-tepalled flowers
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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) -
Scented flowers
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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 cold, dry winds -
Partial shade
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
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