Magnolia delavayi (Chinese Evergreen Magnolia )

Magnolia delavayi (Chinese Evergreen Magnolia) cream flower close up among wide dark green leaves.
Magnolia delavayi (Chinese Evergreen Magnolia) cream flower nestled among broad dark green foliage.

Botanical name: Magnolia delavayi

Common name: Chinese Evergreen Magnolia

Family: Magnoliaceae

Origin: Southern China

USDA Zone: 8-9

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant

It is a small evergreen tree with fragrant, cup-shaped, creamy white to pink flowers.

See Article about Tropical Magnolias.

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