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Sweet Michelia

Michelia Doltsopa

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Overview

The Sweet Michelia (Michelia doltsopa) is an evergreen tree, valued for its lush foliage and fragrant, creamy-white blossoms. Reaching up to 30 feet tall with a spread of 20 feet, it thrives in USDA zones 7-10. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it requires well-drained soil. Providing year-long attraction, its glossy leaves and blossoms make an excellent focal point in any design. Blooms are most prolific in late winter to spring.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–9Type Tree
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — and the olfactory experience it provides

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Magnoliaceae

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Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — although in hotter climates; typically reaching heights of 20 to 30 feet with a similar spread
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — scientifically named Michelia doltsopa
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — The Sweet Michelia (Michelia doltsopa) is an evergreen tree; preferring full sun to partial shade, it requires
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — Native to the eastern Himalayas, this elegant species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10; but can tolerate brief
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — though some specimens may grow taller under optimal conditions.<br><br>This tree is cherished for its lush
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — valued for its lush foliage and fragrant; though some specimens may grow taller under optimal conditions.<br><br>This tree
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — tree with green and white blooms
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — emphasize the Sweet Michelia's role as an architectural anchor in the garden
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — It can attain a majestic stature; tree for full or half
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — with a preference for a slightly acidic to neutral pH
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — especially during dry periods
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — Blooming predominantly in late winter to early spring; leathery leaves that are dark green on the top with a lighter
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — This breathtaking specimen is sure to be a focal point and a conversation starter
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — which resemble magnolias and can be up to 4 inches across; providing year-long attraction, its glossy leaves and blossoms
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — typically reaching heights of 20 to 30 feet with a similar spread; scientifically named Michelia doltsopa
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — but can tolerate brief spells of drought once established.<br><br>When presenting to a client
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — tree for full or half
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — Reaching up to 30 feet tall with a spread of 20 feet, it thrives in USDA zones 7-10; it thrives under full sun to partial
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — some afternoon shade is beneficial to prevent leaf scorch; with a preference for a slightly acidic to neutral pH
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — leathery leaves that are dark green on the top with a lighter underside and can grow up to 6 inches long
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — Blooms are most prolific in late winter to spring; it can attain a majestic stature
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — The tree demands regular watering
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — Sweet Michelia is particularly renowned for its fragrant; green and white flowers in the garden
Sweet Michelia (Michelia Doltsopa) — some afternoon shade is beneficial to prevent leaf scorch
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