Michelia baillonii is a bushy, columnar upright evergreen shrub belonging to the Magnoliaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. Preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH, it requires moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, Mediterranean climates, and wall side borders. It is best propagated by semi-ripe cuttings or layering, with interest in spring and summer.

Michelia baillonii thrives in full sun or partial shade, hardy to RHS H4, ideal for architectural and courtyard gardens with spring and summer interest.

Michelia baillonii

Michelia compacta is a bushy, columnar upright evergreen shrub belonging to the Magnoliaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south- or west-facing aspect. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, as well as cottage and informal garden settings. Best planted in well-drained soil with watering during establishment, it can be propagated by semi-ripe cuttings or layering and is of interest in spring and summer.

Michelia compacta is a bushy, evergreen shrub with architectural form, thriving in full sun or partial shade and ideal for sheltered UK gardens.