Michelia Champaca (Michelia Alba) – Evergreen Perfume Tree with Fragrant White Flowers
The Michelia Champaca, also known as Michelia Alba or Magnolia Alba, is a stunning evergreen tree native to southern China, known for its intensely fragrant white flowers and glossy, lush foliage. Revered in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, this tree is often planted in temple grounds and is cherished for its sweet, delicate fragrance that fills the air, making it a wonderful addition to any garden. Whether referred to as Champaca, White Champaca, or Magnolia Alba, this tree will captivate you with its unforgettable perfume and visual appeal.
Why Choose the Michelia Champaca (Michelia Alba) Tree?
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Highly Fragrant Flowers: The Michelia Champaca produces large, delicate white flowers with a fragrance so enchanting that its scent is used in aromatherapy products and in high-end perfumes, including the famous Joy perfume. The rich fragrance will make your garden smell divine, creating a calming and inviting atmosphere.
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Evergreen Beauty: With its glossy, green foliage and continuous bloom of fragrant white flowers, this evergreen tree makes a stunning visual and aromatic statement in any landscape, providing year-round appeal.
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Cultural Significance: An esteemed tree in Hinduism and Buddhism, Michelia Champaca is often planted on temple grounds, symbolizing purity and serenity. It brings a spiritual element to any garden or outdoor space.
Tree Specifications:
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Growth & Blooming: This tree is grown from seedlings and typically begins to bloom within 1-2 years, offering you fragrant blossoms in a relatively short time. Its white flowers, paired with its glossy foliage, make it an excellent ornamental tree.
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Container & Tree Age: We ship your tree in a 3-gallon plastic container, with the average tree age ranging from 6-12 months. This ensures that your tree is young and healthy, ready to establish roots and grow in your garden.
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Sun & Soil Requirements: Michelia Champaca thrives in subtropical climates and prefers full sun to partial shade. It grows well in well-drained, fertile soil and appreciates regular watering, making it suitable for many regions in the southern U.S.
Grown with Care at Everglades Farm
At Everglades Farm, we grow our Michelia Champaca (Michelia Alba) Trees in the heart of Homestead, Florida, where the subtropical weather provides ideal growing conditions. Each tree is nurtured from seedlings with care to ensure strong, healthy growth and early blooming. Our sustainable growing practices and attention to detail ensure that every tree we sell is of the highest quality.
Why Buy from Everglades Farm?
As a family-owned nursery, Everglades Farm is committed to providing premium plants that are grown with love and care. When you purchase from us, you’re investing in expert horticultural practices, ensuring that your Michelia Champaca tree is healthy and ready to flourish in your garden. We take pride in delivering high-quality trees that will thrive in your outdoor space and offer years of beauty and fragrance.
Perfect for Aromatic Gardens & Spiritual Spaces
Whether you're looking to enhance your garden with a highly fragrant tree or seeking to create a tranquil, spiritual space, the Michelia Champaca (Michelia Alba) is the ideal choice. Its stunning flowers, rich scent, and cultural significance make it a perfect tree for home gardens, temple grounds, or any area that could benefit from a touch of elegance and perfume.