Magnolia ‘Teddy Bear’ is a compact, evergreen magnolia selected for its dense habit and rich foliage. With smaller, thick leaves and a naturally tidy form, it is well suited to hedging, screening, or use as a feature tree in limited spaces. Large, creamy white flowers appear through the warmer months, providing the classic magnolia look without the size of traditional varieties. This cultivar performs reliably in both residential and commercial landscapes.
Light requirement: Full sun to part shade
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil enriched with organic matter
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Slow to moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large pots and tubs
Mature Height: 3–5 m
Mature Width: 2–3 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Yes, tolerates light to moderate frost
Wind Tolerant: Moderate
Leaf colour: Deep green upper surface with dense, rust-brown undersides
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: Small to medium, thick and leathery
Flower Colour: Creamy white
Flower Shape: Large, cup-shaped blooms
Flower Fragrance: Light, sweet fragrance
Flower Season: Late spring through summer
Magnolia ‘Teddy Bear’ is a compact, evergreen magnolia selected for its dense habit and rich foliage. With smaller, thick leaves and a naturally tidy form, it is well suited to hedging, screening, or use as a feature tree in limited spaces. Large, creamy white flowers appear through the warmer months, providing the classic magnolia look without the size of traditional varieties. This cultivar performs reliably in both residential and commercial landscapes.
Light requirement: Full sun to part shade
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil enriched with organic matter
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Slow to moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large pots and tubs
Mature Height: 3–5 m
Mature Width: 2–3 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Yes, tolerates light to moderate frost
Wind Tolerant: Moderate
Leaf colour: Deep green upper surface with dense, rust-brown undersides
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: Small to medium, thick and leathery
Flower Colour: Creamy white
Flower Shape: Large, cup-shaped blooms
Flower Fragrance: Light, sweet fragrance
Flower Season: Late spring through summer
