Millingtonia Hortensis (Indian Cork Tree)

The Indian Cork Tree (Millingtonia hortensis) is one of the most enchanting flowering trees you can plant in a UAE garden. At 3.5–4.0 m tall with a graceful 60–70 mm caliper trunk, supplied in a 170L pot, this is a mature specimen that transforms the garden after dark. Its clusters of slender, pure white tubular flowers open at night and release an intensely sweet jasmine-like fragrance that fills the surrounding air — making it one of the most rewarding trees for outdoor entertaining spaces and evening gardens.

Key Features

• Intensely fragrant white flowers that bloom at night — a jasmine-like scent that fills the garden
• Specimen-grade size — 3.5–4.0 m height, 60–70 mm caliper, in a 170L pot
• Tall, elegant form with a light, airy canopy of fine pinnate foliage
• Fast-growing and heat-tolerant — thrives in UAE conditions
• A rare and distinctive choice for fragrance gardens and evening outdoor spaces

Why It Works in the UAE

Millingtonia hortensis is a tropical tree that loves warmth and full sun — exactly what the UAE provides in abundance. It grows vigorously in the Gulf's climate and produces its most prolific flowering during the cooler months, filling gardens with fragrance from dusk onwards. Its tall, slender form makes it ideal for planting near seating areas, pools, and outdoor dining spaces where its evening scent can be fully appreciated. A truly special tree for those who want their garden to come alive after sunset.

Care Snapshot

Light: Full sun — thrives in direct UAE sunlight
Water: Regular watering during establishment; moderate once mature
Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release fertilizer at planting; feed lightly in spring and summer
Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth

What You'll Receive

One Millingtonia hortensis (Indian Cork Tree) in a 170L pot, approximately 3.5–4.0 m in height with a trunk caliper of 60–70 mm. A mature, specimen-grade fragrant flowering tree with a well-established root system, ready for planting. Ideal for villa gardens, pool surrounds, outdoor entertaining areas, and fragrance gardens. Flowers bloom at night. Appearance may vary slightly from photos.