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Little Gem Magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’
Zones: 7 - 10


  • Produces fragrant, white 4" flowers from mid-spring to summer, with heavy blooming in early years of growth
  • Features elliptical evergreen leaves that are dark green and glossy on top and rusty brown underneath
  • Yields cone-shaped fruit clusters up to 5" long with individual red-coated seeds
  • Blooms at a younger age than most magnolias
  • Grows in an upright shape
  • Tolerates some flooding and moderate drought
  • Produces organic litter from flowers, dry fruit, and leaves

Tree Details

Shape

Pyramidal

Growth Speed

Slow

Scientific Name

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’

Mature Height

15' - 20'

Mature Spread

7' - 10'

Highlights

All the charm of a southern magnolia in a smaller size, the little gem magnolia is a popular ornamental choice for people living in hardiness zones 6 through 10. It is often used as a standout landscape specimen, to add evergreen beauty near decks and patios, as a floral screen or hedge, and in large containers.

If you choose this variety, you will be rewarded early on. The shrub blooms as soon as two or three years old and provides a profusion of fragrant blossoms in those early years of growth.

Sun Preference

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil Preference

Acidic, Clay, Drought, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Well Drained

Wildlife Value

The fruit of the little gem magnolia attracts birds.

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