Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia

Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'

A dwarf southern magnolia with smaller dark green foliage and a very compact narrow form. The large, glossy, evergreen leaves have rusty-brown undersides. Very attractive, large, white, fragrant blooms. A naturally small tree or large shrub perfect for small gardens. Truly captivating when trained as espalier against a wall or fence.

Plant Type Native, Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 7-9
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Height15' - 25' (ft)
Spread6' - 8' (ft), 8' - 10' (ft)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Showy
Tolerance
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Specimen, Wall-Side Borders
Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia | Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' || A dwarf southern magnolia with smaller dark green foliage and a very compact narrow form. The large, glossy, evergreen leaves have rusty-brown undersides. Very attractive, large, white, fragrant blooms. A naturally small tree or large shrub perfect for small gardens. Truly captivating when trained as espalier against a wall or fence.
Native, Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Showy, Attracts Birds, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Specimen, Wall-Side Borders
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