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Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia
SKU:
105185-P
UPC:
014949594391
$69.99 - $294.99
- Compact, narrow Southern magnolia perfect for small gardens and tight screens.
- Glossy, evergreen foliage with rich, cinnamon‑brown undersides for year‑round contrast.
- Large, fragrant white blooms from late spring into summer for extended seasonal appeal.
- Moderate grower to ~20–25 ft. tall × ~10–15 ft. wide; ideal for specimens, hedges, or espalier.
Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’) delivers classic magnolia beauty on a space‑saving frame. Its dense, upright habit and lustrous, two‑toned leaves provide four‑season structure, while creamy, perfumed flowers open from late spring through summer. Thriving in full sun and deep, nutrient‑rich, well‑drained soil, this reliable evergreen is a standout specimen, a refined privacy screen, or a captivating espalier for patios and courtyards.
Plant Description
Naturally compact, columnar‑pyramidal magnolia with tight branching and smaller, dark green leaves showing a warm, rusty‑brown felt beneath.
Flowers
Showy, creamy white, sweetly fragrant blooms that are excellent for close‑up enjoyment near entries, patios, and seating areas.
Bloom Time
Main flush in late spring with continued flowering into summer for a long seasonal window.
Foliage
Evergreen, leathery leaves—glossy deep green on top, cinnamon‑brown beneath—deliver year‑round texture and color contrast.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours) promotes denser branching, heavier bloom, and a tighter silhouette.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish; once established, water deeply when the soil begins to dry, tolerating brief dry spells.
Soil Requirements
Provide deep, nutrient‑rich, acidic, well‑drained soil; maintain a wide mulch ring (kept off the trunk) to conserve moisture and protect the shallow root zone.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth to about 20–25 ft. tall and 10–15 ft. wide, retaining a narrow footprint suited to urban and suburban sites.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 7–9; evergreen in mild winters. In cooler edges of its range, situate in a protected exposure to safeguard buds and foliage.
Special Features
Compact form; long bloom season; generally deer and rabbit resistant; tolerant of coastal exposure, road salt, and periodically wet areas once established.
Landscape Uses
Four‑season specimen for front yards; narrow evergreen screen or hedge; superb espalier against walls or fences; elegant accent flanking drives or entries.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Feed in early spring. After establishment, shift to deep, occasional irrigation. Prune only to remove damaged or crossing wood; if shaping is desired, prune after main bloom.
Espalier Tips
Select a young plant and tie flexible laterals to horizontal wires. Pinch vigorous tips after bloom to encourage spur‑bearing side shoots and maintain a flat, layered pattern.
- Compact, narrow Southern magnolia perfect for small gardens and tight screens.
- Glossy, evergreen foliage with rich, cinnamon‑brown undersides for year‑round contrast.
- Large, fragrant white blooms from late spring into summer for extended seasonal appeal.
- Moderate grower to ~20–25 ft. tall × ~10–15 ft. wide; ideal for specimens, hedges, or espalier.
Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’) delivers classic magnolia beauty on a space‑saving frame. Its dense, upright habit and lustrous, two‑toned leaves provide four‑season structure, while creamy, perfumed flowers open from late spring through summer. Thriving in full sun and deep, nutrient‑rich, well‑drained soil, this reliable evergreen is a standout specimen, a refined privacy screen, or a captivating espalier for patios and courtyards.
Plant Description
Naturally compact, columnar‑pyramidal magnolia with tight branching and smaller, dark green leaves showing a warm, rusty‑brown felt beneath.
Flowers
Showy, creamy white, sweetly fragrant blooms that are excellent for close‑up enjoyment near entries, patios, and seating areas.
Bloom Time
Main flush in late spring with continued flowering into summer for a long seasonal window.
Foliage
Evergreen, leathery leaves—glossy deep green on top, cinnamon‑brown beneath—deliver year‑round texture and color contrast.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours) promotes denser branching, heavier bloom, and a tighter silhouette.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish; once established, water deeply when the soil begins to dry, tolerating brief dry spells.
Soil Requirements
Provide deep, nutrient‑rich, acidic, well‑drained soil; maintain a wide mulch ring (kept off the trunk) to conserve moisture and protect the shallow root zone.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth to about 20–25 ft. tall and 10–15 ft. wide, retaining a narrow footprint suited to urban and suburban sites.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 7–9; evergreen in mild winters. In cooler edges of its range, situate in a protected exposure to safeguard buds and foliage.
Special Features
Compact form; long bloom season; generally deer and rabbit resistant; tolerant of coastal exposure, road salt, and periodically wet areas once established.
Landscape Uses
Four‑season specimen for front yards; narrow evergreen screen or hedge; superb espalier against walls or fences; elegant accent flanking drives or entries.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Feed in early spring. After establishment, shift to deep, occasional irrigation. Prune only to remove damaged or crossing wood; if shaping is desired, prune after main bloom.
Espalier Tips
Select a young plant and tie flexible laterals to horizontal wires. Pinch vigorous tips after bloom to encourage spur‑bearing side shoots and maintain a flat, layered pattern.
