Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Little Gem is a moderate grower, very compact, with an upright, branching, narrow form. Foliage is dark green, with rusty-bronze coloring on the leaf underside.
A heavy bloomer, white flowers appearing in early Spring, then again in late summer.
Originated by Warren Steed of Steed's Nursery, Candor, NC. Grafted.
*Deer Resistant * Attracts: Birds, Bees & Butterflies
Photos courtesy of Piedmont Carolina Nursery in Colfax, NC & Lake Tree Growers in Whigham, GA.
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Large Flowering Shrub or Small Flowering Tree |
| Foliage Type |
Broadleaf Evergreen |
| Height |
20' - 30' |
| Spread |
10' - 20' |
| Shape |
Pyramidal Tree-Form |
| Primary Foliage Color |
(Glossy) Dark-Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
(Glossy) Dark-Green |
| Flowering Season |
Summer |
| Flower Color |
Creamy-White |
Specimen Tree
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Yes |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Slow |
| Sun Preferences |
Sun to partial shade |
| Water Preferences |
Moist (not wet): Prepare planting area for adequate drainage. * Poor drainage may result in root rot for any plant, tree or shrub. |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
7 - 9 |
