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Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'

Family Magnoliaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Spread 2.1 - 4.5 m (7 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description As a flowering tree, this plant makes a bold statement in your garden and adds structure as well. Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' (large-flowered magnolia) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to mid fall. This broadleaf evergreen is narrow and upright in form and has deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, coarse textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' (large-flowered magnolia) is showy and fragrant. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning broadleaf evergreen which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, foundation, lawn, shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' is tolerant of drought and pollution. In the winter, Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' provides winter interest.