Life Cycle
Perennial
Water Requirement
Moderate
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Max Height
10 Ft. +
Price
$99.95

Little Gem is a dwarf Magnolia with leathery green and brown leaves that produces a large, fragrant, and white flower. Typical bloom cycle is Spring thru Summer. Not a real fast grower but grows the most in the warmer months. Adds a very elegant style to the landscape.

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How to care for Little Gem Magnolia Tree

Light. Full sun. It also tolerates partial shade.

Water. Water regularly for the first 4–6 weeks after planting. It does best in consistently moist soil and dislikes both very dry and soggy extremes.

Soil and feeding. Give it moist, organically rich, well-drained soil, preferably acidic. Feed lightly but often during the first three growing seasons.

Size. Grows slowly to 10 ft or more and 8–10 ft wide. It reaches about 20 ft in 20 years, and old trees may reach 30 ft.

Pruning. Little pruning is needed. It can also be kept as a pruned hedge or trained flat against a wall.

Problems to watch. Scale, especially magnolia scale, is an occasional pest, and sooty mold can follow. Expect leaf litter in spring.

Good to know. It starts blooming young, at 3–4 ft tall. It is moderately salt tolerant, and the species is a Florida native.