Dwarf Southern Magnolia
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
A dwarf Southern Magnolia with smaller dark green foliage and very compact narrow form. The leaves of this evergreen shrub or small tree are rusty-brown on the undersides. Useful in small gardens.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | mag-NOH-li-a gran-di-FLOH-ra |
| Key feature: | Spring Flowering |
| Plant type: | Tree |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Sunset climate zones: | 4 - 12, 14 - 24 |
| Water Needs: | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate growing to 20 to 25 ft. tall, 10 to 15 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Pyramidal |
| Flower attributes: | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Deer Resistant, Dwarf Plant, Year-round Interest |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Seacoast Exposure, Very Wet Areas |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Late spring through summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 5943 |
| Retailers for this plant: |
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: winter.
Design Ideas
Although it is labeled as dwarf, this very columnar evergreen will reach over 25 feet tall at maturity. A great plant to separate multistory city homes on narrow lots without crowding them. Makes a great evergreen screen to block unattractive views, increase privacy or absorb sound. With its pretty flowers, it makes a great accent tree for small space. Ideal for town houses and condominiums.
Videos Featuring the Dwarf Southern Magnolia
How to Get Stronger Plants in a Garden (02:00)
The secret to getting stronger plants in a garden rests with a few key...
A dwarf Southern Magnolia with smaller dark green foliage and very compact narrow form. The leaves of this evergreen shrub or small tree are rusty-brown on the undersides. Useful in small gardens.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: winter.
Design Ideas
Although it is labeled as dwarf, this very columnar evergreen will reach over 25 feet tall at maturity. A great plant to separate multistory city homes on narrow lots without crowding them. Makes a great evergreen screen to block unattractive views, increase privacy or absorb sound. With its pretty flowers, it makes a great accent tree for small space. Ideal for town houses and condominiums.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | mag-NOH-li-a gran-di-FLOH-ra |
| Key feature: | Spring Flowering |
| Plant type: | Tree |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Sunset climate zones: | 4 - 12, 14 - 24 |
| Water Needs: | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate growing to 20 to 25 ft. tall, 10 to 15 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Pyramidal |
| Flower attributes: | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Deer Resistant, Dwarf Plant, Year-round Interest |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Seacoast Exposure, Very Wet Areas |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Late spring through summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 5943 |
