Scientific Name
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'

Common Name
Little Gem magnolia
Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types
Texture: Coarse
Form: Upright; dense
Height: 15 to 20'
Width: 8 to 10'
Leaf: 5 to 8" alternate, simple, dark green leathery leaves; underside often has a cinnamon-brown pubescence
Flower/Fruit: White fragrant flowers in summer
Comments: Dwarf cultivar of southern magnolia; flowers at an early age
Cultivars: --
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