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Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Little Gem Magnolia
The Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem', commonly known as Little Gem Magnolia, is a compact evergreen tree prized for its glossy green leaves with a bronze underside and large, fragrant white flowers. Blooming from spring through summer, the creamy blooms are a standout feature in any landscape. Growing 4 to 6 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide, it is perfect for smaller gardens, hedging, screening, or as a feature tree.
Low-maintenance and hardy, Little Gem Magnolia adds year-round beauty and elegance to a variety of garden styles.
Specifications
- Height4 to 6 metres
- Width2 to 3 metres
- Native toUnited States (species origin)
- FoliageGlossy green leaves with bronze undersides; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy and loamy types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; requires regular watering during establishment
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and Mediterranean regions
Additional Features
- FlowersLarge, creamy white, fragrant blooms; spring through summer flowering
- FormUpright, compact, and dense growth habit
- UsesIdeal for hedges, screens, feature planting, or as a small ornamental tree
- SpacingPlant 2 to 3 metres apart for hedging or standalone displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; shape after flowering if needed
- Pest ResistanceHardy and generally pest-free
- Drought ToleranceModerate once established; benefits from consistent moisture
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract pollinators such as bees
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with seasonal floral displays
- VersatilityComplements formal, contemporary, and cottage garden styles
Little Gem Magnolia is a refined and resilient tree, perfect for adding structure, fragrance, and year-round greenery to gardens and landscapes.
Availability by project review. Sizes, quantities, origin and export readiness are confirmed after your plant schedule is reviewed against destination, timing and quarantine requirements. MEWA certified for supply into Saudi Arabia; Australian Export Registered Establishment.
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Prepared 24 August 2026