Little Gem Magnolia Tree β Compact Beauty with Fragrant Blooms
β’ The Little Gem Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem') is a compact, evergreen variety of the Southern Magnolia. Known for its fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves, this tree offers the beauty of a magnolia in a smaller, more manageable size. Reaching a mature height of just 15-20 feet, the Little Gem Magnolia is perfect for smaller gardens, urban landscapes, or areas where space is limited. Its stunning, large flowers and year-round greenery make it a fantastic ornamental tree for adding charm and fragrance to your landscape.
β’ When planted with Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Packs, Soil Moist Transplant Mix, and Weed Pro Weed Mats, the Little Gem Magnolia thrives and provides stunning seasonal beauty year after year.
πΏ Key Features & Benefits
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Fragrant White Flowers β Large, creamy white flowers bloom in late spring and summer, filling your garden with a sweet fragrance.
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Compact Size β Grows to a manageable height of 15-20 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide, making it ideal for smaller gardens and tight spaces.
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Evergreen Foliage β Glossy green leaves that remain throughout the year, providing year-round beauty and shade.
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Attracts Pollinators β Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love the fragrant blooms, promoting a healthy garden ecosystem.
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Cold-Hardy & Disease-Resistant β Thrives in USDA Zones 7-10 and is resistant to common pests and diseases, ensuring easy maintenance.
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Low-Maintenance β Requires minimal care once established, making it an excellent tree for busy gardeners.
π Size & Spacing
- Mature Height: 15-20 feet
- Mature Width: 10-12 feet
- Spacing: 10-15 feet apart for optimal growth and air circulation
π Where to Plant the Little Gem Magnolia
- π‘ Front Yards & Entryways: A beautiful ornamental tree that adds elegance to entryways and front yards with its stunning blooms.
- πΈ Garden Borders & Walkways: Ideal as an accent tree along garden borders and pathways, complementing flower beds.
- π³ Urban & Small Spaces: Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller urban landscapes and tight garden spaces.
- π Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, contributing to a pollinator-friendly garden.
- π Year-Round Interest: Provides beautiful blooms in spring and summer and offers glossy green foliage year-round.
π Growing Conditions
- π± Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, acidic, and loamy soil, but can adapt to various soil types.
- βοΈ Sunlight Needs: Requires full sun to partial shade (at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day) for optimal flowering and growth.
- π§ Watering: Moderate β Water deeply once a week during dry periods, ensuring the soil remains evenly moist.
- βοΈ Pruning: Minimal pruning needed β Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and remove dead or damaged branches.
πΈ Elegant Blooms & Everlasting Foliage
β’ The Little Gem Magnolia is best known for its large, creamy white flowers that bloom in late spring through summer. These fragrant blossoms, with their delicate appearance, create a stunning display that enhances the beauty of any garden. After the blooms fade, the treeβs glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, ensuring that your garden remains vibrant and full of life even in the colder months.
β’ Its compact size and ability to thrive in smaller spaces make it a fantastic option for gardeners looking for the elegance of a magnolia without taking up too much space.
πΏ Benefits of Growing a Little Gem Magnolia
- πΈ Fragrant Spring & Summer Blooms β Large, fragrant flowers that create an elegant and beautiful floral display every year.
- π Year-Round Beauty β Enjoy stunning blooms in spring, lush green foliage in summer, and an attractive, compact structure all year long.
- π¦ Supports Pollinators β Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to your garden, improving the health of your ecosystem.
- π Seasonal Interest β Features creamy white flowers in the spring, glossy green leaves in the summer, and year-round foliage.
- π‘ Enhances Curb Appeal β A perfect ornamental tree that adds beauty and elegance to front yards, gardens, or patios.
- π³ Compact & Low-Maintenance β Ideal for small gardens and urban spaces, with minimal care required once established.
π± Essential Products for Planting Success
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Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Packs β Provides essential nutrients to support healthy root development and vigorous growth.
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Soil Moist Transplant Mix β Retains moisture, ensuring successful establishment and reducing transplant shock.
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Weed Pro Weed Mats β Helps prevent weeds from competing for nutrients and moisture, promoting faster growth.
π Buy Your Little Gem Magnolia Online Today!
For the best selection of Little Gem Magnolias at low prices, order from Ty Ty Plant Nursery, LLC today!
π± Why Buy from Us?
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Low Prices & Fast Shipping β Get high-quality trees delivered straight to your door.
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Disease-Resistant Varieties β Our trees are grown to thrive in your climate with minimal care.
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Free One-Year Plantsurance Guarantee β If your tree doesnβt survive its first year, weβll issue a store credit free of charge!
Order your Little Gem Magnolia today and enjoy fragrant flowers and year-round beauty in your landscape!
Delivery Time: Deciduous Flowering Trees & Shade Trees are shipped dormant usually December through May, weather dependent, shipping within ten business days from when the order was placed, while in the current shipping season. The actual delivery time will usually be within four to seven days following the date of shipping by Ty Ty Plant Nursery. Delivery time can not be guaranteed, if a package needs to arrive prior to a specific date please note in the comment section of the order or contact Ty Ty Nursery by telephone during normal business hours.
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*1 Year Free Plantsurance Policy is void on any shipment outside of recommended zones, and/or when the shipping is authorized by the customer during below freezing temperatures.
If plants are listed by gallon size the plant will be removed from container and have the majority of the dirt removed to allow for the best shipping.
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