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    Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' Low Branch

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    Magnolia grandiflora Little Gem
    Magnolia grandiflora Little Gem
    Little Gem Magnolia Tree

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    Little Gem Magnolia Tree

    Little Gem Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' Low Branch

    Regular price $179.95
    Regular price $199.95 Sale price $179.95
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    Plant Type
    Tree
    Seasonality
    Evergreen
    Mature height
    20-25 ft.
    Mature Width
    10-15 ft.
    Sun exposure
    Full Sun
    Watering
    Regular
    Growth Rate
    Slow
    Grows Well in Zones
    7, 8, 9
    Flowering Season
    Spring, Summer
    Attracts Wildlife
    Pollinators, Bees, Birds, Hummingbirds
    Characteristics
    Flowering, Fragrant, Deer Resistant
    Special uses
    Privacy, Coastal Exposure
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    Description

    Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ offers the same charm of the Southern Magnolia tree but is better suited for today’s smaller garden. More narrow and compact than regular Magnolia grandiflora, 'Little Gem' has smaller leaves and flowers that bloom more profusely later in the season.

    Little Gem Southern Magnolia is a small, evergreen tree reaching up to 25 ft. tall that makes a striking impression in the landscape in garden corners, borders, or as a focal point. Plant along property lines as a privacy screen or windbreak. Winter-hardy to 5-10°F. Slow growth rate, 1-1.5 ft./year under optimal conditions

    Plant Care

    Magnolias thrive in moist, well-drained soils that are slightly acidic to slightly alkaline pH. They can adapt to clay, loam or sandy soils but do not tolerate soggy or poorly drained soils.

    Plant your Magnolia tree in a location that receives full sun to light shade, at least 6 hours of sunlight. While Southern Magnolias prefer full sun in warm, humid climates, providing some afternoon shade in hot and dry climates can offer relief. Avoid areas prone to strong winds or sea spray to prevent damage.

    Water your new magnolia tree regularly, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged, until the roots are well-established (typically one to two years, depending on soil and climate conditions). Once established, adjust the watering frequency as needed, keeping in mind that Magnolias prefer moist, well-drained soils. Applying a rich organic mulch around the base of the tree will help retain soil moisture and encourage healthy growth.

    Little Gem Magnolia requires minimal maintenance. Prune as needed to remove damaged or overgrown branches, or to maintain the desired shape. For a traditional tree shape or patio tree, consider removing lower branches to expose the trunk and shaping the canopy to your preference.

    Planting
    • Choose a location with adequate drainage.
    • Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball.
    • Add G&B Organics Planting Mix to improve soil drainage and build a strong soil environment that allows plants to reach their full potential.
    • Fill the hole with soil to the crown of the roots (careful not to bury it), ensuring that the plant is straight and secure in the ground.
    • Water deeply and thoroughly after planting.
    • Add a 2-3 inch top layer of Kellogg’s Organic Gromulch to the ground to keep the soil cool and moist while providing a slow release of nutrients over time.
    • Keep the mulch away from the base of the plant.
    • For the first year, continue to water deeply to establish an extensive root system.
    Spacing
    • Plant your Little Gem Magnolia trees about 5 ft. apart for a privacy screen or hedge.
    • Spacing is "on-center", measured from the center of one tree to the center of the next tree.

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