Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ ~ 1/2 standard tree

Little Gem is a dwarf variety of Magnolia grandiflora. Less vigorous growing than grandiflora, if you have a space that is too small for Magnolia grandiflora then do consider this. Little Gem’s leaves are smaller and flowers more regularly  If you are after a shorter stem than a standard tree, than this is what you need. This is often used by our customers to screen unwanted view above a fence, but, the specimen has to be planted in raised beds, and not at ground level.

100cm stem

DFG rating: 10/10

RHS pruning group: 8

Leaves: Evergreen, broad and ovate.

Flowers: Cup-like white and fragrant.

Soil Ph: Lightly Acidic.

Hardiness: -10c.