'Little Gem' Magnolia
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Size:
15-20' in height and 8-10' in width
Foliage Color and Flowers: Dark green glossy leaves with rust color backs. Evergreen. Fragrant white flowers 8-10" across in late spring and summer.
Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Light Requirement: Full-Sun to Part-Shade
Drought Tolerance: Moderate to High
Notes: Very compact upright conical growth habit. Very fragrant flowers. This variety has a long flowering season that can extend well into fall. Very nice glossy foliage. 'Little Gem' is more susceptible to winter injury than other varieties. It should not be placed where winter winds can burn it.