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Little Gem Magnolia - America's Gardens Nursery
Little Gem Magnolia - America's Gardens Nursery
Little Gem Magnolia - America's Gardens Nursery
Little Gem Magnolia - America's Gardens Nursery

Little Gem Magnolia

$59.99

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Description

Little Gem or Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' has all the charm of a southern magnolia in a smaller size, the evergreen little gem magnolia is a popular ornamental choice.  

Care

Magnolias need to be watered 1-2 times a week for the first 6 months after planting, until the roots are established. After that, they will only need water during periods of extreme drought. Prefers full sun to partial shade. Requires moist, well-drained, acidic, and fertile soil.

Growth Habit

Little Gem magnolia tree is a slow to moderate, with compact, upright, and often pyramidal growth. Itcan grow to a height of around 15-30 feet tall and spread to 10-15 feet wide. Magnolia trees are evergreen but they do shed quite a few of their leaves as they grow during their blooming cycle. 

Toxicity

For pets, while ingestion of leaves or flowers is unlikely to cause poisoning, large amounts of the plant material can cause minor digestive upset, and seeds may pose a choking or intestinal blockage risk if eaten in significant quantities. Considered deer resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Little Gem or Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' has all the charm of a southern magnolia in a smaller size, the evergreen little gem magnolia is a popular ornamental choice.  

Care

Magnolias need to be watered 1-2 times a week for the first 6 months after planting, until the roots are established. After that, they will only need water during periods of extreme drought. Prefers full sun to partial shade. Requires moist, well-drained, acidic, and fertile soil.

Growth Habit

Little Gem magnolia tree is a slow to moderate, with compact, upright, and often pyramidal growth. Itcan grow to a height of around 15-30 feet tall and spread to 10-15 feet wide. Magnolia trees are evergreen but they do shed quite a few of their leaves as they grow during their blooming cycle. 

Toxicity

For pets, while ingestion of leaves or flowers is unlikely to cause poisoning, large amounts of the plant material can cause minor digestive upset, and seeds may pose a choking or intestinal blockage risk if eaten in significant quantities. Considered deer resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.