Magnolia Grandiflora Little Gem

£62.99

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Description

A compact beauty with big impact, Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ offers glossy evergreen foliage and large, creamy-white, lemon-scented blooms from summer into autumn. Perfect for smaller urban gardens, it brings a touch of Southern charm to South London patios, balconies, and borders. Pairs beautifully with ferns, hydrangeas, or underplanted with seasonal bulbs.


 


Plants supplied in a growers pot.


 


Key Features & Care:




  • Mature Height: 4–8m (can be kept lower with pruning)


  • Mature Spread: 2–4m


  • Flower Colour: Creamy white, fragrant


  • Flowering Period: Summer to early autumn


  • Foliage: Evergreen


  • Fragrant: Yes – citrus-scented flowers


  • Growth Rate: Moderate


  • Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions


  • Position: Full sun to partial shade


  • Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


  • Soil PH: Acid, neutral


  • Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


  • Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter for birds

 


Perfect For:




  • Coastal and urban gardens


  • Feature planting in smaller spaces


  • Evergreen structure and year-round interest


  • Pots and raised beds

 


How to Grow:


Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded spot with rich, free-draining soil. Water well in dry spells and mulch annually to keep roots cool and moist. Prune only to shape—it naturally forms a tidy, upright habit ideal for compact gardens.


 


Please note:


Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.