Magnolia Little Gem (POT SIZE: 5L)

COMMON NAME:  Evergreen Magnolia 

Magnolia's are one of the most spectacular flowering shrub or trees due to its stunning flower display.   This particular variety, Magnolia Little Gem is a dwarf form with dark green glossy leaves and brown velvety undersides.  Little Gem produces full-sized cream-white fragrant flowers that contrast against the dark foliage.   Little Gem has the advantage of full size blooms from smaller sized tree, perfect for those with limited space.   It is ideal for hedging or screening plant as it can be prune to shape.   It can also be planted in a pot.  Plant them in an area of full sun to part shade with well drained soil.   Once established, Magnolia Little Gem is hardy and versatile plant that will tolerate a range of conditions and is relatively disease and pest free.   It is Waterwise and low maintenance.   After planting water well until established especially during hot summer months.   Use a slow release fertiliser during spring to maintain healthy growth.   Magnolia Little Gem can grow to a height of 4 metres high and a width of 2.5 metres wide. 

PLANT TYPE:  Evergreen/ Outdoor/Perennial/Shrub/Tree/Waterwise 

SUNLIGHT:  Full sun 

FLOWER COLOUR:  White 

FLOWERING SEASON:  Spring  / Summer 

BOTANICAL GENUS:  Magnolia 

BOTANICAL SPECIES:  Grandiflora 

MATURE WIDTH:  250cm 

MATURE HEIGHT:  400cm