Little Gem Dwarf Magnolia

Compact form

Botanical Name- Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'

Pronunciation- mag-NO-lee-uh gran-dih-FLOR-uh

Foliage- Evergreen

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained, acidic, enriched soil

Current Size- #5

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Summer

Companion Plants- Balaton Pie Semi-dwarf Cherry – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest

Fauna Attracted- Primarily beetle-pollinated, also visited by bees; fruit eaten by birds

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C26

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune minimally in late winter or right after flowering; avoid heavy cuts. Keep soil consistently moist and fertile. Mulch around the root zone to preserve moisture.

Trimming Instructions- Prune just after flowering if required. Generally needs minimal trimming, focus on dead or crossing branches.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 4-6-4) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. In clay, add compost to help with aeration.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-Tone

Possible Issues- Scale insects, leaf spot