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Magnolia ‘Little Gem’

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’

$220.00

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Sun: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Mature Height: 20–25 ft
Mature Width: 10–15 ft
Bloom Season: Summer
Flower Color: White
Growth Rate: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to 0°F
Pollinator Friendly: No
Las Cruces Suitability: Good With Regular Water

Why We Recommend It

With some protection from intense afternoon sun and consistent watering, 'Little Gem' Magnolias can provide stunning evergreen foliage and fragrant flowers in Las Cruces. They add an elegant, lush feel.

Plant details are general guidance — ask our staff about your yard's conditions.

Best For

Patios
Accents
Shade
Front Yards

Full Sun
Moderate Water
20–25 ft

Botanical Name: Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering tree
Mature Size: 15–25 feet tall and 8–12 feet wide
Flower Color: Large, fragrant, creamy white
Bloom Time: Late spring through summer, with occasional blooms into fall
Foliage: Large, glossy, dark-green leaves with rusty-brown, velvety undersides; evergreen
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular irrigation in hot, dry climates
Soil: Well-draining, fertile, loamy, sandy, or slightly acidic soil; adaptable to a range of soils with adequate drainage
Wildlife: Fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinators; seeds may provide food for birds
Special Attributes: Compact, narrow-growing form of Southern Magnolia, making it useful where space is limited. Features exceptionally large, fragrant flowers and attractive year-round foliage. Excellent for specimen plantings, patios, entryways, screens, and formal landscapes.
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 7–10