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MAGNOLIA GRANDIFLORA LITTLE GEM LITTLE GEM MAGNOLIA in New Zealand

MAGNOLIA GRANDIFLORA LITTLE GEM - LITTLE GEM MAGNOLIA

A small to medium sized compact evergreen tree. Mid-sized oval leaves are a lush shiny green colour with a brown/tan underneath and a brilliant white flower. With its tight growing habit and branching from a low level it is perfect as a specimen tree for a smaller confined area.
 
Applications
Specimen tree
Large pots or planters
Avenue planting
Small back gardens    

Beyond the norm
Magnolia Little Gem clips very well to form a hedge and although not a common practice in New Zealand yet, it is among some of the best looking informal hedges you will see in the Australian landscape.

Clipped height
1.5-3.5m

15 year height
5m

Mature height
5m+

Soil conditions
Well drained, moist, fertile soil

Wind
Shelter from strong winds

Frost
Tolerate frost once established

Light
Full sun and semi shade    
Tree Shape
Upright, tight

Seasonal
Evergreen

Flower
White, palm sized

Fruit
Seed pod

Origin
America

Available grades
19lt, 45lt, 160lt

The Icon Trees nursery covers 50 acres. So that we can attend to your requirements it is important to visit by appointment only; we may not be able to give you access to the nursery without prior arrangement.

 

Our usual opening hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. 

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If you are unable to visit the nursery we can assist by selecting the right trees for your project. We can also support your purchasing decisions by providing photos of our trees. Purchases can be made using direct credit, VISA or Mastercard, or trade accounts.

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99 Clevedon-Takanini Road

Ardmore

Auckland

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sales@icontrees.co.nz

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0800 BIG TREES

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