Founded in 1996, Western Star Nurseries is a trusted wholesale plant marketplace for landscapers, developers and retail nurseries. We are committed to supplying a diversified selection of quality ornamental trees and shrubs at competitive prices. With locations in the East Bay and south Sacramento, we are able to ship throughout Northern California, often within 24 hours. The Western Star staff, many of whom have been with the company since its start, bring with them many years of nursery and customer service experience. Our friendly, bilingual team looks forward to working with you.
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Bay Area, California Nursery
8255 Niles Canyon Road
P.O. Box 567
Sunol, CA 94586
Phone: 925-862-2411
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9394 Robson Road
P.O. Box 725
Galt, CA 95632
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Featured Plant
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
(Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia)
About Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ – (Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia)
This compact evergreen tree is most recognized for its two toned foliage and large white blooms. Known as Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia or Little Gem Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’, this tree boasts glossy green leaves contrasted by rust brown undersides. In late spring large fragrant flowers emerge ranging between 3″-12″ in size with repeat blooming lasting through summer. The Magnolia’s flowers can be cut for vases but due to their delicate nature typically don’t last long. Its dwarf nature makes it smaller and more narrow than its full sized form reaching an average landscape size of 20-25′ by 10-15′. All the great features of its large form but in a more manageable size for smaller landscape areas.
Planting and care instructions
Plant this tree in nutrient rich soil in an area that receives full sunlight. Water regularly and deeply to establish a healthy root system for the first few growing seasons, then reduce frequency. Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ can tolerate periods of drought but its ideal growing conditions are in moist soil. This plant is a slow to moderate grower with a height growth of up to 12″ per year but you can expect flowers to emerge as soon as 2-3 years old.
Design Ideas
Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia is an obvious choice for those seeking an ornamental tree. While a beautiful all on its own it is also a great option when planted in multiples as a privacy screen between close property lines or arranged on street medians to a new or existing housing development.
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Botanical Name: Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'
Common Name: Little Gem Dwarf Southern Magnolia
Average Landscape Size: 20-25' x 10-15'
Plant Type: Evergreen
Bloom Color: White
Foliage Color: Green
Forms: Tree
Sizes: 15 Gallon
Special Features: Attracts Birds, Showy Spring Flowers, Year-round Interest, Easy Pruning, Ornamental Plant,
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