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Gateway Nursery and Florist.
We are "Your friendly and helpful Nursery!"
Hwy 68 Draffenville, KY.
(270) 527 -1884
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon - Fri.
Sat 9:00 am - Noon
Closed on Sunday
Gardening Tips and Information
The Little Gem Magnolia is a slow-growing hybrid (cultivar) of the Magnolia grandiflora that is sometimes called a "dwarf". It will get tall (up to 40', usually less), but not nearly as tall as the M. grandiflora (which can get over 80' tall), and it grows very slowly. It may grow to be 8 - 10' wide. It has blooms on it when it is very young. They bloom when very small, and often bloom in off seasons.
These magnolias are prized for small lawns, and their popularity is growing. They are producing different varieties of the Little Gem now.
It looks a little different from the traditional Magnolia Grandiflora that is the "Southern Magnolia". They don't shave quite the branch spread as a M. grandiflora. The leaves are smaller and some have more "golden rust" color on the underside. The blossoms are smaller, also, although they look like the blossoms on the M. grandiflora. On the good side - the blossoms are just as beautiful as those from a Grandiflora!
Here's what some of our customers are saying:
Dear Dusty,
Thank you so very much for all your thoughtfulness, beautiful flower arrangement and excellent service. The flowers and the message are beautiful, as are you my dear sweet lady. I have ordered flowers many times and people are always helpful, but you truly exceed them all in your kindness and thoughtfulness. You allow God to minister through you to others. You not only have a flower business, but a ministry. May God bless you as you continue to bless others. Thank you so very much. Your friend in Christ, Bobbie
Dusty,
Thank you for your very prompt and courteous service. The plant is just as beautiful as you described. I really appreciate you sending the photo. I will remember your service should a need arise in your area in the future!
Thanks again, Terri Reynolds
