Nandina domestica
Heavenly Bamboo, Nandina
Description
Nandina domestica is a graceful upright shrub that grows from 3 to 6' in height. It gets its name from its bamboo-like growth habit. When thinned from the center it bears a remarkable resemblance to bamboo. It is best used in groups. It can be used in
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Bronze, Light Green, Orange, Red
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Modify your controller each season. In the rainy season turn it off.