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Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina): Colorful Foliage & Berries for Year-Round Interest

Heavenly Bamboo

Heavenly bamboo foliage

Nandina domestica is a semi-evergreen shrub grown for attractive foliage, fruit, and flowers.

About This Plant

Known for lance-shaped leaves and colorful foliage. Frost-hardy, semi-evergreen with textural/colorful characteristics. Midsummer small white flowers. Birds love bright red berries. Fall foliage bright red, lasting into winter. Size 4–6 feet. Zones 6–9.

Special Features

Nandina domestica 'Firepower' most common at nurseries. Lime-green spring leaves darken to red through seasons. By fall, striking fire-engine red with red fruit clusters into winter (eaten by birds).

Site Selection

Well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. Brighter leaf color with more sun. Common in Japanese/Asian garden designs.

Planting Instructions

Loosen soil 12–15 inches, add 2–4 inches compost. Plant at container depth, water thoroughly.

Care

Trouble-free, disease-resistant, minimal care once established. Locate in full sun for most dramatic fall color.

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