
Chinese-bamboo
Nandina domestica
Heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica) is a versatile, low-maintenance evergreen shrub valued for its vivid seasonal foliage color and bright red winter berries. Plant in part shade to full sun in well-drained soil; once established it tolerates moderate drought and requires little pruning. Note that all parts of the plant are toxic to birds and humans, so site thoughtfully in gardens visited by wildlife.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Moderately Until Soil Is Moist; Allow Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings Once Established
Soil pH
4.5 – 6
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Nov 6, 2017 by Fejul Xeto (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.