Nandina; Heavenly-Bamboo (NOT true bamboo)
 

Mature Size, Growth, Longevity

Average mature size of 6-10' tall with a smaller spread. Medium growth rate.

Native Range

China, 1804.

Flower and Fruit Details

Flower buds pinkish, opening to white with yellow anthers, 0.25 to 0.5" across, 3-6 petals, May-June, framed by elegant foliage. Fruits are spectacular, bright red berries ripening in September to October and persisting through winter, often more showy than holly because the fruit is not hidden by foliage.

Leaf and Bark Features

Reddish tint in winter. Bark is reddish-purple when young, later becoming ugly brown.

Culture and Care

Easily transplanted from containers. Adaptable to extremes of soil and exposure, but prefers moist, fertile soil in full shade or sun. Best to thin out old stems every year or head back old canes. No serious disease or insect problems, an amazingly trouble-free plant.

Suggested Uses

Often used to effectively camouflage unwanted utility or maintenance structures.

Taxa and Plants of this Species at BCA