Nandina domestica Gulf Stream

Common Name:
Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo

Description:
Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' is a compact, evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant, ever-changing foliage. New leaves emerge scarlet red in spring, maturing to blue-green in summer, often accompanied by small white flowers. As autumn temperatures cool, the foliage intensifies to a fiery red, providing year-round visual interest. This hardy, trouble-free shrub reaches approximately 90–120 cm in both height and width, making it ideal for use around foundations or in mixed borders. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Once established, it exhibits moderate drought tolerance and requires minimal maintenance. Its compact shape and colorful foliage make it a popular choice for contemporary landscapes in Melbourne and similar climates.

Form:

• Shrub – Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 90–120 cm
• Width: 90–120 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Low Maintenance
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Compact Growth Habit
• Bright Red New Growth

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Loropetalum chinense 'Plum Gorgeous'
• Heuchera varieties
• Festuca glauca (Blue Fescue)
• Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)