Nandina domestica Nana

Common Name:
Dwarf Sacred Bamboo

Description:
Nandina domestica 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Sacred Bamboo, is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its attractive foliage and ease of care. This slow-growing plant features delicate, compound leaves that emerge with a yellowish-green hue, tinged with reddish-purple throughout the growing season. As temperatures drop in winter, the foliage intensifies to a vibrant red, providing year-round visual interest. 'Nana' has a dense, spherical growth habit, typically reaching a height and width of 30–45 cm, making it ideal for small gardens, borders, or container plantings. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types, provided they are well-drained. Once established, this cultivar exhibits moderate drought tolerance and requires minimal maintenance, making it a popular choice for gardeners in Melbourne and similar climates.

Form:

• Shrub – Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 30–45 cm
• Width: 30–45 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:

• Not applicable

Key Attributes:

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

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Heuchera varieties
• Festuca glauca (Blue Fescue)
• Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)
• Carex oshimensis 'Evergold'