Care

Planting & Growing
Easily grown in average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune back 1/3 of the stems annually to promote dense spring growth.

Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen
Family Name Nandina
Flower Color White
Bloom Time Late Spring to Summer
Foliage Color Green
Genus Name Nandina
Growth Rate Medium
Hardiness Zone 6
Landscape Uses Border, Container, Firescaping/Firewise, Hedge, Massing, Urban Garden
Light Needs Partial Shade, Full Sun
Mature Height 5 feet
Mature Width 3 feet
Prune Time Late Winter Pruning
Water Needs Average to Moist
Waterwise 0