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Nandina bushes are an ornamental shrub beloved by many for their vibrant and dynamic coloring. Nandina Domestica is a member of the Berberidaceae family, and it is a broadleaf evergreen shrub native to Eastern Asia. 

Nandina plants are a delightful addition to any patio, deck, or yard space. They can be planted directly into plant beds, alongside walkways, and do really well as a potted plant. 

In the fall, the foliage of the Nandina shrub dazzles the eye with an array of vibrant colors. Depending upon the variety of plant colors can include red, pink, orange, and even bronze! Fruiting varieties of Nandina display bright red berries. 

Nandina is known to many as “Sacred Bamboo” or “Heavenly Bamboo” because of its look-alike leaves and cane-like stems. However, it is not actually related to bamboo at all.  

What Are The Best Types of Nandina Shrubs?

There are so many Nandina varieties to choose from. You are bound to find the perfect one that is right for you. Here are just a few of the varieties that are available. 

Lemon Lime Nandina 

A nearly fruitless variety of Nandina that grows 3 – 4 feet tall. New spring growth brings forth cheerful lime-green leaves that nicely contrast the older and darker green foliage. 

Fire Power Nandina

This cultivar of Nandina is a non-invasive, mostly non-fruiting, dwarf nandina shrub. It reaches 1 – 2 feet in height. This variety does not require pruning. It displays bright green and red leaves in spring, and green leaves in summer, and then the leaves transition into bright red for the fall and winter. 

Gulf Stream Nandina

This variety is non-invasive, mostly non-fruiting, and is a compact dwarf nandina shrub. Typically, it is about 3 feet tall. It displays coppery red leaves in spring, bluish-green leaves throughout summer, and bursts into vibrant coppery red during the colder months. Occasionally, it will display flowers in spring. 

Obsession Nandina

The Obsession Nandina is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant foliage that emerges bright red, matures to rich green, and returns to brilliant scarlet in fall and winter. It's an excellent choice for foundation plantings, borders, mass plantings, or containers. Obsession Nandina delivers bold color during every season.

How to Care for Nandina Shrubs You Bought Online

Nandina tends to be very low maintenance and is easy to care for. Their hardy nature makes them resistant to pests and common diseases as well.

It is best to fertilize Nandinas once a year in the spring. Fertilizers can be added between February and June. 

Established Nandina plants are drought tolerant. Younger plants should be watered regularly.

Nandina generally grows well in USDA hardiness zones 6 – 10. They thrive in rich, well-drained soil that is more acidic. Provide a well-mulched bed for moisture retention. Nandinas are happy in both partial shade and full sun. 

You can use vibrant Nandina as an understory plant for larger trees, as a centerpiece surrounded by other plants, or as a splash of color in your container garden. It can also be used as ground cover or as a border shrub depending upon the variety you choose. 

The fruiting varieties of Nandina are considered to be invasive, especially in the Southeastern United States. However, not all varieties of Nandina are invasive. 

The non-fruiting varieties of Nandina are considered non-invasive. Nandina does spread via the root, as well as through its berries. Therefore, if you don’t want it to spread, use in-ground barriers to curb expansion. 

How Fast Does Nandina Bought Online Grow?

Nandina shrubs are fast growers! They can grow up to 1-2 feet per year in any given time frame when given the appropriate growing conditions. 

Is Nandina Deer Resistant?

If deer can find other options they will not eat nandina bushes! You are in luck because they are one of the best low-maintenance and colorful shrubs on the market, and they are deer resistant!