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Nandina domestica 'Magical Lemon and Lime' (Heavenly Bamboo)
Brighten your garden with the refreshing hues of Nandina domestica 'Magical Lemon and Lime'. This compact evergreen shrub is cherished for its vibrant foliage, which emerges in shades of bright lemon-yellow and matures to soft lime-green. The changing colors provide year-round interest, making it a standout addition to any garden design. Unlike traditional Nandina varieties, this cultivar maintains a more subtle and modern appearance without producing berries.
Reaching a height of 60-100 cm with a spread of 60-80 cm, 'Magical Lemon and Lime' is perfect for borders, containers, or as a low-maintenance hedge. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Its compact size and vibrant colors make it ideal for adding brightness to small spaces, patios, or contemporary garden designs.
Key Features:
- Foliage: Vibrant lemon-yellow new growth that softens to lime-green, offering year-round interest
- Height & Spread: Grows to 60-100 cm tall with a spread of 60-80 cm
- Growth Habit: Compact and bushy, suitable for borders, hedges, or containers
- Best Placement: Ideal for patios, mixed beds, or modern garden designs
- Care Requirements: Low maintenance; thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil
Add a burst of color and texture to your landscape with Nandina domestica 'Magical Lemon and Lime'. Its striking foliage and compact growth habit make it a versatile and easy-care choice for any garden.
Growing Guide
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (−15°C to −10°C). |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | Tolerates acidic, neutral, or alkaline soils |
| Water Need | Moderate water; drought-tolerant once established |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Any· Well drained
- Mature size
- 1.0m high· 80cm wide
- Foliage
- evergreen
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