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Nandina domestica in 4 Varieties

Nandina domestica — mixed varieties

2 litre potted plant

Plant Highlights: Fine, bamboo-like foliage • Colour changes through the seasons • Upright, bushy habit • Suits sun or partial shade • Useful in borders and containers

Overview

Our Nandina domestica selection brings together ornamental varieties grown for their finely divided foliage and changing seasonal colour. Depending on the cultivar, new leaves may emerge in shades of red, bronze or fresh green before maturing, while autumn and winter can bring stronger red, orange or bronze tones. Small white flowers may also appear in summer on suitable plants.

Supplied in a 2 litre pot, Nandina works particularly well where colourful foliage is needed without the dense visual weight of a broad-leaved shrub. Its upright, leafy habit suits mixed borders, courtyard planting and patio containers, while the changing foliage provides interest across several seasons.

Why We Love It

• Finely divided leaves give the plant a light, elegant texture.

• Seasonal foliage changes provide interest from fresh spring growth into autumn and winter.

• The upright habit works well among lower perennials and rounded shrubs.

• Compact cultivars are particularly useful for patio pots and smaller planting spaces.

• Established plants generally need little pruning beyond removing unwanted or damaged growth.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Grow in full sun or partial shade, preferably somewhere sheltered from strong, cold and drying winds. Good light encourages strong seasonal foliage colour, although the exact response depends on the individual cultivar.

Watering

Water regularly while newly planted Nandina establishes, keeping the soil moist without leaving the roots waterlogged. Once established, water during prolonged dry spells. Container plants need more frequent checking in warm or windy weather because their compost dries more quickly.

Soil

Plant in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Good drainage is particularly important through wet winter weather. On heavy ground, improve the planting area with organic matter and avoid sites where water remains around the roots.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Choose a sheltered position and avoid prolonged winter waterlogging. Cold weather can affect foliage retention and colour, and some plants may shed more leaves following colder conditions. Container-grown plants are more exposed at the roots than plants in open ground, so move pots to a sheltered position during severe cold and make sure excess water can drain freely.

Routine Care

Nandina normally needs little pruning. Remove dead or damaged stems and, where necessary, thin selected older stems to maintain an attractive framework and encourage fresh growth. Avoid routine hard clipping, which can spoil the naturally graceful foliage. A balanced feed in spring can support container-grown plants and those growing in poorer soil.

Perfect For

• Mixed shrub and perennial borders where fine foliage provides contrast.

• Patio pots and courtyard gardens, particularly when using the more compact cultivars.

• Contemporary planting where the upright foliage gives clean structure without forming a heavy mass.

• Smaller gardens where a cultivar can be selected to suit the available space.

• Autumn and winter displays where changing foliage colour can extend seasonal interest.

Good to Know

This product contains a selection of Nandina domestica varieties rather than one fixed cultivar. Foliage colour, mature height and spread, habit, foliage persistence, flowering and berry production can vary between cultivars. Each plant is individually labelled with its specific variety.

Product Information

• Botanical identity: Nandina domestica — mixed varieties

• Supplied format: 2 litre nursery pot

• Selection: One of four varieties from the current in-store range