Gulf Stream Dwarf Nandina will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 30 years.
This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. However, you may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'
Common Name
Gulf Stream Dwarf Nandina
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
3 Feet
Max Spread
3 Feet
Plant Form
- Mounded
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Copper
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun To Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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