A compact mounding shrub grown for fine ferny foliage that turns brilliant red and burgundy in cold weather. Tough and low, it makes a colourful mass planting or low border. Berries are toxic to pets.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 60 cm H × 60 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Dwarf Sacred Bamboo
Nandina domestica 'Nana' is a slow-growing shrub in the Berberidaceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall and 60 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, rich in autumn colour and purple-toned foliage. White flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Dwarf Sacred Bamboo
Dwarf Sacred Bamboo suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Dwarf Sacred Bamboo does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 50 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Dwarf Sacred Bamboo performs well with relatively little water once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Dwarf Sacred Bamboo after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Dwarf Sacred Bamboo in the garden
Dwarf Sacred Bamboo earns its place for pots and courtyard containers, a feature or specimen planting and a fast screen or informal hedge. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate as Dwarf Sacred Bamboo. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Dwarf Sacred Bamboo
Plant Sale lists Dwarf Sacred Bamboo as tube stock and potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
