A dwarf mounding nandina with lime-green spring growth that deepens to fiery red in winter cold. Neat and dense, ideal for low borders and mass planting.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 70 cm H × 70 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Moon Bay Nandina
Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Berberidaceae family. It reaches around 70 cm tall and 70 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, rich in autumn colour and golden foliage.
Where to grow Moon Bay Nandina
Moon Bay Nandina 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
Moon Bay Nandina does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 50 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Moon Bay Nandina is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Moon Bay Nandina in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Moon Bay Nandina in the garden
Moon Bay Nandina earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge, pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Moon Bay Nandina with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
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