Nandina domestica 'Compacta'
Dwarf Heavenly Bamboo
Description
The dwarf heavenly bamboo is an evergreen shrub that grows 4-5 ft. high. It has green and bronze foliage that turns red in the winter. It is resistant to oak root fungus and hardy to 10 degrees F. The dwarf heavenly bamboo is native to California and is drought tolerant. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Red
Bark Color
Tan
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Walkways
Special Uses
Hedge, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.