{"product_id":"nandina-domestica","title":"Nandina domestica","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavenly Bamboo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNandina domestica \u003c\/em\u003e'Nana'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Berberidaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eEast Asia (China, Japan) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"442\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"461\" data-start=\"442\"\u003eNandina domestica\u003c\/em\u003e is a graceful, upright evergreen shrub prized for its bamboo-like canes and finely divided foliage that delivers strong seasonal colour in Adelaide and across South Australia. New growth emerges bronze to red, matures to fresh green through spring and summer, then transforms into vivid red, orange and burgundy tones in autumn and winter. In spring, it produces sprays of small white flowers, followed by decorative red berries that persist into winter, adding extra interest and bird appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1249\" data-start=\"957\"\u003eWell suited to Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate, \u003cem data-end=\"1025\" data-start=\"1006\"\u003eNandina domestica\u003c\/em\u003e tolerates heat, light frost and periods of dryness once established. Its airy form makes it ideal for feature planting, informal screening, mixed borders and large containers in both traditional and contemporary landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2.5 m H × 1.0–1.5 m W (upright, multi-stemmed habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, lacy compound leaves; bronze-red new growth, rich green in summer, and red–orange to burgundy in autumn and winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small white flower clusters in spring\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers lightly scented but not strongly fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Year-round foliage interest with peak colour in autumn–winter; spring flowers and winter berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers attract bees; berries provide food for birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; heat- and wind-tolerant; frost hardy; suitable for coastal SA in sheltered positions; clay-tolerant if drainage is improved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feature or specimen planting: 1–1.5 m apart; informal screening: 1–1.2 m spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use caution — foliage and berries contain cyanogenic compounds; avoid ingestion and dispose of prunings safely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade (best winter colour in full sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam or sandy loam; tolerates improved clay and mildly alkaline soils common across Adelaide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; monthly in winter if dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low — remove older canes at the base every few years to refresh growth; light shaping if required; mulch in spring and feed lightly in early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for temperate and Mediterranean South Australia, including Adelaide plains, hills and sheltered coastal suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly acidic to neutral; tolerates mildly alkaline soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature shrub in mixed borders or Japanese-inspired gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformal screening with soft, airy structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal colour contrast behind low shrubs and perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge containers for courtyards, patios and alfresco spaces\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3412\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003eNandina domestica\u003c\/em\u003e brings elegance, movement and four-season colour to South Australian gardens. With its bamboo-like form, fiery winter foliage and low maintenance needs, it’s a versatile shrub that works equally well as a feature, screen or container plant — reliable, beautiful and well adapted to Adelaide’s climate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48663249912060,"sku":"NAND-DOME-140MM","price":14.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/nandina-domestica-heavenly-bamboo-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1768103993","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/nandina-domestica","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}