Nandina domestica 'Compacta'

Also Known As

Compacta Heavenly Bamboo

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Nandina domestica 'Compacta' plant details

Nandina domestica 'Compacta' is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and red foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nandina domestica 'Compacta'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, fall color, hedge, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nandina domestica 'Compacta'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely airy lacy look is provided by the narrower fine-textured leaves of this smaller (to 4-5') shrub; pretty in container or border. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Compact, evergreen shrub with thin leaves, giving it a lacy appearance. New foliage has a coppery color, then matures to green. Pink buds open to white flowers with yellow centers in the spring. Fall brings on a reddish purple color to the leaves and clusters of red berries. Growth Rate medium