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Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea'

Also Known As

  • Nandina domestica 'Atropurpurea Nana'
  • Nandina domestica 'Purpurea Nana'
  • Atropurpurea Nana Heavenly Bamboo

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea' plant details

Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chartreuse, green and red foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: compact, container plant, dwarf, fall color, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This sturdy, low maintenace 2-3' shrublet have narrow bamboo-like leaves that are pale-lime-green swathed with wine that turn purplish-red in winter; great in container or mini-hedge; prune selectively only. S/M
Dwarf, evergreen shrub with a stiff, upright habit. Cupped leaves are yellow-green, then turn red in cold weather.

Gardening facts about Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea' plant

How to Grow Nandina domestica 'Nana Purpurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - occasional
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 1'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-8'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun
  • even moisture
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