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Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891

Scientific Name: Nandina domestica 'Seika'

Also Known As

  • Nandina domestica 'Obsession'
  • Nandina domestica 'Seika' Obsession
  • Obsession Heavenly Bamboo
  • Seika Obsession™ Heavenly Bamboo
  • SEIKA Obsession™ Nandina

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891 plant details

Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891 is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Nandina has brilliant red foliage from spring to fall. Growth Rate medium
Obsession™ `SEIKA` is a sport of 'Gulf Stream' but has bright red coloured young foliage that is retained for a long period while the plant is actively growing. The mature foliage is deep green in colour and develops red winter tints during the cold months. 'SEIKA' means "sacred fire" in Japanese and was given. Heavenly bamboo are not bamboo at all but well-behaved, non-spreading, versatile, evergreen shrubs that can be planted from part shade to full sun.

Gardening facts about Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891 plant

How to Grow Nandina domestica Obsession™ PP21891

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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