Nandina domestica 'Nana Compacta'

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

The ' Nana Compacta' is a small, rounded shrub that grows from 1'-2' high. Its growth habit is dense, and the leaves become bright red in cold, winter areas. It can receive sun to part shade, and is used well as an accent plant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Tropical, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.