Nandina domestica ~ Heavenly Bamboo

 Heavenly Bamboo is an upright evergreen shrub grown for its interesting canes of bamboo-like foliage with variety of fall colors.  The tiny white flowers are followed by red berries that persist in winter.   Best planted in part sun  with rich, moist well-drained soils.   The leaves and berries are highly toxic to animals.   Can be invasive  in some Southern states.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Yellowing leaves may occur in alkaline soils. .

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Hedges, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Kohuhu, Rose, Juniper