Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay'

Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' - Heavenly Bamboo

A compact, evergreen shrub known for its finely textured, soft, and lacy foliage that offers vibrant year-round colour. Emerging lime green in spring and summer, the foliage transforms to fiery red, orange, and golden hues during autumn and winter, creating a dynamic and ever-changing display. This sterile, non-invasive cultivar is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established.

Key Features:

• Fine, soft, lacy leaves shifting from lime green to red-orange-gold
• Grows to approximately 60-80cm high x 60-80cm wide
• Small, creamy white flower clusters in late spring to early summer
• Occasional bright red berries attracting birds
• Neat, rounded growth habit perfect for small gardens
• Frost tolerant and drought tolerant once established
• Sterile, non-invasive cultivar
• Low maintenance with light pruning needs

Growing Conditions:

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with brighter foliage colours developing in full sun. Prefers well-drained soils and is adaptable to sandy, loamy, or clay soils. Suits temperate and subtropical zones, making it suitable for cold climate areas.

Garden Uses:

Perfect for borders, low hedges, containers, mass planting, and wildlife gardens. Combines stunning seasonal colour, adaptable growth, and low maintenance, making it a standout choice for vibrant, structured landscapes and compact gardens. Mulch to conserve moisture and prune lightly to shape.