Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' | Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo
DESCRIPTION
Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' is a compact evergreen shrub known for its ever-changing foliage. In spring, new leaves emerge with a vibrant scarlet-red hue, gradually maturing to blue-green during the summer months when small, delicate white flowers appear. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into a dramatic display of intense red, adding seasonal interest. The plant retains its brilliant coloration well into winter, making it a year-round garden feature.
This variety is a cultivar of the species Nandina domestica, commonly called heavenly bamboo, and is appreciated for its ease of maintenance and versatility in landscapes. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for use as a foundation plant, in mixed borders, or even as a low hedge. Developed for its ornamental qualities, 'Gulf Stream' has become a popular choice for gardens due to its vibrant foliage and adaptability to a range of conditions.
DESCRIPTION
Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' is a compact evergreen shrub known for its ever-changing foliage. In spring, new leaves emerge with a vibrant scarlet-red hue, gradually maturing to blue-green during the summer months when small, delicate white flowers appear. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into a dramatic display of intense red, adding seasonal interest. The plant retains its brilliant coloration well into winter, making it a year-round garden feature.
This variety is a cultivar of the species Nandina domestica, commonly called heavenly bamboo, and is appreciated for its ease of maintenance and versatility in landscapes. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for use as a foundation plant, in mixed borders, or even as a low hedge. Developed for its ornamental qualities, 'Gulf Stream' has become a popular choice for gardens due to its vibrant foliage and adaptability to a range of conditions.
DESCRIPTION
Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' is a compact evergreen shrub known for its ever-changing foliage. In spring, new leaves emerge with a vibrant scarlet-red hue, gradually maturing to blue-green during the summer months when small, delicate white flowers appear. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into a dramatic display of intense red, adding seasonal interest. The plant retains its brilliant coloration well into winter, making it a year-round garden feature.
This variety is a cultivar of the species Nandina domestica, commonly called heavenly bamboo, and is appreciated for its ease of maintenance and versatility in landscapes. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for use as a foundation plant, in mixed borders, or even as a low hedge. Developed for its ornamental qualities, 'Gulf Stream' has become a popular choice for gardens due to its vibrant foliage and adaptability to a range of conditions.
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Family: Berberidaceae
Height: 3-4 feet
Width: 2-3 feet
Foliage color: Young growth is bronze-red, maturing to green and gaining a reddish tone in cool weather
Flower color: White
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate, low once established
Maintenance: Low; naturally compact with little pruning required
Growing zone: USDA Zones 6-9
Wildlife attractors: Rarely produces berries, but if they appear, they should be removed as they are toxic to animals
