Obsession Nandina

November 17, 2024 Post a Comment

Obsession nandina

Nandina Obsession is a new and improved variety of Nandina domestica, characterized by a compact and dense growth habit. It grows slowly and features unique bright red young leaves that mature to a deep green. It grows to a modest mature size of 3 ft. to 4 ft. tall, making it a good choice for tight garden spaces.

Will obsession Nandina grow in shade?

The Obsession™ Nandina grows in all warmer zones, for zone 6 on, and it grows in many light conditions, from sun to moderate shade. It will have the strongest foliage coloring in full sun or minimal shade. It grows well in any moist soil, and once established it tolerates moderate levels of normal summer drought.

Where should I plant obsession nandina?

Obsession™ Nandina

Light Needs. Part Sun to Shade.
USDA Zones. USDA Zones. 6a - 10b.
mature dimensions. 3-4′ high x 3-4′ wide.

What goes well with Obsession Nandina?

For a touch of class, plant a layer of Red Garden Jewels™ Gerbera Daisy in front of Obsession™ or soften the ground with a carpet of Red Endurascape™ Verbena. A natural complement to the garden's many shades of green, red blooms provide a pop of color to the landscape.

Are obsession Nandinas invasive?

Obsession: This is an improved Nandina variety with bright red foliage. It retains its color in both warmer and colder months. Nandina Obsession makes an ideal option for adding texture to your landscape and is non-invasive.

Are Nandinas low maintenance?

This shrub is relatively free of pest and disease problems and even performs reasonably well under trees. Firepower Nandina is a low-maintenance plant.

What does nandina look like in winter?

The foliage is tropical and looks exotic with leaves that are compound and bisected three ways. The leaves are a bright, glossy green in the summer, but they really shine in the winter with a fiery array of reds and burgundies.

How fast does nandina obsession grow?

Sometimes called nandina or false bamboo, heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica) is a semi-evergreen shrub species noted for its bamboo-like appearance and showy red berries. It grows 12 to 24 inches annually and will take roughly five to ten years to reach a mature height of 10 feet.

How do you care for a nandina obsession?

With its long season of interest and compact habit, Nandina domestica 'Obsessed' is perfect for a sunny spot in a small garden, and can also be grown in containers. For best results grow in moist but well-drained soil in partial shade, in a sheltered spot away from strong winds.

Can nandina survive winter?

Nandina are deciduous shrubs that the U.S. Department of Agriculture rates as cold hardy in zones 6 through 9. They should survive winter winds and frosts easily in those zones, assuming weather continues to fall within expected temperatures.

How do you make Nandinas look good?

Prune the canes out all the way to the ground and don't remove more than 1/3 of the total canes. This will encourage fresh, new stems to sprout with beautiful new foliage. Never shear Nandina as it destroys the soft, informal character of the plant.

Does nandina stay green in winter?

Its leaves are evergreen in the winter, which has made it such a popular landscape plant. The green leaves tend to have a touch of red in the winter as well. Nandina is evergreen through the winter.

How far apart should nandina be planted?

Space Your Firepower Nandina 1-1.5 feet apart for a seamless planting. Otherwise, plant them 4+ feet apart to leave space between shrubs.

Do Nandinas like a lot of water?

Nandina is a drought tolerant plant so once it is established it has low water needs. If your Nandina is in a potted container, you will likely need to water more frequently since the soil will dry out more quickly.

Can nandina take full sun?

The genus name, Nandina, is the Latin form of the Japanese name for this plant, Nanten. The specific epithet, domestica, means domesticated. Heavenly bamboo can grow in full sun to shade and a range of soil types, but it prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil.

Is nandina obsession toxic to dogs?

The ASPCA website warns that the plant is toxic to dogs, cats, horses and grazing animals. It is generally considered to be nontoxic to humans. Just keep in mind that once you have nandina, it's a long-term relationship.

How do you keep Nandinas small?

Taller, ordinary nandina grows lanky and bare at the bottom over time. Pruning restores a full and compact look. Using hand pruners (never hedge shears), renew neglected clumps by cutting one-third of the main stalks to the ground every year for three years.

Is obsession nandina poisonous to dogs?

Nandina can be very toxic to your dog or other pet. The red berries within the shrub appear welcoming and tasty; however, eating the berries, leaves, and stems can cause poisoning. The reason for this is that the shrub and all of its parts contain natural defenses known as cyanogenic glycosides.

Do Nandinas lose their leaves in winter?

This shrub is evergreen in the warm winter climates of USDA Zones 8-10. In cooler areas, it is considered to be semi- evergreen to deciduous because plants will typically lose their foliage (become deciduous) as soon as winter temperatures dip below 10 degrees F., with the stems sometimes dying to the ground.

Is Obsession nandina evergreen?

Obsession Nandina, Nandina domestica 'Seika', is a compact evergreen shrub with brilliant red foliage in the spring. Leaves turn a deep green as they mature.