Layered, compound foliage. New leaves emerge copper and mature to green in summer and red in winter. White flowers in 8″ panicles in May. Not a heavy fruiter like the species.This dwarf cultivar does not spread by suckering.
Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Some tolerance for full shade, but foliage often grows best in full sun with some afternoon shade. Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers moist humusy ones. Best fruiting occurs when grown in groups. Single specimens may fruit poorly. This shrub is evergreen in the warm winter climates of USDA Zones 7-10.
| Common Name | 'Gulfstream', Heavenly bamboo |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Nandina domestica 'Gulfstream' |
| Container/Amount | 3 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Hardiness Zone | 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Part-sun, Sun |
| Height | to 4 ft. |
| Width | to 3 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | Spring |
| Flower Color | white |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | Green- Light Green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Fall Color | Red-Burgundy |
