Nandina Gulfstream is a dwarf evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. It is grown in zones 6-9 and is perfect for borders or containers.
Nandina Gulfstream
Nandina Gulfstream (Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream') is a popular evergreen shrub known for its compact size, vibrant foliage, and tolerance for a wide range of growing conditions. It is a cultivar of the Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina domestica), and is native to China and Japan.
Nandina Gulfstream shrubs can grow up to 3-4 feet tall and wide, and have a dense, upright habit. The leaves are lance-shaped and about 2-4 inches long. The new leaves emerge bright red in the spring, and mature to a deep green color in the summer. In the fall, the leaves turn brilliant shades of orange, red, and purple. The plant produces small, white flowers in the spring, but they are not particularly showy.
Nandina Gulfstream is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels, but it does not like to be in soggy soil.
Nandina Gulfstream is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It is often used as a border shrub, foundation plant, or specimen plant. It can also be grown in containers.
Here are some tips for growing Nandina Gulfstream:
- Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Plant the shrub in the spring or fall.
- Water the shrub regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize the shrub in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the shrub to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune the shrub in the late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the plant.
Nandina Gulfstream is a beautiful and rewarding plant that is a great addition to any landscape. It is sure to add a touch of color and interest to your yard or garden.
Here are some creative ideas for using Nandina Gulfstream in your landscape:
- Plant Nandina Gulfstream as a border along a walkway or patio.
- Use Nandina Gulfstream to create a hedge or privacy screen.
- Plant Nandina Gulfstream under a tree to add color and interest.
- Use Nandina Gulfstream as a foundation plant for your home.
- Grow Nandina Gulfstream in a container on your patio or deck.
- Plant Nandina Gulfstream in a mixed border with other evergreen shrubs and perennials.
- Use Nandina Gulfstream to create a bonsai tree.
- Create a Nandina Gulfstream topiary.
No matter how you choose to use it, Nandina Gulfstream is a beautiful and versatile plant that will add interest and color to your landscape.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 6-9
| Mature Height: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Mature width: | 1 to 2 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Nandina domestica |
