Nandina
Nandina domestica
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Nandina
Heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica) is an upright evergreen shrub with attractive compound foliage that flushes red in spring and fall, and white spring flower panicles. CAUTION: Listed as a Category I invasive in Florida; berries containing cyanogenic compounds can be lethal to birds. Choose non-fruiting sterile cultivars for Florida landscapes. Starting at $14.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Nandina grows well in full sun to partial shade; foliage color is most vivid in sun, but plants tolerate shade.
Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established but performs best with regular moisture in NE Florida's sandy soils.
Adaptable to most well-drained soils; little fertilization needed. NOTE: Standard Nandina domestica is listed as a Category I invasive species in Florida by FLEPPC — consider only sterile, berry-free cultivars such as 'Firepower' or 'Blush Pink' for new plantings.
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Common questions
Is Nandina a good plant for St. Augustine?
Nandina is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 4-10 feet (species can reach 10 feet; dwarf cultivars 18 inches to 3 feet) × 2-4 feet (species); dwarf cultivars 1-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.