Nandina domestica 'Filamentosa'

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Information by:         Photographer: Kiffe

 

Description

Nandina dom. 'Filamentosa' is an evergreen or semi-deciduous shrub. Slow to moderate growth to 6'-8'. Leaves are intricately divided into many 1"-2" pointed, oval leaflets, creating lacy patterns. Foliage expands from pinkish and bronzy red to soft light green. Pinkish white or creamy white blossoms in loose erect, 6"-12" clusters at branch ends, in late spring or early summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.