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Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'
Dwarf Sacred bamboo, Dwarf Heavenly Bamboo
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Highly favoured, evergreen, compact, bamboo-like shrub with attractive fern-like foliage that will change colour with the seasons. Admired mainly for its habit and foliage ‘Gulf Stream’ is an excellent choice for border plantings, as a garden feature, or in containers. Great for small gardens, particularly those with a Japanese theme, or as a feature plant in courtyards or on balconies.
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Naturally Occurring:
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Selected from a breeding program done by Bill Bar of Houston, Texas. All Nandina varietal forms originate from N.domestica which is native to Asian regions, from India to Japan.
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Dimensions:
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0.75 h x 0.5m w |
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Aspect:
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Full sun to part shade.
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Suitable for coastal plantings in second line positioning.
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Soil Requirements:
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Tolerates a wide range of soils.
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Moisture Requirements:
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Water well during Summer months. Will tolerate drier conditions once established.
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Temperature Range:
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Also suitable for cooler inland regions and tolerates light frosts.
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Little care/maintenance is required once the plant is established. If desired, prune only to maintain size and shape, at any time of the year. Provide an annual application of good quality fertiliser in the growing season.
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Pests and Diseases:
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No particular pests or diseases.
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Spacing Guide:
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0.5m apart |
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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200mm and 300mm
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