Overview
Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Nandina, part of the Berberidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, rock garden, architectural, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Nandina domestica commonly known as nandina, heavenly bamboo or sacred bamboo, is a species of flowering plant in the family Berberidaceae, native to eastern Asia from the Himalayas to Japan. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Nandina.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Nandina
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Architectural, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay'
- Propagation
- Seed,semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay'?
Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' need?
Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' hardy in the UK?
Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay'?
Seed,semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Nandina genus
- Nandina domestica 'Orihime'
- Nandina domestica 'Red Dragon'
- Nandina domestica var. leucocarpawhite-fruited heavenly bamboo
- Nandina domestica Curly Obsessed ('Pb01')
- Nandina domestica Harbor Belle ('Jaytee'PBR)