About

A reliable shrub, reaching 120-250cm, with a compact framework. It displays colourful flowers in red. 'Red Dragon' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Nandina are erect, evergreen shrubs with pinnate to 3-pinnate leaves composed of lance-shaped leaflets which colour well in autumn, and panicles of small, star-shaped white flowers, followed by bright red fruits

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, mixed plantings

Care notes

CultivationFertile well-drained soil
PruningPrune after flowering
PropagationSemi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMildew in dry conditions