SCIENTIFIC NAME: Nandina domestica 'Firepower'

COMMON NAME: Firepower Heavenly Bamboo

GARDEN SIZE: 30 inches tall x 30 inches wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 6-11

EXPOSURE: Full sun to part shade

WATER & SOIL: Prefers average, well-drained soils. Drought-tolerant once established.

HABIT (FORM): Compact, low mound

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; fresh green foliage with red highlights as it ages, turning brilliant red in fall and persisting through winter

FLOWERS: Inconspicuous; does not produce fruit or berries

PLANT ORIGIN: Japan, China and India

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a food source for local insects and wildlife.

FERTILIZING: May apply organic compost in the spring.

PRUNING: Only as needed.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses

USES: Specimen, Year-round Color Accent