SCIENTIFIC NAME: Nandina domestica 'Lemon-Lime', PP24749
COMMON NAME: Lemon-Lime Nandina
GARDEN SIZE: 3-4 feet tall x 3-4 feet wide
GROWTH RATE: Moderate
USDA ZONE: 6-10
EXPOSURE: Full sun to part shade
WATER & SOIL: Prefers average, well-drained soils. Drought-tolerant once established.
HABIT (FORM): Compact, dwarf evergreen shrub
FOLIAGE: Evergreen; lime green new growth with a fresh, citrus hue
FLOWERS: None
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