Heavenly Bamboo 'Lemon-Lime'

About this plant

The 'Lemon-Lime' Heavenly Bamboo is a standout selection from the Southern Living Plant Collection and Sunset Plant Collection, prized for its unique and persistent lime-green leaves that offer a refreshing contrast in any garden setting. Unlike traditional Nandina varieties, 'Lemon-Lime' maintains its vibrant color throughout all seasons, providing continuous visual interest without the typical reddish fall foliage. This sterile cultivar does not produce berries, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a tidy, re-seeding-free option. Its dense, upright habit makes it a versatile plant for a variety of landscaping applications, from mass plantings and borders to container gardening and accent features. Extremely durable and drought-tolerant once established, 'Lemon-Lime' thrives in a range of conditions and requires minimal pruning to maintain its attractive form. This exceptional evergreen shrub offers a modern aesthetic with classic Nandina resilience, perfect for adding a pop of lasting color and refined texture to both traditional and contemporary designs. It's an ideal choice for busy gardeners seeking high impact with low effort.

Care & maintenance

Nandina 'Lemon-Lime' is remarkably easy to care for. Plant in well-draining soil and water regularly during the first growing season to establish. Once established, it is drought tolerant. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape or remove any older, less vigorous stems. No significant pest or disease issues are typically observed.