Altman Plants 2.25 Gal Ilex Cornuta Burfordii Nana

This is a rugged dwarf version with a compact . dome-shaped habit that is ideal for containers or spaces short on space. The lacy . lightly cupped leaves emerge bright green in spring and turn red-purple color in fall and winter. Color is more intense in full sun. While known as heavenly bamboo . thanks to its bright green stems . foliage texture and branching habit . nandina is not a true bamboo. Like other nandinas . 'Atropurpurea Nana' exhibits good resistance to disease . pest and deer. Thrives in nutrient-poor soils as long as it's given at least adequate drainage. Use for screening . informal hedge . borders or mass plantings. Treat as an accent with other shrubs and perennials. Grows to 2 ft. to 3 ft. H and wide. Prefers moist . well-drained . fertile soil. Provide full to part sun. Hardy to Zone 6/minus 5°F.