Stunning, deep red, new growth accentuates the evergreen leaves of this nandina

Flirt Nandina in brown Southern Living Plant Collection Pot with tag

Flirt Nandina in yard landscape with deep reed foliage.

Flirt Nandina with accentuating red foliage

Flirt™ Nandina

Nandina domestica 'Murasaki' PP21391

Stunning, deep red, new growth accentuates the evergreen leaves of this nandina. Flirt™ has superior color through the summer unlike similar varieties.

Light Needs

Part Sun to Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones 6a - 10b

mature dimensions

1-2′ high x 1.5-2′ wide

This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 9a

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More About Flirt™ Nandina

Bloom/Feature

Stunning dark red growth; evergreen mature foliage. Reddens further in fall and winter.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -10°F to 0°F

Key Features

Compact Habit, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Dwarf, Water-wise, Winter / Fall Foliage Color, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

None

Uses

Border, Container, Mass Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

None Needed

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in location that receives partial shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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