Nandina Domestica Gulf Stream 5 Litre Pot

Nandina domestica ‘Gulf Stream’

Compact, colourful, and evergreen, Nandina domestica ‘Gulf Stream’ is a superb choice for year-round interest in the garden. Often called heavenly bamboo (though not a true bamboo), this elegant shrub is prized for its ever-changing foliage, which shifts through the seasons in a constantly evolving display of colour.

In spring, fresh bronze and copper-tinted leaves emerge, maturing to a refined mid-green in summer. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms again, taking on fiery tones of red, orange, and burgundy that intensify through winter, making it one of the brightest shrubs in the colder months. Unlike many varieties, ‘Gulf Stream’ remains compact and dense without becoming leggy, forming a neat dome that rarely needs pruning.

Its fine, lacy leaves bring a soft, almost fern-like texture that contrasts beautifully with bolder evergreens, while in summer small white starry flowers may appear, followed by clusters of red berries if conditions are right. Perfect for containers, small gardens, or mixed borders, this variety is also wonderfully low-maintenance, thriving with minimal attention once established.

Growing conditions:

• Position: Full sun to partial shade (best colour in sun)

• Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates a wide range once established

• Aspect: Hardy in the UK, best in a sheltered site away from severe cold winds

• Care: Very easy to grow; prune lightly in spring if shaping is needed

Key features:

• Evergreen shrub with ever-changing foliage colour

• Bronze spring growth, green summer leaves, fiery red autumn and winter tones

• Compact, rounded habit – naturally tidy, low-maintenance, and rarely needs pruning

• Excellent for pots, small gardens, or borders

• Height: 60–80cm | Spread: 70–90cm

Nandina Domestica Gulf Stream 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.