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Discover the vibrant beauty of Nandina 'Obsession'—one of the most popular new selections for striking year-round foliage in New Zealand gardens. If you’re searching for nandina obsession for sale, you’ll love how this compact, easy-care shrub transforms borders, pots, and foundation plantings with its fiery red new growth and elegant shape. Whether you want to create a stunning low hedge or brighten a neglected corner, this hardy nandina variety brings a touch of drama with every season, while requiring very little maintenance.

Nandina Obsession

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Nandina 'Obsession' is a compact, evergreen shrub grown for its colourful foliage. New growth from spring through autumn is bright red and complements the older, dark green foliage beautifully. The red tones disappear as the foliage ages, but red tones will reappear through winter. This evergreen typically grows to 60 cm tall and the same width. Nandina 'Obsession' is a tidy plant, ideal for rock gardens, mass planting on a bank, container maintenance, adding to a border or mixed planting, or incorporating around outdoor living areas such as pools, or anywhere vibrant colour is desired.

Nandina Obsession growing in a garden with red foliage.
  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    60 cm
  • Spread:
    60 cm
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
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Why Choose Nandina 'Obsession'?

Nandina 'Obsession' is renowned for its bold, ever-changing colour. The new leaves emerge deep red, maturing to a lush green, before turning ruby red again in autumn and winter. Growing approximately 60–80cm high and wide, this dwarf sacred bamboo fits perfectly in both modern and traditional garden designs. It’s adaptable to a range of soil types, highly tolerant of drought once established, and naturally pest-free. If you want a non-invasive, non-spreading nandina with exceptional colour, 'Obsession' is your go-to choice.

Placement and Companion Plants

Plant Nandina 'Obsession' as a foundation shrub, low hedge, or in decorative containers for entryways and patios. Its compact growth makes it ideal for framing paths or tucked amongst perennial borders. For a harmonious garden palette, combine with other nandina varieties like Nandina Gulf Stream, Nandina Richmond, Nandina Blush, Nandina 'Firepower', and Nandina 'Pygmaea'. These all share similar requirements and provide a succession of colour and foliage interest.

Looking for striking texture contrasts? Pair with fine-leafed natives like Ozothamnus leptophyllus (Cottonwood), or enjoy softening the landscape with blooms from Camellia 'Early Pearly', Erica verticillata, or Hebe 'Amy'.

Caring for Your Nandina Obsession

Caring for nandina obsession is straightforward. Plant in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil, and water regularly until established. Once growing, it withstands both drought and light frosts. Light pruning will encourage bushiness and more vivid new foliage. Mulching in spring will keep roots cool and reduce the need for watering. Every few years, thin out older canes at the base for optimal form and colour.

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Bring structure, low maintenance style, and vivid year-round colour to your garden with this standout variety. Our nursery offers healthy, top-quality nandina obsession for sale with fast shipping across New Zealand. For even more evergreen beauty, explore companion options like Camellia Leonora Novick to add variety and seasonal blooms to your planting scheme.

Enjoy the transformative beauty of Nandina 'Obsession' in your landscape. Order now and give your garden enduring colour, structure, and flair.


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