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Looking for vibrant colour and year-round interest in your garden? Nandina 'Obsession' is taking New Zealand landscapes by storm. This gorgeous, compact shrub brings striking foliage and easy care to gardens large and small. Known for its vivid red new growth, adaptable nature, and neat form, Nandina 'Obsession' can be used as a border plant, low hedge, or container specimen. If you’re searching for "nandina obsession nz," you’re in the right place to discover how this versatile shrub can transform your outdoor space.

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' for Your NZ Garden?

Nandina 'Obsession' stands out with brilliant red leaves in spring and autumn, creating eye-catching contrast against its mature green foliage. Unlike older Nandina varieties, ‘Obsession’ offers a dense, upright growth habit, making it ideal for modern garden designs. This plant flourishes all over NZ, tolerating a range of climates from coastal regions to inland gardens. Whether you’re after a pop of colour, a tidy low hedge, or a striking pot plant for your patio, Nandina 'Obsession' delivers with minimal fuss.

Planting and Care Tips for Nandina 'Obsession'

Nandina 'Obsession' enjoys sunny or partially shaded positions and thrives in most soil types as long as they’re well-drained. Plant it in groups for a dramatic display or as a single specimen in containers. This variety is notably low maintenance, requiring little pruning and tolerating dry spells once established. Add a layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, and feed annually with a general-purpose fertiliser for optimal health. The shrub is also non-invasive and resistant to most pests, making it a friendly addition to New Zealand gardens.

Design Ideas with Nandina 'Obsession'

With its striking colour and compact shape, Nandina 'Obsession' is perfect for mixed borders, foundation plantings, and contemporary garden styles. It pairs beautifully with other colourful shrubs like Nandina 'Firepower', Nandina Gulf Stream, and Nandina Richmond. Mix and match for layered colour and texture that lasts all year. If you want to broaden the palette, consider pairing with flowering shrubs like Hydrangea 'Phantom' or early-blooming Camellia 'Quintessence'.

Explore More Nandina Varieties

If you love the resilience and colour of Nandina 'Obsession', you might also enjoy the compact and fiery-red Nandina 'Blush' or the delightful dwarf Nandina 'Pygmaea'. Each of these Nandina varieties offers its own unique foliage colours and growth habits for New Zealand gardens. For gardeners interested in contrasting foliage, Eriostemon Bournda Gold (Variegated Eriostemon) and Leonotis leonurus (Lions Tail Plant) can make bold companions.

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