Nandina 'Flirt'

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Nandina 'Flirt' is a compact, evergreen shrub grown for its colourful foliage. The new foliage produced from spring through to autumn is a colourful red and ages to green. It typically grows to 40 cm in height and 50 cm in width. Nandina'Flirt' is a lovely plant that is commonly included in rock gardens, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools, used in mixed or border plantings, maintained in containers, or used anywhere a hardy and attractive shrub is desired.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	40 cm
Spread:	50 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
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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Sku	18898

Nandina 'Flirt' garden uses

Nandina ‘Flirt’ is ideal for low borders, groundcovers, and mass plantings thanks to its compact size and rich red new growth. It adds vibrant colour to containers, rock gardens, and mixed plantings, while its tidy, evergreen habit makes it perfect for small gardens or edging paths with year-round appeal.

How to grow and care for Nandina 'Flirt' in NZ

To grow Nandina ‘Flirt’ in New Zealand, plant it in a sunny to partly shaded spot with well-drained soil. This compact and hardy shrub tolerates light frost and short dry periods once established. Water regularly while young, then only as needed. Mulch annually to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Feed in spring with a general-purpose fertiliser to maintain healthy growth and vibrant foliage. Minimal pruning is required—remove any damaged or old stems in late winter to maintain a neat shape.

Why buy Nandina 'Flirt' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company offers top-quality Nandina ‘Flirt’ plants, which are nursery-grown. With expert advice, prompt delivery, and free shipping on larger orders, they make it easy to add this colourful, easy-care shrub to borders, containers, or rock gardens.

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