Nandina 'Harbor Dwarf' (Dwarf Nandina)

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Nandina 'Harbor Dwarf' is a compact, evergreen shrub grown for its colourful foliage. New growth is flushed with red, ages to become bright green through summer, then turns red-bronze from autumn through winter. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and the same width. Nandina 'Harbor Dwarf' is a tidy plant that is ideal for planting around outdoor living areas, such as pools, including in a mixed planting, planting as a backdrop for smaller plants, maintaining in a container, or growing as an informal hedge.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	60 cm
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	14951

'Harbor Dwarf' Nandina landscape uses

Nandina ‘Harbour Dwarf’ is perfect for low-maintenance borders, edging, and mass plantings. Its compact size and dense foliage make it ideal for small gardens, foundation plantings, or underplanting larger shrubs. The changing leaf colours provide year-round visual interest in both formal and informal landscapes.

How to grow and care for Nandina 'Harbor Dwarf' in NZ

To grow Nandina ‘Harbour Dwarf’ in New Zealand, choose a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. This hardy, compact shrub tolerates light frost and dry periods once established. Water regularly during its first year and mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to enhance foliage colour. Pruning is rarely required, but it can be done in late winter to maintain the shape or remove older stems. It’s a low-maintenance plant suited to a variety of garden styles.

Why buy Nandina 'Harbor Dwarf' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies premium-quality Nandina ‘Harbor Dwarf’ plants that are compact, colourful, and well-suited to New Zealand conditions. Their plants are nursery-grown for reliable performance and come with expert advice, fast delivery, and free shipping on orders over $150, making them an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscaping.

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