Name: Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream' (Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo)

Average Landscape Size: 3–4 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide; can reach 5 ft if unpruned; compact, upright habit

Sun Requirements: Partial shade to partial sun; best winter color in sun

Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 6–9; evergreen and hardy in Houston-area winters

Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fertilizer in spring; prune older canes in late winter

Detailed Description: This Gulf Stream Nandina is perfect for foundation plantings with blue-green foliage that transforms to gorgeous bronze-red in winter! At 3 to 4 feet tall, it stays compact and well-behaved. Here in our area, you'll love how the foliage changes with the seasons - green in summer, then beautiful bronze and red tones during winter months. It's incredibly low-maintenance once established and provides year-round structure with seasonal color changes. Perfect for adding winter interest to your landscape!