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NANDINA domestica 'Obsessed'
Commonly known as Chopstick plant, Nanten, Sacred bamboo
(syn. 'Seika'). Rich red new growth
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Evergreen
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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White
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread70cm (28in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Dense, upright growth habit. Flowers are followed by red berries
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sunIn a sheltered site
NANDINA domestica 'Obsessed'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowSyn. 'Seika'. At least 2 different cultivars are required for fruitingPests & DiseasesVirusesPlace of originGarden originResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapePaniclesStar-shapedTo 1cm (½in) across
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf formPinnate
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Pruning groupPruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eaten(People & Pets)
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Nandina - Growing Guide
60cm (24in)
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70cm (28in) |

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Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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