Nandina Magical Lemon Lime

Nandina Magical Lemon Lime

Nandina domestica ‘Magical Lemon Lime’ (also known as ‘Lemon-Lime’) is a compact, evergreen shrub renowned for its vibrant lime-green foliage that provides year-round interest. This cultivar is part of the Southern Living® Plant Collection.

Key Characteristics:

• Foliage: New growth emerges in bright lemon-yellow tones, maturing to a rich lime-green. Unlike other Nandina varieties, ‘Magical Lemon Lime’ does not display red or orange hues in cooler months, maintaining its green coloration throughout the year.
• Size: Typically reaches 3 to 4 feet in both height and width, forming a dense, bushy habit.
• Flowers: Occasionally produces small white flowers in late spring to early summer, though flowering is rare and not a primary feature of this cultivar.

Growing Conditions:

• Light: Thrives in full sun to part shade. While it can tolerate full shade, the most vibrant foliage colors develop with some sunlight.
• Soil: Prefers moist but well-drained soils and is adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils.
• Water: Requires moderate watering, especially during establishment. Once established, it exhibits some drought tolerance.
• Hardiness: In colder regions, it may be semi-evergreen to deciduous, losing some foliage during winter.

Maintenance:

• Pruning: Generally low-maintenance, with no regular pruning required. If shaping is desired, prune in late winter or early spring.
• Pests and Diseases: Generally pest-free and disease-resistant. However, it may be susceptible to honey fungus in rare cases.

Uses in Landscaping:

‘Magical Lemon Lime’ is ideal for adding bright, year-round color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Its compact size and striking foliage make it suitable for foundation plantings, mass plantings, or as an accent in mixed landscapes.

Note:

While Nandina domestica species can produce berries that are toxic to birds and other animals, ‘Magical Lemon Lime’ rarely flowers and thus seldom produces berries, reducing this concern.

This cultivar is protected under Plant Breeders’ Rights (PBR), meaning unauthorized propagation is prohibited.

‘Magical Lemon Lime‘ offers a fresh, citrusy hue to gardens, brightening spaces with its unique foliage and minimal maintenance requirements.