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Do nandinas like sun or shade?

Do nandinas like sun or shade? Planting a Nandina They will grow happily in anything from full sun to around three-quarters shade. Several types will even tolerate heavier shade, even if it’s not ideal for them. Nandina grow best in full sun but sheltered from cold winds. They need moist but well drained soil. The

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How tall do nandinas grow?

How tall do nandinas grow? Nandina is an evergreen shrub in the barberry (berberidaceae) family (pdf) that usually grows 4 to 8 feet tall and 2 to 4 feet wide. Its pinnately compound leaves look similar to those of bamboo, hence its common name “sacred bamboo. Leaflets are between 1 and 2 inches long and

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Do crocosmia do well in pots?

Do crocosmia do well in pots? The more compact crocosmia cultivars, such as ‘Emily McKenzie’ (60cm/2ft tall), can also be planted in large containers, either as dormant corms or potted plants. Crocosmias are long-lived, low maintenance and need little attention once settled in. Plant Crocosmia in full sun and well-drained soil that does not become

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