Shrubs

Nandina domestica 'Harbour Dwarf'

Harbour Dwarf heavenly bamboo

Harbour Dwarf heavenly bamboo. Representative plant

Small, narrow leaves form a low mound with coppery spring growth, green summer foliage and red-purple winter tones. Underground stems can gradually broaden the planting. This dwarf selection works as a foliage border, but it can still produce berries.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: Height: 1–2 ft. · Spread: 3–4 ft.; spreading
Water: Moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9

Sizes & prices

#3Heavenly Bamboo, super hardy 18"-30", evergreen great copper color in spring, great flowers and berry set holding them all winteCall for price

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant; not browse-proof.
Drought: Moderately tolerant once established.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Keep in mind: Any berries are toxic if eaten and can poison birds. Remove flower or fruit clusters to limit seed spread.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen to partly deciduous in cold winters.

Growing & care

Pruning: If needed, thin selected old stems at the base before spring growth.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Clemson Cooperative Extension

Photo: Randy Harter · CC BY 4.0

Image notes: Harbour Dwarf heavenly bamboo. Representative plant; resized and re-encoded, not cropped.

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.