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Nandina 'Moon Bay'

$120.00

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm/33cm: Enquire within for height guide information.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 60cm to 1m (approx.)

Mature Width: 50cm

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is expected to grow 10cm to 20cm per year (slow) (approx.).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Nandina 'Moon Bay'

Nandina domestica 'Moon Bay' changes colour with the seasons, opening lime-green in spring, deepening through summer, then turning rich red and burgundy through the cold months. It delivers a full year of colour from foliage alone, and it is grown for that foliage rather than for the small white flowers it carries in summer.

'Moon Bay' is compact and upright, reaching 60 centimetres to 1 metre tall and just 50 centimetres wide at a slow 10 to 20 centimetres per year. That narrow habit and slow rate make it reliable as a low border, a mass planting in a narrow bed, an underplanting beneath feature trees, or a pot specimen.

'Moon Bay' is frost hardy, surviving heavy and frequent frost without damage, and the winter colour is in fact strongest where frosts are regular. It grows in full sun, tolerates a wide range of soils, and needs essentially no pruning.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Nandina 'Moon Bay'

How big does Nandina 'Moon Bay' grow?

'Moon Bay' grows to 60 centimetres to 1 metre tall and just 50 centimetres wide, holding a compact upright habit. It is a true dwarf and does not need cutting back to stay low.

How does the foliage change through the year?

New growth opens lime-green in spring, deepens through summer, then turns rich red and burgundy through autumn and winter. The cycle repeats every year.

Does 'Moon Bay' need frost to colour?

Cold drives the colour change, so winter tones are strongest and deepest in districts with regular frost. In warm frost-free areas the colour shift is softer.

How fast does 'Moon Bay' grow?

It grows slowly at 10 to 20 centimetres per year. The slow rate means a planted border holds its scale and spacing for many years without correction.

Is Nandina 'Moon Bay' frost hardy?

Yes. It is frost hardy and survives heavy and frequent frost without damage, which is why it performs so well in cold inland districts.

How far apart should I plant 'Moon Bay'?

Plant 40 to 50 centimetres apart for a continuous low border or mass planting. Its narrow habit means close spacing works without crowding.

Does 'Moon Bay' need pruning?

Essentially none. Remove any tired older canes at ground level every few years to refresh the clump, but no shaping or shearing is required.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Underplanting
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Screening or Privacy
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Nandina 'Moon Bay' works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Japanese Inspired – serene balance of form, foliage, and flow.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Nandina 'Moon Bay' Evergreen or Deciduous?

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 60cm to 1m (approx.)

Mature Width: 50cm

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is expected to grow 10cm to 20cm per year (slow) (approx.).

Growth Rate of Nandina 'Moon Bay'

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is expected to grow 10cm to 20cm per year (slow) (approx.).

They are considered to have a:

Slow Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Nandina 'Moon Bay'

Is Nandina 'Moon Bay' frost tolerant?

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Does Nandina 'Moon Bay' Flower?

Nandina ‘Moon Bay’ produces delicate clusters of tiny white star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. These soft, airy blooms sit above the fine, upright foliage and are followed by bright red berries that add colour and interest through autumn and winter.

Does Nandina 'Moon Bay' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Is Nandina 'Moon Bay' an Australian Native Tree?

No

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is Native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan, where Nandina domestica grows naturally in woodland edges and garden landscapes.

What is the Wildlife Value of Nandina 'Moon Bay' ?

Its flowers attract bees and small pollinating insects, while the bright red berries provide an important winter food source for birds. The dense, multi-stemmed structure also offers low-level shelter for small birds and beneficial insects, helping to support biodiversity in ornamental and low-maintenance gardens.

How much Sunlight does Nandina 'Moon Bay' need?

Nandina 'Moon Bay' will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Nandina ‘Moon Bay’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in waterlogged or compacted clay unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to boost drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then shift to deep, occasional watering as the plant matures to support drought resilience, vibrant seasonal colour and healthy compact growth.

Is Nandina 'Moon Bay' Drought Tolerant?

Is Nandina 'Moon Bay' Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Moon Bay’ develops good drought tolerance. Hardy and adaptable, it performs strongly in warm, dry and urban conditions and maintains its compact, upright form with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

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How To Plant Your Nandina 'Moon Bay'

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Nandina 'Moon Bay'

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Nandina 'Moon Bay' is expected to grow 10cm to 20cm per year (slow) (approx.).

Slow Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Nandina 'Moon Bay'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection for psyllids or scale in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Nandina 'Moon Bay' in Different Soil

Nandina 'Moon Bay' performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When does the Nandina 'Moon Bay' change colour?
A: New growth emerges pinkish-red in spring, transitions to green in summer, and shifts to red and burgundy tones in autumn and winter.

Q: How often does Nandina 'Moon Bay' need to be pruned?
A: Minimal pruning is needed. Trim in spring or summer if shaping is desired or to promote denser growth.