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Phyllostachys bambusoides

Giant Timber Bamboo

Plant photo of: Phyllostachys bambusoides
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Information by:         Photographer: Steve George

 

Description

Phyllostachys bamusoides is a giant grass. In a controlled environment, it grows 6-10 ft. high. In an uncontrolled enviroment, it grows 10-20 ft. high. Dense foliage makes it a good screen or hedge. Can take much drought but looks better with regular water. If your property is adjacent to a channel, please consider NOT planting this bamboo as it can end up clogging the channel or suffocating trees. Or consider planting in containers.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Bamboo

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

n/a

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Japanese, Tropical

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.