Phyllostachys bambusoides

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Giant Running Timber Bamboo

 
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Information by: Jerry sortomme        Photographer: Steve George

 

Description

Phyllostachys bambusoides is a giant grass. In a controlled environment, it grows 6'-10' high. In an uncontrolled enviroment, it grows 10'-20' high. Dense foliage makes it a good screen or hedge. It can be considered drought-tolerant but looks much better with regular water.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Bamboo

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

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:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.