Phyllostachys bambusoides |
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Giant Timber Bamboo |
Phyllostachys bambusoides is a giant grass. In a controlled environment, it grows 6'-10' high. In an uncontrolled environment, it grows 10'-20' high. Dense foliage makes it a good screen or hedge. it can take drought conditions but it looks better with regular water. This plant is fast growing and can be invasive. Plant only in containers.
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
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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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
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Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.