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Phyllostachys bambusoides
Giant Timber Bamboo
Information by: Photographer: Steve George
Description
Phyllostachys bamusoides is a giant grass. In a controlled enviroment 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.
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
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.