Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis'

Also Known As

Bambusa textilis 'Emerald'
Emerald Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

H: 30'-40'
W: 20'-30'

planting zones

8b-12

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Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis' plant details

Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis' is a fast-growing evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis'

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: clumping, hedge, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis'

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, erosion, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

OK. this may be the greenest bamboo we grow. But who’d know? Everyone speaks of ‘Gracilis’, (that graceful bamboo). ‘Gracilis’ is not ‘Emerald” to 30'

By: Utility Research Garden

Gardening facts about Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis' plant

How to Grow Bambusa textilis 'Mutabilis'

Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- erosion control
- verticillium wilt resistant