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Borinda macclureana

Also Known As

  • Fargesia macclureana
  • Clumping Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

  • H: 18'-20'
  • W: 15'-25'

planting zones

  • 8a-9b

Borinda macclureana plant details

Borinda macclureana is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Borinda macclureana

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 18 FT - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Borinda macclureana

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clumping bamboo to 12' or more and also considered the most cold hardy of the genus. Noteworthy purplish culms.

Gardening facts about Borinda macclureana plant

How to Grow Borinda macclureana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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