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    Phyllostachys bissetii

    Also Known As

    • Bamboo

    Plant type

    bamboo

    size

    • H: 20'-40'
    • W: 10'-50'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Phyllostachys bissetii plant details

    Phyllostachys bissetii 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phyllostachys bissetii

    Plant type: bamboo
    Plant family: poaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 50 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
    Uses: hedge, spreading, tropical-looking, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phyllostachys bissetii

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    If you're looking for a fast growing, very hardy, green, green, stately bamboo, this one's for you! It's one of the first to send up shoots in the spring and can reach 30'.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Phyllostachys bissetii plant

    How to Grow Phyllostachys bissetii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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