Phyllostachys dulcis

Also Known As

Sweetshoot Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

H: 40'
W: 10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Phyllostachys dulcis plant details

Phyllostachys dulcis is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phyllostachys dulcis

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phyllostachys dulcis

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The masses of large drooping leaves, the thick culms, and a white ring at the node make this one of our most beautiful bamboos. Phyllostachys dulcis will occasionally display cream-colored stripes on its culms.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Phyllostachys dulcis, or Sweetshoot Bamboo, is considered to be one of the best choices for producing large timber poles and delicious edible shoots at the same time. Sweetshoot is often planted for commercial shoot harvest and is commonly grown at households in Japan and China for personal harvest. Shooting season is early.

Similar to Phyllostachys vivax, Phyllostachys dulcis has thick canes relative to its height and so is a good choice for making an ornamental timber grove. It will produce large sized canes even in limited planting areas, and can reach heights of 35 feet tall in an enclosed area about five feet in diameter.

Occasionally, canes will be striped with cream banding on the lower portions providing for even greater ornamental appeal up close. The shoots are similarly banded with cream colored stripes and pairs well with dark colored perennials planted around the edge of the grove.