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Pleioblastus pygmaeus
Also Known As
- Dwarf Bamboo
- Pygmy Bamboo
Plant type
groundcover, bamboo
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 3'-20'
planting zones
- 7a-11
Pleioblastus pygmaeus plant details
Pleioblastus pygmaeus is an evergreen or semi-evergreen groundcover bamboo with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pleioblastus pygmaeus
- Plant type: groundcover bamboo
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 20 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, running, tropical-looking, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pleioblastus pygmaeus
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
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Gardening facts about Pleioblastus pygmaeus plant
How to Grow Pleioblastus pygmaeus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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