Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta
Also Known As
- Arundinaria gigantea 'Tecta'
- Arundinaria macrosperma
Plant type
bamboo
size
- H: 6'-8'
- W: 2'-30'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta plant details
Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta
- Plant type: bamboo
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 30 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Tejas Tropicals
Gardening facts about Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta plant
How to Grow Arundinaria gigantea ssp. tecta
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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