Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriata'

Also Known As

Viridistriata Sunburst Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

H: 20'-40'
W: 6'-15'

planting zones

9a-12

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Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriata' plant details

Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriata' is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriata'

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: clumping, screen, striped bark, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriata'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, erosion, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another one that should be everywhere it can grow. The culms are GIANT ‘Alphonse Karr’, with 40’ more cloud reach. to 55’ altogether

By: Utility Research Garden

Recently introduced from China and still rare and sought after. This is our favorite clumping bamboo for it's colorful culms and large size. New shoots are yellow with green stripes maturing to yellow/gold with varying dark green stripes. A real stunner!

By: Tejas Tropicals

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How to Grow Bambusa pervariabilis 'Viridistriata'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- erosion control
- verticillium wilt resistant