Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Albovariegata'

Plant type

bamboo

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 6'

planting zones

6a-9b

Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Albovariegata' plant details

Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Albovariegata' is an evergreen bamboo with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Albovariegata'

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Albovariegata'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Phyllostachys bambusoides 'Albovariegata' is a medium sized bamboo with bright variegation. It's a faster grower than 'Richard Haubrich' which has more intense variegation but is very slow to mature, and can achieve a full sized grove in 5 to 7 years under ideal conditions. The new leaves are highly variegated, especially on new shoots, but turn greener over the course of the summer. The greener leaves during the summer allow the plant to grow quicker because of the increase in chlorophyll.

Like the species, the wood is of high quality and is very strong.