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Pleioblastus distichus [variegated]
Also Known As
- Pleioblastus distichus variegata
- Dwarf Fern Leaf Bamboo
- Pygmy Bamboo
Plant type
bamboo
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 30"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Pleioblastus distichus [variegated] plant details
Pleioblastus distichus [variegated] is an evergreen bamboo with gold, green and variegated foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pleioblastus distichus [variegated]
- Plant type: bamboo
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
- Mature size: 30 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant, spreading, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pleioblastus distichus [variegated]
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Garden photo gallery of Pleioblastus distichus [variegated]
Gardening facts about Pleioblastus distichus [variegated] plant
How to Grow Pleioblastus distichus [variegated]
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Pleioblastus for your garden
aka Dwarf Bamboo, Pygmy Bamboo
Plant Type
Groundcover, Bamboo
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 3'-20'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Arundinaria auricoma, Arundinaria viridi-striata, Arundinaria viristriata, Phyllostachys aureosulcata 'Spectabilis', Pleioblastus auricomis, Pleioblastus pygmaeus viridistriatus, Pleioblastus viridistriatus 'Dwarf Greenstripe', Bamboo, Dwarf Greenstripe Bamboo, Variegated Dwarf Bamboo
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like, Bamboo
Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 1'-4'
Width: 2"-10'
- sun - shade
- regular
aka Pleioblastus chino 'Murakamiensis', Murakamiensis Bamboo
Plant Type
Groundcover, Bamboo
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-10'
Width: 3'-20'
- mostly sun - shade
- regular
aka Pleioblastus distichus 'Green Carpet', Pseudosasa disticha, Bamboo Select® Green Carpet™, Dwarf Fernleaf Bamboo, Dwarf Fernleaf Bamboo Green Carpet, Pygmy Bamboo
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover, Bamboo
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 36"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Arundinaria fortunei, Arundinaria variegata, Pleiboblastus fortunei, Pleioblastus fortunei 'Bamboo Select®', Pleioblastus fortunei 'Little Zebra', Pleioblastus variegatus, Sasa pygmaea variegata, Bamboo Select® Little Zebra™, Dwarf Variegated Bamboo, Dwarf White Stripe Bamboo, Dwarf Whitestripe Bamboo, Dwarf Whitestripe Bamboo Little Zebra
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like, Bamboo
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-4'
Width: 2'-10'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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