Phyllostachys bissettii (Green bamboo)
- A simple, classic bamboo, Phyllostachys bissettii forms dense clumps of stems – ideal for hedges or screening and perfect for patio or barbecue areas
- This green bamboo adds an exotic look to UK gardens, and who can resist that calming rustling sound bamboo makes in the breeze?
- Being vigorous and slowly invasive, it is best in large pots, or with plenty of space in lawns, but can be managed more easily than other varieties
- It weathers very well in either a hot summer or a cold winter so will withstand our unpredictable British climate
- Supplied as a 60cm tall plant in a 1L pot ready to plant out or re-pot
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The best green bamboo there is, Phyllostachys bissettii, or Bisset Bamboo, has risen in popularity in recent years as it is one of the easiest, cleanest and most straightforward of the genus.
It forms dense clumps, so is ideal for hedges or screening off – great for patio or barbecue areas for an exotic look, with a lovely rustling sound in a breeze.
Being vigorous and slowly invasive, it is best planted in large pots, or with plenty of space in lawns, but if you are planting near a wall or foundations, remember to use a physical barrier.
It weathers very well in hot summer or cold winter, its plain green look being simple yet classic. Remove lower leaves to show off the canes to their best.
What Is Supplied
Supplied as a 1L pot-grown plant, approx 60cm tall, ready to plant out.
Plant all year.
New 'culms' emerge in spring.
Plant Care Information
Top Tips
- Best in a large container, but if you need to plant in the garden, ensure that a physical barrier is placed around the roots to stop them invading surrounding areas.
Care Information
- As Phyllostachys bissetii grows vigorously, it needs to be pruned regularly to prevent from spreading further than desired.
- In the spring, unwanted or spindly canes should be cut down to ground level.
- New shoots of Green bamboo can also be pruned once they grow taller than the rest of the plant if you wish to maintain a compact size.
Planting/Flowering Calendar
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Fully Grown Plant Dimensions (approx)
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