PHYLLOSTACHYS bissetii

Common name: Bisset?s Bamboo

Family: Poaceae

Origin: China

Description: A very attractive dark green bamboo. Grows well in most conditions. Will tolerate temperatures as low as -20 degrees

Uses: Good as single clump or dense hedge

Climate/Position: Will grow in exposed situations, and will tolerate wind

Height/Spread: Height 5 metres

Soil Requirements: Grow in humus rich soils that stay moist

Pruning: Can be clipped as a hedge

Special Requirements: If space is limited or to stop the spread of the bamboo, then it is best to plant in a large container or surround the roots with a non-perishable barrier, such as Bamboo Control System, that restricts the plant's spread