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BAMBOO Pleioblastus variegatus
(Arundinaria fortunei) - low tufted species forming dense thickets. Suitable for rock garden, 2-3' tall, silver variegated
Plant Details
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Good to knowIntroduced into UK by Robert Fortune, Scottish plant hunter, in 1863.ideal for rock gardens or tubs/containers.
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Place of originJapan.
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EvergreenLeaves 14cm (5½in) long.
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Linear
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Height0.8-1.2m (32in-4ft)
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Spread1.2m (4ft)
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BambooUpright, woody bamboo with hollow, pale-green canes. Nodes have a white, waxy bloom.
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size0.8-1.2m (32in-4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Town gardenWoodland garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Bamboo - Care Guide