Phyllostachys heteroclada purpurata
Common name: Water Bamboo
As the name implies, this is a bamboo that can take very wet conditions, even standing water, due to the fact that the culms and roots both have hollow. air channels. It does very well in sites that other bamboos would perish. Slender zigzag culms with dense horizontal that turn to a dark grey green color.
Synonyms: Phyllostachys purpurata.
Height x Diameter: Ht. To 30’.
Minimum temperature: Hardy to 0° f.
USDA zone 6-10, find your zone here Maya Gardens Inc – USDA zone map.
In zone 5 expect 8′ tall plants with winter damage. In zone 10 expect full size plants.
Light: Full sun.
Culm: Green to blue green.
Uses: Screen, hedge, wind break.
Distribution China.
Spread Running.
Pricing:
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The cost of of each plant includes UPS ground in the continental U.S., packaging and handling, wilt proofing your order and moisture polymers to keep your plants watered during shipping. The “#” size refers to the size container the plant is grown in. The smaller the #, the smaller the size container. Younger plants will be in the smaller “#” sizes. A #1 size is the smallest size we grow in and will have the youngest plants. These are generally 1-2 years old. A #5 container is the largest size that we ship UPS and will have the largest, most established plants. These are generally 3-5 years old. These are the traditional gallon size containers. The actual size of the plant will vary, depending on the variety. Please visit our home page for current shipping information. Product samples. International customers.
