Phyllostachys Dulcis, Sweet Shoot Bamboo

Phyllostachys Dulcis 'Sweet Shoot' Bamboo

The Dulcis, or Sweet shoot, is a type of running bamboo that has large, thick culms for its short size. You would typically find this size culm on a much taller bamboo. Its shoots are prized for their tasty, early season production. Culms are green to blue with a white ring developing around them. Occasionally there are yellow stripes running up the culms. Sweet shoot has large, dark green drooping leaves, giving it a very full look. It is a quick growing bamboo, making it a great choice for a screen, hedge or grove. Takes full sun. Height is typically 40'x3".

Phyllostachys dulcis
Common name:  Sweet shoot.
Height x Diameter:  Ht. 40’x3”.
Minimum temperature:  Hardy to -5°F
USDA zone:  6-10
Light:  Full sun.
Culm:  Green.
Uses:  Hedge, screen, food.
Distribution:  Central China.
Spread:  Running.

The last photo is an example of a #1 (1 gallon) Phyllostachys dulcis, however, it is not the exact plant that you will receive.  Your plant will be approximately 1 year old,  1'-2' tall, with 1-3 culms (canes).