An evergreen clump-forming bamboo with greenish brown canes and rich dark green leaves. New canes appear in very early spring. Max Height 60cm to 1.5m. Max Spread 60cm. Partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Shibataea kumasasa
An evergreen clump-forming bamboo with greenish brown canes and rich dark green leaves. New canes appear in very early spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Shibataea |
|---|---|
| Species | kumasasa |
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| Common Name | |
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| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm, 1.5m |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
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| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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