Giant Timber Bamboo

Bambusa oldhamii

Pronunciation: bam-BOO-sa old-HAM-ee-eye
SKU #01131
8-11

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The largest species of bamboo, making it one of the best for large, dense screens. Densely foliaged, strongly upright clumps having thick stems reaching 4 in. in diameter. Well-behaved, clumping habit is non-invasive. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Fast growing; forms large clumps 25 to 45 ft. tall.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11

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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesNon-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitClumping
Landscape UsePrivacy Screen, Windbreak
Design IdeasThe large, dense habit of this Bamboo requires careful placement in the garden and will not be suitable for small, urban spaces. It will however make a bold statement as a backdrop to a large Asian garden or wooded lot. In the landscape it can be used as a clump of vertical poles for a columnar element or planted in mass for a fast growing barrier, screen or privacy hedge between properties. The clumping, non-invasive habit of Giant Timber Bamboo make it an easy, low maintenance choice for homeowners.
Foliage ColorGreen
Care InstructionsFollow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesNon-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitClumping
Style
Landscape UsePrivacy Screen, Windbreak
Design IdeasThe large, dense habit of this Bamboo requires careful placement in the garden and will not be suitable for small, urban spaces. It will however make a bold statement as a backdrop to a large Asian garden or wooded lot. In the landscape it can be used as a clump of vertical poles for a columnar element or planted in mass for a fast growing barrier, screen or privacy hedge between properties. The clumping, non-invasive habit of Giant Timber Bamboo make it an easy, low maintenance choice for homeowners.
Foliage ColorGreen
Care
Care InstructionsFollow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

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