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Bio Facts: Asian Lemon Bamboo

Asian Lemon Bamboo
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Common Name:

Asian Lemon Bamboo

Scientific Name:

Bambusa eutuldoides ‘Viridi-vittata’

Origin:

China

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:

8 and higher min. 15F

Light Requirements:

Full sun to part shade

Soil Requirements:

Regular to heavy water in a well drained soil

Notes:

  • Evergreen clumping bamboo can get 30’-40’ with 2” culms.
  • Yellow culms with varying dark green stripes. 
  • New shoots are pinkish in color.