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Bio Facts: Hedge Bamboo

Hedge Bamboo
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Common Name:

Hedge Bamboo

Scientific Name:

Bambusa glaucescens ‘Multiplex’

Origin:

China

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:

8-11

Light Requirements:

Full sun to part shade

Soil Requirements:

Regular to moist soil

Notes:

  • Can grow to 28’-35’ with 1.5” culm diameter
  • Widely used as a wind break and privacy hedge
  • Arching culms can form a broad hedge, but does take well to pruning