Bio Facts: Robert Young Bamboo
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Common Name:
Robert Young Bamboo
Scientific Name:
Phyllostachys viridus ‘Robert Young’
Origin:
China
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
7a-11
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Soil Requirements:
Regular water to moist soil
Notes:
- Slow running bamboo will thrive in heavy clay soil
- New culms are pea green in color
- Grows to a height of 40’ with 3” culm diameter
- Hardy down to -5F but looks better when grown in warmer conditions
