Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Kew Beauty' (Kew Beauty Bamboo)
Botanical Information
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Thamnocalamus |
| Species | crassinodus |
| Cultivar | 'Kew Beauty' |
| Category | Woody |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -5-1 |
| Temperature (°F) | 23-24 |
| Height | 3.5 -5.5 m |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | An upright, clump-forming bamboo with powder-blue stems and small leaves with a dark red tint. |
| Shape | Upright, clump-forming habit. |
| Propagation | Propagate through division. |
| Cultivation | Grow in light shade in a moist, well-drained soil. Plant in a sheltered site. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Stems are a powder-blue colour that holds well throughout the season. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are tiny and green, with a dark red tint. |
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