Bambusa malingensis (Seabreeze Bamboo)


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusBambusa
Speciesmalingensis
CategoryTropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginNative to Southern China.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8b - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cold season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-9.4) to above 4.5
Temperature (°F)15 - 40
Height9 - 12 m
Spread1.5 - 3 m
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeA quick hedge or a privacy screen, centrepiece or windbreak, and suited to erosion control.
PropagationPropagate through clump division, by rhizome, stem and branch cutting.
CultivationGrow in full sun to partial shade areas in any type of well-drained soil including those that are very dry. The plant has a higher tolerance for winds, and more salt tolerant than most bamboo varieties. Seabreeze is more tolerant of flooding and drought.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Bark/Stem DescriptionBright to dark green, glossy, erect below and arching above and have an average height between 9-12 m.
Leaf DescriptionNarrow leaves which are on average 15-25 cm long and 2-4 cm wide.

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