Phyllostachys Humilis

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Climate Zone 7 & 8 expect mature size canes to be  20 feet in height.
Climate Zone 6 expect mature size canes to be 8 to 14 feet in height.

   
Phyllostachys Humilis
Phyllostachys Humilis

Average mature size  1" x 20'    Hardy to 0 F
     
 Aggressive in  full sun


This is one of the smallest of the Phyllostachys gensus. It is a great bamboo for a short dense screen. It makes wonderful small screens because of the robust foliage. From China but widely used in Japan.  Called Hime-hachiku in Japan.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer.

3 gallon - $60


Climate Zone 6 or warmer
Sun or Shade

Large Field dug divisions $90 each

To order or if can help in anyway,
please call us at 1-877-RZN-CANE
or 205.686.5728

Question about this bamboo?
Short bambooHumilis
This is one the best species for a short screen. It can provide a great screen from just above ground level to 8-15 feet depending on you location.

Many species of bamboo will start to thin out when confined to a small area but this species becomes lush and provides a great small privacy hedge.
Short bamboo for screening. 
Diameter of a humilis cane Dense foliage
Phyllostachys HumilisMature canes of this short bamboo are usually under 1" diameter. Underside of new foliage can have a blue-green tint. This is a great low maintenance bamboo that can provide privacy and a lush garden environment to your landscape. 
 



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