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ARUNDINARIA   gigantea          Canebrake Bamboo

        Height: 6-10'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The only bamboo native to the eastern United States. This clone has culms that are quite upright and remain evergreen throughout the winter. Though a running bamboo, it should make a good plant for a tight area in a small garden. The species name indicates a large size, which may be misleading, as it will not likely attain the tall heights of the Phyllostachys. Native to Ohio."



FARGESIA   denudata          Denudata Bamboo

        Height: 8-12'     Spread: 6-8'

Zone: 5-6     Bamboo

Masses of delicate light green leaves are displayed against light green canes and gently arching habit. Leaves do not drop in fall and will remain green when protected from desiccating winter winds. The plant makes a fine specimen or focal point in shaded areas with adequate moisture.



FARGESIA   murielae          Umbrella Bamboo

        Height: 8-10'     Spread: 6-8'

Zone: 4-5     Bamboo

"Delicate pea-green foliage, green culms and graceful weeping habit is ideal when placed next to a pond. The leaves are small and delicate in appearance belying its hardiness. Ideal as a specimen in a shaded garden, it is one of the hardiest of the clumping bamboos. These are new generation plants grown from seedlings that should be safe from flowering for the next 60 to 100 years. Needs no containment to prevent its spread."



FARGESIA   nitida     'Juizhaigou'     Red Fountain Bamboo

        Height: 10'     Spread: 6-8'

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"An exciting new introduction from the Sichuan Province of China. ‘Juizhaigou’ (Pronounced Joe's–I–Go) has delicate leaves and pea-green canes that turn to deep burgundy within the second year. Eventually the canes fade to yellow. For best cane color plant in a bright location, but not in full sun."



FARGESIA   rufa          Rufa Bamboo

        Height: 6'     Spread: 4-5'

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"This well-behaved, medium height bamboo is a new introduction from China, and is still very rare in cultivation. It appears to be hardier than most other species. In spring and early summer, the new shoots are clothed with wine-tinged sheaths, which drop off to reveal olive-green, polished canes. The foliage is darker than most other Fargesias and the plant has a slightly open habit. Perfect if you need a smaller specimen for a small garden or courtyard planting. Grows well with morning sun and afternoon shade. Needs no containment to prevent its spread."



FARGESIA   scabrida          Scabrida Bamboo

        Height: 10-12'     Spread: 6-8'

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The reddish orange culm sheaths are displayed against dark green stems and emerald green foliage. Foliage is narrow and gives an overall open appearance to the plant.



HIBANOBAMBUSA   tranquillans     'Shiroshima'     Shiroshima Bamboo

        Height: 6-10'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The strikingly attractive leaves are variegated in cream and green with stunning color that persists throughout the year. It is the best tall variegated bamboo, having larger leaves than other variegated forms, resulting in a distinctive and bold effect. Best sited with an eastern or protected exposure to keep the foliage colorful. Useful as a massed specimen, keeping in mind that it can spread over time."



INDOCALAMUS   tessallatus          Broadleaf Bamboo

        Height: 3-4'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

The largest leaves of the hardy low growing bamboos. Culms at first are upright but soon arch under the weight of the large leaves. Works nicely as a texture contrast with smaller foliages. Useful as a ground cover or as a container plant indoors. Requires winter mulching to protect the culms.



PHYLLOSTACHYS    aureosulcata          Yellow Groove Bamboo

        Height: 15-25'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"Can form a beautiful grove with mature culms displaying an olive green color and yellow groove alternating between the nodes. Suitable for medium-sized and large gardens as hedges, screens and specimens in sun or partial shade. Plants should be contained where necessary."



PHYLLOSTACHYS    aureosulcata     'Alata'     Crookstem Bamboo

        Height: 8-20'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Known for its vibrant green canes that have pronounced zigzagging kinks in the lower area of the cane. This is an upright bamboo with dark-green foliage that is hardy and suitable for a grove or screen planting. In the spring it produces a great number of attractive and edible shoots.



PHYLLOSTACHYS    aureosulcata     'Harbin'     Harbin Yellow Groove Bamboo

        Height: 12-15'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

The canes are ribbed and have decorative vertical stripes. The coloration varies from culm to culm with mostly yellow and green striping. The emerging culms have shades of lavender.



PHYLLOSTACHYS    aureosulcata     'Spectabilis'     Green Groove Bamboo

        Height: 15-25'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The rich yellow canes are the reverse of Yellow Groove Bamboo and have a bright green groove. Young new culms can turn shades of burgundy red when exposed to sun. Excellent for containers, or use as a screen or specimen planting. The most colorful large bamboo that we grow."



PHYLLOSTACHYS    bissettii          David Bissett Bamboo

        Height: 15-20'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Green culms with good dark green foliage can create a dense canopy and a nice grove excellent for specimen and grove planting on rich damp soils sheltered from harsh winds.



PHYLLOSTACHYS    nigra          Black Bamboo

        Height: 8-20'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5-6     Bamboo

Popular because of its graceful habit and the sharp accent of its culm color. Much sought after for its black stems which develop after 6 months to a year from green culms. Care should be taken in placing this bamboo in a protected location to keep the culms from freezing to the ground in severe winters.



PHYLLOSTACHYS    nigra     'Henon'     Henon or Blue Bamboo

        Height: 15-35'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The strong and erect culms are whitish green when young, developing a pale-blue waxy 'bloom' as they mature. Suitable for medium-sized and large gardens as hedges, screens and specimens in sun or partial shade. More hardy than P. nigra."



PHYLLOSTACHYS    nuda          Snow Bamboo

        Height: 15-30'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Hardiest of the tall bamboos. Each node has a white ring easily seen on the larger culms. Forms a beautiful grove. Hardy to -25°.



PHYLLOSTACHYS    vivax          Chinese Timber Bamboo

        Height: 15-35'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5-6     Bamboo

Under ideal conditions it quickly forms a grove of tall emerald green culms and masses of dark green foliage. Protect from desiccating winter winds. Very quick grower with shoots that are among the best for eating.



PLEIOBLASTUS   chino     'Vaginatus Variegatus'

        Height: 18 in.-3'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The narrow, highly variegated white striped leaves of this variety make a low finely textured groundcover stunning in the landscape. The delicate variegations give it an elegant appearance. Prefers partial shade. Cut to ground in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS   fortunei     'Variegata'     Dwarf White-Stripe Bamboo

        Height: 18-30 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Nice ground cover bamboo with bright white and green variegated foliage that holds its color all season. Cut to ground in early spring to renew growth.



PLEIOBLASTUS   hugumosasa          Pygmy Bamboo

        Height: 12-24 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"Hardy dwarf bamboo. The upright stems have short branches and 3-4 in. bright green foliage which gives flattened appearance at top of stems. Once established through its fast spreading rhizomes it will survive despite dryness, shade and root competition from trees. Excellent evergreen groundcover. Formerly known as Arundinaria pygmaea. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS   okinosasa          Pygmy Bamboo

        Height: 18-24 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"Hardy dwarf bamboo. The upright stems have short branches with 11/2-21/2 in. narrow dark green foliage that has a compact, upright effect. Useful as a running groundcover both in partial shade and full sun. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS   pygmaea v. distichus          Dwarf Fernleaf Bamboo

        Height: 18-24 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"The long slender foliage creates an attractive low growing, running groundcover useful both in partial shade and full sun. The long slender leaves are two-ranked on the branches giving it a fernleaf appearance best shown in full sun. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS   pygmaea v. distichus     'Wooster's Dwarf'     Wooster's Dwarf Bamboo

        Height: 10-15 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

This dwarf ground cover bamboo is the shortest bamboo we have grown. It will make a good container plant or could be used for a lawn alternative in shade or partial shade. Remember to keep in bounds with barrier or surround with turf.



PLEIOBLASTUS   shibuyanus     'Tsuboi'     Tsuboi Bamboo

        Height: 2-3'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"New leaves can emerge nearly white and retain their variegation through the season. The leaves are small and have a variable white stripe in the center. Useful as a container plant or groundcover, best sited in partial shade. Cut to ground in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS   viridi-striatus          Dwarf Yellow-Stripe Bamboo

        Height: 18-24 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"Magnificent bright bamboo with leaves predominantly yellow. Best coloring in sun and good soil. Hardy to -20°F when mulched. A moderate spreader, plants may require containment. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS   viridi-striatus     'Chrysophyllus'     Dwarf Golden Bamboo

        Height: 18-24 in.     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Striking golden foliage without the variegation of the species. Exhibits best color in a sunny site. Cut to ground early in spring and mulch in winter.



PSEUDOSASA   japonica          Arrow Bamboo

        Height: 8-11'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

An excellent ornamental bamboo with large ornamental dark green leaves on strong erect culms. Useful as a screen or hedge in a protected area and partial shade. Requires winter mulching to protect the culms. Can be used as a container plant indoors.



SASA   palmata          Broadleaf Bamboo

        Height: 5-7'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"A hardy vigorous form with large, thick, leathery leaves. Prefers a cool shady location and looks tropical especially when used near water. The thick leathery leaves can be up to 12-15 in. long and 21/2 in. wide."



SASA   senanensis          Senan Bamboo

        Height: 5-8'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Nice shrub forming bamboo for winter hardiness and good dark green foliage that holds up well all year. Can be planted in deep shade to light sun. A rare and desirable plant.



SASA   veitchii          Silver Edge Bamboo

        Height: 2-3'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

Low growing Japanese running bamboo. Large dark green leaves develop dry light-colored tan edges in the fall creating an attractive bold pattern which lasts through the winter. Good for borders and naturalizing areas in partial shade. Cut to ground early in spring and mulch in winter.



SASAELLA   masumuneana     'Albostriata'     Dwarf White Stiped Bamboo

        Height: 1-3'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

"Forms low, dense clumps of attractive white to cream striped foliage. Can be used as a groundcover for stunning effects. Prefers partial shade. Cut to ground in early spring to renew growth."



SEMIARUNDINARIA   fastuosa          Temple Bamboo

        Height: 10-20'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

An attractive erect growing bamboo with short branches that give each cane the appearance of a multi-tiered umbrella. Makes a majestic hedge with no leaning canes to contend with. Emerald green stems have beige culm sheaths that are persistent and decorative.



SHIBATAEA   kumasaca          Ruscus Leafed Bamboo

        Height: 3-6'     Spread: Variable

Zone: 5     Bamboo

A highly distinctive and ornamental Japanese bamboo with unusual foliage arranged in whorls around slender stems. It prefers acid soil and performs as a ground cover or short hedge.


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ARUNDINARIA gigantea			Canebrake Bamboo
Height: 6-10' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The only bamboo native to the eastern United States. This clone has culms that are quite upright and remain evergreen throughout the winter. Though a running bamboo, it should make a good plant for a tight area in a small garden. The species name indicates a large size, which may be misleading, as it will not likely attain the tall heights of the Phyllostachys. Native to Ohio."



FARGESIA denudata			Denudata Bamboo
Height: 8-12' Spread: 6-8'
Zone: 5-6 Bamboo
Masses of delicate light green leaves are displayed against light green canes and gently arching habit. Leaves do not drop in fall and will remain green when protected from desiccating winter winds. The plant makes a fine specimen or focal point in shaded areas with adequate moisture.



FARGESIA murielae			Umbrella Bamboo
Height: 8-10' Spread: 6-8'
Zone: 4-5 Bamboo
"Delicate pea-green foliage, green culms and graceful weeping habit is ideal when placed next to a pond. The leaves are small and delicate in appearance belying its hardiness. Ideal as a specimen in a shaded garden, it is one of the hardiest of the clumping bamboos. These are new generation plants grown from seedlings that should be safe from flowering for the next 60 to 100 years. Needs no containment to prevent its spread."



FARGESIA nitida 'Juizhaigou'			Red Fountain Bamboo
Height: 10' Spread: 6-8'
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"An exciting new introduction from the Sichuan Province of China. ‘Juizhaigou’ (Pronounced Joe's–I–Go) has delicate leaves and pea-green canes that turn to deep burgundy within the second year. Eventually the canes fade to yellow. For best cane color plant in a bright location, but not in full sun."



FARGESIA rufa			Rufa Bamboo
Height: 6' Spread: 4-5'
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"This well-behaved, medium height bamboo is a new introduction from China, and is still very rare in cultivation. It appears to be hardier than most other species. In spring and early summer, the new shoots are clothed with wine-tinged sheaths, which drop off to reveal olive-green, polished canes. The foliage is darker than most other Fargesias and the plant has a slightly open habit. Perfect if you need a smaller specimen for a small garden or courtyard planting. Grows well with morning sun and afternoon shade. Needs no containment to prevent its spread."



FARGESIA scabrida			Scabrida Bamboo
Height: 10-12' Spread: 6-8'
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The reddish orange culm sheaths are displayed against dark green stems and emerald green foliage. Foliage is narrow and gives an overall open appearance to the plant.



HIBANOBAMBUSA tranquillans 'Shiroshima'			Shiroshima Bamboo
Height: 6-10' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The strikingly attractive leaves are variegated in cream and green with stunning color that persists throughout the year. It is the best tall variegated bamboo, having larger leaves than other variegated forms, resulting in a distinctive and bold effect. Best sited with an eastern or protected exposure to keep the foliage colorful. Useful as a massed specimen, keeping in mind that it can spread over time."



INDOCALAMUS tessallatus			Broadleaf Bamboo
Height: 3-4' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
The largest leaves of the hardy low growing bamboos. Culms at first are upright but soon arch under the weight of the large leaves. Works nicely as a texture contrast with smaller foliages. Useful as a ground cover or as a container plant indoors. Requires winter mulching to protect the culms.



PHYLLOSTACHYS aureosulcata			Yellow Groove Bamboo
Height: 15-25' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"Can form a beautiful grove with mature culms displaying an olive green color and yellow groove alternating between the nodes. Suitable for medium-sized and large gardens as hedges, screens and specimens in sun or partial shade. Plants should be contained where necessary."



PHYLLOSTACHYS aureosulcata 'Alata'			Crookstem Bamboo
Height: 8-20' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
Known for its vibrant green canes that have pronounced zigzagging kinks in the lower area of the cane. This is an upright bamboo with dark-green foliage that is hardy and suitable for a grove or screen planting. In the spring it produces a great number of attractive and edible shoots.



PHYLLOSTACHYS aureosulcata 'Harbin'			Harbin Yellow Groove Bamboo
Height: 12-15' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
The canes are ribbed and have decorative vertical stripes. The coloration varies from culm to culm with mostly yellow and green striping. The emerging culms have shades of lavender.



PHYLLOSTACHYS aureosulcata 'Spectabilis'			Green Groove Bamboo
Height: 15-25' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The rich yellow canes are the reverse of Yellow Groove Bamboo and have a bright green groove. Young new culms can turn shades of burgundy red when exposed to sun. Excellent for containers, or use as a screen or specimen planting. The most colorful large bamboo that we grow."



PHYLLOSTACHYS bissettii			David Bissett Bamboo
Height: 15-20' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
Green culms with good dark green foliage can create a dense canopy and a nice grove excellent for specimen and grove planting on rich damp soils sheltered from harsh winds.



PHYLLOSTACHYS nigra			Black Bamboo
Height: 8-20' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5-6 Bamboo
Popular because of its graceful habit and the sharp accent of its culm color. Much sought after for its black stems which develop after 6 months to a year from green culms. Care should be taken in placing this bamboo in a protected location to keep the culms from freezing to the ground in severe winters.



PHYLLOSTACHYS nigra 'Henon'			Henon or Blue Bamboo
Height: 15-35' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The strong and erect culms are whitish green when young, developing a pale-blue waxy 'bloom' as they mature. Suitable for medium-sized and large gardens as hedges, screens and specimens in sun or partial shade. More hardy than P. nigra."



PHYLLOSTACHYS nuda			Snow Bamboo
Height: 15-30' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
Hardiest of the tall bamboos. Each node has a white ring easily seen on the larger culms. Forms a beautiful grove. Hardy to -25°.



PHYLLOSTACHYS vivax			Chinese Timber Bamboo
Height: 15-35' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5-6 Bamboo
Under ideal conditions it quickly forms a grove of tall emerald green culms and masses of dark green foliage. Protect from desiccating winter winds. Very quick grower with shoots that are among the best for eating.



PLEIOBLASTUS chino 'Vaginatus Variegatus'
Height: 18 in.-3' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The narrow, highly variegated white striped leaves of this variety make a low finely textured groundcover stunning in the landscape. The delicate variegations give it an elegant appearance. Prefers partial shade. Cut to ground in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS fortunei 'Variegata'			Dwarf White-Stripe Bamboo
Height: 18-30 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
Nice ground cover bamboo with bright white and green variegated foliage that holds its color all season. Cut to ground in early spring to renew growth.



PLEIOBLASTUS hugumosasa			Pygmy Bamboo
Height: 12-24 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"Hardy dwarf bamboo. The upright stems have short branches and 3-4 in. bright green foliage which gives flattened appearance at top of stems. Once established through its fast spreading rhizomes it will survive despite dryness, shade and root competition from trees. Excellent evergreen groundcover. Formerly known as Arundinaria pygmaea. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS okinosasa			Pygmy Bamboo
Height: 18-24 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"Hardy dwarf bamboo. The upright stems have short branches with 11/2-21/2 in. narrow dark green foliage that has a compact, upright effect. Useful as a running groundcover both in partial shade and full sun. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS pygmaea v. distichus			Dwarf Fernleaf Bamboo
Height: 18-24 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"The long slender foliage creates an attractive low growing, running groundcover useful both in partial shade and full sun. The long slender leaves are two-ranked on the branches giving it a fernleaf appearance best shown in full sun. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS pygmaea v. distichus 'Wooster's Dwarf'			Wooster's Dwarf Bamboo
Height: 10-15 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
This dwarf ground cover bamboo is the shortest bamboo we have grown. It will make a good container plant or could be used for a lawn alternative in shade or partial shade. Remember to keep in bounds with barrier or surround with turf.



PLEIOBLASTUS shibuyanus 'Tsuboi'			Tsuboi Bamboo
Height: 2-3' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"New leaves can emerge nearly white and retain their variegation through the season. The leaves are small and have a variable white stripe in the center. Useful as a container plant or groundcover, best sited in partial shade. Cut to ground in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS viridi-striatus			Dwarf Yellow-Stripe Bamboo
Height: 18-24 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"Magnificent bright bamboo with leaves predominantly yellow. Best coloring in sun and good soil. Hardy to -20°F when mulched. A moderate spreader, plants may require containment. Cut to ground early in spring to renew growth."



PLEIOBLASTUS viridi-striatus 'Chrysophyllus'			Dwarf Golden Bamboo
Height: 18-24 in. Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
Striking golden foliage without the variegation of the species. Exhibits best color in a sunny site. Cut to ground early in spring and mulch in winter.



PSEUDOSASA japonica			Arrow Bamboo
Height: 8-11' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
An excellent ornamental bamboo with large ornamental dark green leaves on strong erect culms. Useful as a screen or hedge in a protected area and partial shade. Requires winter mulching to protect the culms. Can be used as a container plant indoors.



SASA palmata			Broadleaf Bamboo
Height: 5-7' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
"A hardy vigorous form with large, thick, leathery leaves. Prefers a cool shady location and looks tropical especially when used near water. The thick leathery leaves can be up to 12-15 in. long and 21/2 in. wide."



SASA senanensis			Senan Bamboo
Height: 5-8' Spread: Variable
Zone: 5 Bamboo
Nice shrub forming bamboo for winter hardiness and good dark green foliage that holds up well all year. Can be planted in deep shade to light sun. A rare and desirable plant.