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Dendrocalamus
giganteus, the Giant Bamboo, is native of Asia. This is
one of the most massive of all bamboos; it can reach an
impressive 30 meters high and 30 cm wide in optimal
conditions. Bamboos are ideal to use as wind breaks and
privacy screens. They can be trimmed to the desired
height and be cultivated in pot.
The Giant bamboo can grow up to a meter high every day.
The cylindrical trunk has colours going from bluish grey
to yellowish brown. It has dark rings. The diameter of
each pole is the same from top to bottom. The top half of
the pole will bear branches. The leaves of the Giant
bamboo are slim and measure from 15 to 45 cm long. The
leaves are bright green and stay all year long. Bamboos
grow in a dense mass. This is because Dendrocalamus
giganteus’s rhizomes grow very closely together.
Hardiness zones 9-10, (-5ºC/25ºF, 1ºC/35ºF) in winter.
Under -3ºC, the plant dies. Dendrocalamus giganteus
grows in regions where annual rainfall is between 1000
and 1500 mm. Bamboos are not particular when it comes to
soil type. A neutral soil is better. Most importantly,
the soil must be well-drained and rich. Bamboos can also
tolerate full sun or partial shade. They have average
water needs. Keep the soil moist.
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