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Bissett Bamboo - 5 Gallon
SKU:
1833145
UPC:
014949112854
$109.99
- Exceptionally hardy running bamboo that quickly forms a tall, dense evergreen screen.
- Dark green foliage on ~1 in. canes delivers a lush, refined look year‑round.
- Fast growth to ~20 ft. tall with vigorous spreading via underground rhizomes.
- Thrives in full to partial sun; best contained in barriers or large, non‑perforated pots.
Bissett Bamboo (Phyllostachys bissetii) is a cold‑hardy, fast‑growing running bamboo prized for its tall, dark‑green canes and dense evergreen foliage—perfect for privacy screens, windbreaks, and bold, architectural backdrops. Give it full to partial sun and humus‑rich, well‑drained soil; water to keep the root zone evenly moist (not soggy). Because it spreads by rhizomes, plant with a proper barrier or in large containers to enjoy a beautiful, manageable bamboo grove with year‑round texture and movement.
Plant Description
Upright, spreading bamboo with tall, dark‑green culms (~1 in. diameter) and abundant evergreen leaves; valued for quick screening and strong winter presence.
Growth & Size
Rapid growth to about 20 ft. tall; spreads vigorously by underground stems (running habit). Mature height varies by climate and culture.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun. In hotter interiors, light afternoon shade helps reduce leaf scorch; in cooler climates, more sun encourages dense foliage.
Water & Soil
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Prefers humus‑rich, well‑drained soils; mulch 4–6 in. over the root zone to moderate moisture and temperature.
Hardiness
Reliable in a wide range of temperate regions; evergreen where winters are not extreme. Protect roots with mulch in harsher winter areas.
Screening & Spacing
For a dense hedge, space plants 5–8 ft. apart (closer for faster fill). Stagger rows where space allows to accelerate coverage and wind filtration.
Containment & Control
This is a running bamboo—install a rhizome barrier or plant in large, non‑perforated containers with rims above grade. Monitor perimeters and cut stray shoots at the base.
Pruning & Maintenance
Thin older culms and unwanted new shoots at ground level to reduce vigor and maintain air flow. Remove weak, crowded, or crossing canes to refine the screen.
Container Tips
Use heavy, stable pots with excellent drainage. Choose a high‑quality, moisture‑retentive but well‑drained mix; water when the top inch is just dry. Refresh the top few inches of mix annually.
Landscape Uses
Privacy screens, windbreaks, backdrop planting, and large containers. Complements water features, garden art, and Asian‑ or modern‑inspired designs.
Design Notes
Frame entries or property lines with rhythmic clumps; contrast the fine evergreen texture with bold‑leaf perennials, Japanese maples, azaleas, and peonies for layered interest.
Seasonal Care
In late winter/early spring, clean out dead or damaged culms. Re‑mulch, check barriers, and top‑dress with compost to support vigorous new growth.
- Exceptionally hardy running bamboo that quickly forms a tall, dense evergreen screen.
- Dark green foliage on ~1 in. canes delivers a lush, refined look year‑round.
- Fast growth to ~20 ft. tall with vigorous spreading via underground rhizomes.
- Thrives in full to partial sun; best contained in barriers or large, non‑perforated pots.
Bissett Bamboo (Phyllostachys bissetii) is a cold‑hardy, fast‑growing running bamboo prized for its tall, dark‑green canes and dense evergreen foliage—perfect for privacy screens, windbreaks, and bold, architectural backdrops. Give it full to partial sun and humus‑rich, well‑drained soil; water to keep the root zone evenly moist (not soggy). Because it spreads by rhizomes, plant with a proper barrier or in large containers to enjoy a beautiful, manageable bamboo grove with year‑round texture and movement.
Plant Description
Upright, spreading bamboo with tall, dark‑green culms (~1 in. diameter) and abundant evergreen leaves; valued for quick screening and strong winter presence.
Growth & Size
Rapid growth to about 20 ft. tall; spreads vigorously by underground stems (running habit). Mature height varies by climate and culture.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun. In hotter interiors, light afternoon shade helps reduce leaf scorch; in cooler climates, more sun encourages dense foliage.
Water & Soil
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Prefers humus‑rich, well‑drained soils; mulch 4–6 in. over the root zone to moderate moisture and temperature.
Hardiness
Reliable in a wide range of temperate regions; evergreen where winters are not extreme. Protect roots with mulch in harsher winter areas.
Screening & Spacing
For a dense hedge, space plants 5–8 ft. apart (closer for faster fill). Stagger rows where space allows to accelerate coverage and wind filtration.
Containment & Control
This is a running bamboo—install a rhizome barrier or plant in large, non‑perforated containers with rims above grade. Monitor perimeters and cut stray shoots at the base.
Pruning & Maintenance
Thin older culms and unwanted new shoots at ground level to reduce vigor and maintain air flow. Remove weak, crowded, or crossing canes to refine the screen.
Container Tips
Use heavy, stable pots with excellent drainage. Choose a high‑quality, moisture‑retentive but well‑drained mix; water when the top inch is just dry. Refresh the top few inches of mix annually.
Landscape Uses
Privacy screens, windbreaks, backdrop planting, and large containers. Complements water features, garden art, and Asian‑ or modern‑inspired designs.
Design Notes
Frame entries or property lines with rhythmic clumps; contrast the fine evergreen texture with bold‑leaf perennials, Japanese maples, azaleas, and peonies for layered interest.
Seasonal Care
In late winter/early spring, clean out dead or damaged culms. Re‑mulch, check barriers, and top‑dress with compost to support vigorous new growth.
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