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Bamboo Varietals


Below is a list of all known varietals for Bamboo. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.


Varietal Name Description Soil Texture pH Range Organic Matter Salinity Level Hardiness Zone Humidity Water (in/wk) Primary Nutrient
Black Bamboo An ornamental running bamboo species that develops distinctive black culms as it matures. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 11B High 1 - 2 Potassium (K)
Fargesia A genus of clumping bamboos, popular in landscaping for their non-invasive growth habit. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 11B High 1 - 2 Potassium (K)
Golden Bamboo A common running bamboo known for its golden-colored stalks and compressed culm nodes. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 11B High 1 - 2 Potassium (K)
Moso Bamboo A large, timber bamboo species known for its fast growth and edible shoots. It is a running bamboo. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 11B High 1 - 2 Potassium (K)
River Cane A bamboo species native to the southeastern United States, historically used by Native Americans for crafts. Sandy Loam 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 11B High 1 - 2 Potassium (K)