Overview
Borinda grossa is a clump forming, bushy bamboos in the genus Borinda, part of the Poaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 10.0 m tall. Borinda grossa grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include architectural, patio and container plants, low maintenance and hedging and screens. It is native to East Himalaya and Tibet.
About
Borinda grossa is a clump-forming, bushy evergreen bamboo belonging to the genus Borinda, known for its canes with longitudinal ridges and soft, matte leaves. It can reach up to 10 metres in height and thrives in well-drained soils ranging from sandy to clay, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for full sun or partial shade, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and is often used for architectural purposes, hedging, screens, or as patio and container plants. This bamboo is native to the East Himalaya and Tibet and is best propagated by division in spring.
About the genus
Borinda is a genus of clumping bamboos. The genus was described in 1994 by Christopher Mark Adrian Stapleton, comprising species previously included in the genera Fargesia and Yushania.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Borinda
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Borinda grossa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bamboos
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 10.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Hedging and screens
- Native to
- East Himalaya, Tibet
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Borinda grossa
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Borinda grossa?
Borinda grossa prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Borinda grossa need?
Borinda grossa is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Borinda grossa grow?
Borinda grossa reaches a height of 10.0 m.
Is Borinda grossa hardy in the UK?
Borinda grossa has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Borinda grossa?
Division in spring.