About
An ornamental Phyllostachys grass, forming an elegant clump. Movement and texture add interest. 'Flavescens Inversa' rewards with dependable performance.
About the genus
Phyllostachys are attractive, large, evergreen bamboos with running rhizomes, although in cool temperate climates may initially behave like clump-forming genera. Canes grooved on alternate sides between the nodes, with usually two leafy branches at each node
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting, containers.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Cut back late winter.
PruningCut old growth to base in late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.