Overview
Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' is a clump forming, spreading branched bamboos in the genus Thamnocalamus, part of the Poaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and sub-tropical.
About
Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' is a robust, clump-forming evergreen bamboo cultivar known for its spreading branched habit. Like others in the Thamnocalamus genus, it features sturdy, hollow stems that may have a waxy, bluish-white coating, supporting small greyish-green leaves. This cultivar thrives in well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best propagated by division of established clumps in spring, with interest through spring, summer, and autumn.
About the genus
Thamnocalamus is a genus of clumping bamboo in the grass family. These species are found from the Himalayas as well as Madagascar and Southern Africa.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thamnocalamus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bamboos
- Habit
- Clump forming, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Sub-tropical
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division of established clumps in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund'?
Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' need?
Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' hardy in the UK?
Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Thamnocalamus crassinodus 'Gosainkund'?
Propagate by division of established clumps in spring.