About

An ornamental grass, reaching 30-150cm, with a fountain-like habit of narrow leaves. It bears ornamental plumes.

About the genus

Yushania are tall, evergreen bamboos of open, clumping habit but with rhizomes and spreading in favourable conditions. Forms large colonies of erect stems bearing narrow leaves

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting, gravel gardens

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained soil in full sun
PruningCut back in late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceRust in humid conditions