Dendrocalamus peculiaris (Giant Bamboo) | 5 Fresh Seeds | £3.49

An impressive, tall and upright, clump-forming bamboo (non-invasive) native to China. Growing to around 40-60 feet in height within its native provenance, it will typically reach up to 40 feet tall within temperate Europe.

The lighter green culms age to an attractive, shiny, deep-green, with hues of silver and blue.

With leaf blades eventually up to 30cm in length and culm diameter up to 15 cm, this is a real giant! The handsome, upright clumps form a beautiful, deep-green canopy of weeping foliage.

Even though some sources online will say this species can survive winter temperatures of -5°C, they don't really appreciate exposure to frost for any length of time — so winter protection using sheeting or a horticultural fleece is highly recommended.

This clumping species is also cultivated and harvested for its strong canes, frequently used within construction.

Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack

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Genus: Dendrocalamus

Species: peculiaris

English name: Giant Bamboo

Plant type: Clump-forming bamboo (non-invasive)

Eventual height: Up to 40 ft within UK and temperate Europe

Season of Interest: All seasons

Hardiness: Prefers protection from frost

Shelter: from very cold winds

Sun Exposure: Eventually full sun to partial-shade -but keep plants under 1 year old out of direct sunlight

Soil: Moist, fertile and well-drained; water well in hotter months

Propagation methods: Seeds, or division of clumps

Dendrocalamus peculiaris 🌱 Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours. Sow seeds 1cm deep within propagation compost. Keep compost evenly moist at all times at 26-32°C (80-90°F). A heated propagator is ideal. Non-heated propagators can be placed within direct sunlight in a warm room to trap in heat and humidity. Keep young plants out of direct sun for first year. Approx. germination time: from 2-3 months onwards.

Caution: Not for consumption. Choking hazard. Keep away from children & pets. Handle with care.

Please note: This species is not permitted entry into the United States or South Korea

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