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Long Sheath Bamboo

Dendrocalamus longispathus, Poaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Mulch MakerWindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Umbrella SedgeCyperus involucratus
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Arctic RushJuncus arcticus
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Little Millet GrassPanicum sumatrense
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Sand SpikerushEleocharis montevidensis

Giant bamboo produces allelochemicals and creates dense shade that severely inhibits small sedge species

Uses

Functions

Biomass ProductionErosion ControlPrivacy ScreenConstruction Material

Edible Parts

Shoots

Common Questions

What zones does Long Sheath Bamboo grow in?

Long Sheath Bamboo grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Long Sheath Bamboo?

Good companions for Long Sheath Bamboo include Umbrella Sedge, Arctic Rush, Little Millet Grass.

Design guilds with Long Sheath Bamboo and see companion relationships visually.

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