Phyllostachys Heteroclada (Water Bamboo)

Origin: China

Height: 6 metres

Hardiness: - 21 degrees celcius; Zone 6a

Exposure: Sun or Part Shade

Use: This plant is very tolerant of waterlogged soils

This plant is known as the Water Bamboo due to its ability to grow in waterlogged soils owing to the air channels present in its roots.

Water Bamboo is fairly open but it has an overall clumping habit. The canes are a silvery grey when young and can be planted in a shady area to 'light it up'. When planted against the Black Bamboo a fantastic contrast can be achieved.