Arrow Bamboo | Pseudosasa japonica
These canes hit the mark
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Europe
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The highlights
- Spreading bamboo canes
- Grows up to 6m (can be kept shorter)
- Evergreen leaves, khaki green culms (running)
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
Description
- Arrow bamboo (also known as metake) is an exceptional variety, producing upright green culms which spread somewhat with age. This vigorous grower can reach six metres in height, though it can easily be pruned to fit smaller spaces.
- An evergreen plant, arrow bamboo is perfect for those gardens in search for greater year-round interest. The large green leaves can reach almost 30cm in length, while the canes boast an appealing khaki or olive hue.
- Amongst the most shade-tolerant of bamboos, this variety is an excellent options for those gardens not fortunate enough to be blessed with countless hours of sunshine each day.
- Some say the bamboo is named as such because Japanese samurai used to use the plant's strong, stiff culms to create arrow shafts. An alternative theory is that it's the plant's foliage that earned it the name, the long leaves culminating in a point just like an arrowhead.
- Pseudosasa japonica has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit (AGM) in recognition of its stellar performance in British gardens.
What To Expect
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How To Grow
Good pest and disease resistance
Rarely affected by diseases but can experience problems with slugs.
Water regularly
Bamboo plants need regular watering, particularly when establishing and during hot, dry spells.
Full sun to partial shade
Pseudosasa bamboos are among the most shade-tolerant bamboos, and will typically grow best in a partially shaded spot.
Any moist, well-drained soil
Bamboo plants grow best in rich soil that drains well but retains a bit of moisture. So long as your soil isn't waterlogged or severely dry, though, your plant should grow nicely.
Feed in spring
While bamboo plants can get away without additional feeding when planted in fertile soil, those plants grown in poor soil will appreciate a springtime feed with general fertiliser, while container-grown bamboo plants should be fed with liquid feed throughout the growing season.
Planting Calendar
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Our plants are grown in the UK
Specialist UK growers we know and trust grow your plants the traditional way, with organic fertiliser and biological pest control. They pick only the healthiest plants for you, professionally pruning them so that they’ll grow strong and well shaped.
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Your plants are sent to you fresh from the field in our plastic free box that’s specially designed to hold them tight, then securely delivered by specialist plant couriers - straight from the grower to your garden within 24 hours.
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We want your plants to have a long and healthy life. Expect easy-to-follow grow guides and videos devised by our team of experts.
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