Bamboo - Chusquea gigantea (Canada Only)

Common Name: Giant Chilean Bamboo

Exposure: Full sun to full shade

Height: 6.0-8.0 m (20-26')

Spread: 4.0 m (13') or more

Water: Average, moist, well drained soil

Hardiness: Zones 7-9

Zone: 7

Deer Resistant: Rarely damaged by deer

Drought Tolerant: Not drought tolerant

Characteristics: Large, upright, clumping, evergreen bamboo, Forms large groves in it's native South America., Can be used to create barriers and hedges, Mulch to keep roots cool, particularly in full sun