Sasa palmata nebulosa - 10-15 CM C2

Description
With its dark green leaf colouring, the Broad-leaved bamboo 'Nebulosa' (Sasa palmata) is a decorative design element in the garden, which stands out with its palm-like growth. It prefers sunny to shady, sheltered locations with well-drained soil. Under favourable conditions, this hardy bamboo reaches a height of approx. 2 m and grows up to 4 m wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Arundinaria palmata, Sasa palmata nebulosa.

Bulletpoints
* edible * tolerates pruning

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Broad-leaved bamboo 'Nebulosa's are dark green, yellow-veined, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Broad-leaved bamboo 'Nebulosa' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad-leaved bamboo 'Nebulosa' is a palm-like growing bamboo that can reach a height of 1.5 - 2 metres and a width of 2.5 - 4 metres. It usually grows 20 - 40 cm per year.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
In harsh locations, sun protection is only recommended in the event of frost.

Root
Sasa palmata 'Nebulosa' is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.