Howdy folks.
I have a nice grove of bamboo behind a 3-sided barrier at my current house, but we're moving to a new place that has a smaller yard. So, I need a bamboo in garden zone 7b (near Hershey, PA) that is about 8-12 feet tall (else it will shade the garden). Ideally, the bamboo would be fairly erect.
So far, I've thought about japonica and arundinaria gigatea. How tall will those get in my climate and how well will they do behind a 360-degree barrier? Aggression? Other recommendations?
I'll appreciate any guidance you can offer.
Recommendation for 8-12 ft bamboo for screen in zone 7b
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Re: Recommendation for 8-12 ft bamboo for screen in zone 7b
I think Bissetii would be the best for screening. If you're concerned about the barrier, try growing it in a raised bed.