How to Grow and Care for Broad-leaved bamboo

Broad-leaved bamboo originated in Japan but is now cultivated in many parts of the world. It is a valuable garden plant for creating privacy screens and dense hedges. In Asia, the large leaves are used for wrapping food and decorating dinner plates.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Broad-leaved bamboo

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil

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Varieties of Broad-leaved bamboo

Broad-leaved bamboo 'Nebulosa'

Broad-leaved bamboo 'Nebulosa' is a member of a low-growing bamboo family that has characteristically broad leaves. This hybrid has leaves with brownish-black mottled markings which seem indistinct, or nebulous. The parent plant, in contrast, has plain green leaves. This wide-leafed bamboo is ideal for ground cover.

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