Linearis

Pleioblastus linearis

A dense and slightly arching bamboo. Slow to grow and spread but good in full sun or shade. Makes a great hedge where more control is needed. Very attractive long dense grass-like leaves. Elegant, bold and tidy. Salt tolerant.

  • Height: 13’
  • Diameter: 1”
  • Minimum Temp: -4o F
  • Sun or Shade

Unique Identification Features

  • Shoots late
  • Pale green culm color - new culms very pale.
  • Persistant green sheaths paling to buff with no hair or setae.
  • Branches are very vertical as well as upper leaves
  • Similar to Pleoblastus gramineus which has setea.
  • Leaves measure about 8 x .5 inches