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Pseudosasa japonica - Metake Bamboo

Pseudosasa japonica
Arrow Bamboo

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Species with moderate suckering habit, growing in dense clumps, Pseudosasa japonica is a bamboo with decorative foliage, probably the one that most evokes Asia.
Height at maturity
4 m
Spread at maturity
2 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

The Pseudosasa japonica is a bamboo with decorative foliage, probably the one that most evokes Asia. It is a moderately suckering and very hardy species, running but not too invasive.

 

Originating from Japan and Korea, Pseudosasa japonica is a very hardy bamboo, moderately suckering, with an upright habit and drooping tips, grown in dense clumps.

The canes of the bamboo Metake are stiff, very thin, and tender green. Of medium size, it often reaches 4m (13.1ft) in height and can grow up to 6m (19.7ft) in hot regions.

The evergreen, dark green leaves, are very elongated and shiny. Grow it as a solitary clump in the background of a flower bed, in a pot or as a hedge, where you will appreciate the density of its canes.

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Pseudosasa japonica - Metake Bamboo (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 4 m
Spread at maturity 2 m
Habit fastigiate, upright
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time January

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Pseudosasa

Species

japonica

Family

Gramineae

Other common names

Arrow Bamboo

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Planting and care

The Pseudosasa japonica appreciates partial shade, although it tolerates the sun. Avoid excessively dry exposures as it dislikes intense sun and drought. Reserve a shaded spot for it, especially in the south. Plant this bamboo in rich, moist, rather heavy soil that retains water well. Plant in spring in northern regions or autumn in the south. Keep watered in a pot, especially when the foliage is very abundant. This bamboo tolerates pruning well. Slugs can devour young shoots. Bamboo grown as a hedge can be trimmed with shears in summer, typically in August-September.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Type of use Border, Free-standing, Container, Hedge
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, rather heavy

Care

Pruning instructions Prune the old canes out in late winter.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March to April
Soil moisture Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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