Pleioblastus pygmaeus 'Distichus'

green carpet bamboo

Family	Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	15 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Spread	0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to neutral

Description	This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses	Container and ground cover.
Special Characteristics	This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions	When planning your garden, take into consideration that Pleioblastus pygmaeus 'Distichus' (green carpet bamboo) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.