Malay Dwarf Green (Bambusa heterostachya)

We stock the Green and Variegated varieties of Dwarf Malay Bamboo, each with its own practical and decorative properties, and both perfectly suited to the Australian climate. Here are some benefits of planting Dwarf Malay Bamboo at your home:

• Both species of Dwarf Malay Bamboo work well as either attractive decorative plants or hedges. The rarer Green variety does not carry lower leaves when grown in a canopy.
• Both species are sturdy and resistant to drier and colder conditions, making them the ideal low maintenance choice decorative or hedge plant.
• Both varieties will grow to between four to six metres high, with minimal leaf drop, meaning less mess to clean up.

Choosing the Perfect Dwarf Malay Bamboo for You

While similar, each variety of Dwarf Malay Bamboo has specific features that should be considered before deciding which one to plant. Both types are sturdy and require little in the way of maintenance, yet there are important differences between the two:

• The Variegated Dwarf Malay Bamboo is ideal for hedging as they provide more even and dense foliage from the ground up. The Green variety does not have lower leaves when grown in a canopy.
• The Green variety is best suited to wider spaces, while the Variegated variety can be clipped to fit in smaller areas, as small as 50cm.
• Both varieties act as excellent barriers to prevent soil erosion, but the Green variety, with its wider base would be the ideal candidate if soil erosion is an issue.

Dwarf Malay Bamboo, regardless of the specific species you choose, will make for an excellent addition to your garden, providing both aesthetic appeal and practicality.