Landscape uses: Hedge, 1-storey screen, 2-story screen, multi-story screen, feature plant

Unique plant features: Green straight poles that turn golden as they are older, upright poles, #1 best seller for screening, hardy

Good for pots and troughs?: Yes

Position loves: Full sun to part shade

Hardy to: -12°C, drought tolerant once established

Gracilis can be easily pruned to any height from 1m up to its mature height. Culms are useful for craft and weaving. Requires over half a metre for a garden bed.

Recommended planting for Gracilis is 75cm-1.2m distance between plants.

For colour bond fences, we recommend one plant in front of the post, and then one plant between each post (or two between each post if you're not patient and want quick screening).

Mature height: Gracilis grows 6-8m in tropical climates, and 5-6m in southern climates (South of Sydney).

Hedging: Gracilis can be hedged from 1m tall to keep it pruned to your prefered height. Can also be 'under=pruned' to make the culms/poles stand out more.

Typical pole diameter: 3-5cm.

Bamboo Plant Shape: Upright & straight making it great for walkways and skinny garden beds (as little as 20cm wide).

Welcome to the world of cultivating the Gracilis Slender Weaver Bamboo! This planting guide is your essential companion to ensure the successful growth and flourishing beauty of this remarkable bamboo variety in your outdoor space.

1. Location Selection:
Choose a location that receives partial to full sunlight, providing the Gracilis Slender Weaver Bamboo with the light it needs to thrive. While it can tolerate a range of soil types, well-draining soil is preferred to prevent waterlogging.

2. Prepare the Soil:
If you are worried about the nutrients in your soil you can mix organic compost or well-rotted manure into the soil before planting. This enriches the soil with nutrients and improves its drainage properties.

3. Planting Depth:
Dig a hole the same size as the pot. Place the bamboo's root ball in the hole at the same level it was planted in its original container. Gently backfill the hole with soil, ensuring that the bamboo remains upright.

4. Water:
Water the bamboo thoroughly after planting to settle the soil and eliminate air pockets around the roots. Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the establishment period. As the bamboo matures, it will become more drought-tolerant.

5. Mulch:
Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the bamboo. This helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weed growth.

6. Maintain:
While the Gracilis Slender Weaver Bamboo is known for its slender form, occasional pruning can help maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged canes. Prune during the late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.

7. Fertilise:
Feed your bamboo with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring. This provides the necessary nutrients for healthy growth.

NOTE - Consider a Root Barrier:
If you're concerned about your bamboo moving too close to a joint fence line, or for narrow spaces, installing a root barrier is a good solution. Insert a sturdy landscape root barrier along the side of the hole facing the fence (see our separate article or contact us for more information). This barrier will help guide the bamboo's roots lineal to form your hedge and prevent any potential interaction with the neighbours fence.

Happy gardening!

Options for delivery:

200mm pots - by courier box (1m tall box) - order through the website. For larger orders we hand deliver from Brisbane - Sydney each month.

300mm pots & 45L bags - Van drop or by pallet for larger orders. Please contact us with your address for a no-obligations shipping quote.