Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica
Pseudosasa japonica

Pseudosasa japonica

Arrow Bamboo, Metake

(9 customer reviews)

£29.95

An extremely robust and vigorous running bamboo that produces arching canes of large, heavy and glossy deep-green leaves, adding a lush jungle-like air to the garden.

Pseudosasa japonica, known as Arrow Bamboo, is a particularly popular choice for its tolerance of a wide range of conditions, growing in full sun to shade and in most soil conditions.

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Origin: Japan, S. Korea
Genus: Pseudosasa
Species / Cultivar: japonica
Common Name: Arrow Bamboo, Metake
Synonym: Arundinaria japonica

Plant Biography

Native to South Korea and Japan, in the wild it grows in damp woodland areas, frequently found forming dense thickets in open areas.

It its native surroundings in China it has been used in traditional medicine for asthma and coughs, and the leaves have even been used as an aphrodisiac.

In the garden, smaller canes are often plaited together for use as screening. The culms make an excellent wind break for windy gardens as they slow windspeeds without creating turbulence.

Pseudosasa japonica
Soil: Moisture Retaining
Soil that drains at a slower rate due to higher organic matter content.
Growth Rate: Fast
Expect to see prolific growth, especially during growing season.
Water Requirement: High
Likely to require supplementary watering in warmer months, even once established.
Maintenance: Low
Minimal skill or input needed beyond the basics, a very independent plant.
Situation: Full Sun to Part Shade
Enjoys direct sun most of the day, but tolerant of fewer sunlit hours or light dappling.
Eventual Height: 5m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 2m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Will survive unprotected outdoors in most areas of the UK, even in the harshest winters.
Habit: Evergreen
Always in leaf throughout the year. It won't lose all its leaves at any one time.

Expert Tip

Unusually for bamboo, Arrow Root is tolerant of salty sea air which makes it a great choice for planting in a coastal garden.
Care & Size Guidance

Care & Size Guidance

Pseudosasa japonica is a very tolerant bamboo, useful for creating screens in shaded areas against fences or under the shade of trees. It’s also suitable for container growing.

Pseudosasa japonica absolutely requires installation of root barrier to prevent it from becoming invasive, which you can find in the Accessories category.
Was a little dubious ordering a plant unseen, however I neednt have worried. My bamboo came on schedule, very well packaged and much better, bigger and healthier than I could have expected. Very happy customer and already recommended The Palm Centre to family and friends

Wayne F.

Was a little dubious ordering a plant unseen, however I neednt have worried. My bamboo came on schedule, very well packaged and much better, bigger and healthier than I could have expected. Very happy customer and already recommended The Palm Centre to family and friends

9 customer reviews for Pseudosasa japonica

Lovely healthy bamboo, well packaged and delivered on time. Will order more plants from this site.

Sharon Brandon (verified owner) –

Was a little dubious ordering a plant unseen, however I neednt have worried.

My bamboo came on schedule, very well packaged and much better, bigger and healthier than I could have expected.

Very happy customer and already recommended The Palm Centre to family and friends

Wayne F. –

Plant arrived in April 2020 as indicated by the Centre, being packed well and in good condition. In May it has flourished in tis tub and new shoots are already a foot tall.

Andrew F. –

Really lovely plant, swift and safe delivery. Many thanks!

David –

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