Bambusa textilis Gracilis
Tasmania’s absolute best choice for creating a screen to cover between 2 and 6 metres in height. It’s versatility comes from its acceptance of trimming to your desired height. Unlike most bamboo species that tend to grow in a fan pattern, Gracilis’ growth is very upright and its natural footprint of one metre, makes it the number one choice for suburban yards. Once again its versatility allows for planting out in narrower beds (400mm min), making it ideal for between driveways and fences. If you’re REALLY pushed for space, good old Mr Versatility is also suited to growing in pots or troughs but be aware that restricting its growth space will naturally restrict its maximum height.