Oldhamii Bamboo
Scientific Name: Bambusa Oldhamii
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: Between 6-12 Metre
- Large Dark Green Leaves
- Thick Culms
- Fast growing with relatively tight footprint
20cm PoT
1 mEtRE
$54 25cm PoT
2 mEtRE
$95 33cm PoT
3 mEtRE
$175 40cm PoT
3.5 mEtRE
$340 50cm PoT
3-5 mEtRE
$480
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This is the classic bamboo—big, bold, and perfect for high screening or showcasing large, solid culms. Oldhamii Bamboo is a rapid grower that reaches impressive heights while maintaining a relatively compact footprint.
Its upright stance is complemented by dense, lush, dark green foliage.
In Melbourne, this large bamboo suits any suburban garden with space for medium-sized trees. Unlike trees, Oldhamii Bamboo can be thinned to fit a smaller area while still soaring to 10 meters.
For narrow beds, we recommend a width of at least 600mm with sturdy borders. Its fibrous roots won’t cause damage like tree roots, but its powerful new shoots demand caution due to the plant’s size.
Check Our Bamboo Varieties
At Red Cloud Bamboo, we offer both clumping and running bamboo varieties suitable for a variety of landscaping needs. Clumping bamboos grow in dense clusters and are contained within the root zone, making them a great option for smaller gardens and containers. They require less maintenance while providing an attractive addition. Meanwhile, our running bamboos spread more rapidly both above and below ground. Without proper confinement, they can become invasive. However, running bamboos are well-suited for privacy screening when contained appropriately. Both bamboo types add an elegant natural element to landscapes when planted in optimised conditions.
