Re: bamboo

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• To: g*@hort.net
• Subject: Re: [CHAT] bamboo
• From: E*@aol.com
• Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 21:33:33 EST

Chris,

I like the foliage & berries of heavenly bamboo (Nandina), but I really 
wanted a bamboo for the look of the canes more than the foliage.  I'd like a bamboo 
with a larger diameter cane (clum?) than a smaller one.  Something like an 
1/2 inch to an inch in diameter.  I've read that the stems of Nandina are "cane 
like" but how much do they really resemble bamboo canes?  I can't tell from 
the pics I have seen online.  Do you have any pics of your Nandinas?

Eva
Long Island, NY
Zone 6/7

"We don't do enough to exploit renewable energy resources."
Me

In a message dated 1/25/2004 6:15:39 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
chris@widom-assoc.com writes:
Eva,

Why don't you try heavenly bamboo (Nandina) instead?  You will get the
look of a small tree or shrub without the invasive quality of bamboo. I
have a few varieties.  NANDINA 'PLUM PASSION' has lovely purple foliage
and attractive berries. It's perfect for a small property!

Chris
Long Island, NY
Zone 7

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