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Climate zone map

ZONE 4 - have winter temperature ranging from -30 F to -20 F
ZONE 5 - have winter temperature ranging from -20 F to -10 F
ZONE 6 - have winter temperature ranging from -10 F to 0 F
ZONE 7 - have winter temperature ranging from -0 F to +10 F
ZONE 8 - have winter temperature ranging from +10 F to +20 F

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Sasa - Small cold hardy running bamboo with large leaves with a tropical look.

Sasa palmata -'PALMATA BAMBOO'
(Nebulosa)
Fast spreader in USDA Climate Zone 7.

Plant introduction number (PI) into the U.S. 75169

Average mature size . 5" x 7' Hardy to -5 F
Prefers Shaded Sites

This little bamboo from Japan really adds the tropical feel to any garden. Its leaves are arranged in a palm shaped fashion. With its leaves measuring up to 15 inches long by 2.5 inches wide, it is a great addition to any garden. Handles all planting sites with wind and drought conditions not being a problem. Young shoots can be eaten and the foliage is highly used in decorations. I have two reports back now from 4 year plantings in zone 5 that is one has remained evergreen to -10 to -15 degrees.

At this time I still would recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer.

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2 gallon - $30
Limited, but currently available

3 gallon - $40
Good inventory currently available

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Large Field dug divisions $80

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Sasa cernua

This one was raised from seeds and is very limited.

2 gallon - $55
Currently available

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Sasa tsuboiana

Average mature size . 2 " x 10' Hardy to -8 F
Prefers Shaded Sites

I prefer this little bamboo over Sasa Palmata. It looks great with similar growth habits while remaining shorter in height. This over looked Japanese bamboo that has large leaves which are dark green. It is so hardy it adapts to heavy sun light areas as well as shaded sites. In colder climates, it acts like a ground cover staying one to two feet in height. Great bamboo and easy to maintain.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 5 and warmer.

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2 gallon --$35 call

3 gallon - $45
Currently available

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Sasa vetchii

'KUMA-ZASA BAMBOO'

Average mature size . 5" x 5' Hardy to -4 F
Prefers Shaded Sites

The foliage of this one is its lure. From Japan this bamboo has large leaves that turn white along the margins in the fall while the rest of the leaf stays green. From south west Honsku, Japan this species is widely used in gardens now. Its winter foliage is breathe taking. Plant this one in the shade and it can handle a lot of moisture. Difficult to transplant this one, so availability is generally very limited.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer.

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2 gallon - $30 sold out

3 gallon - $50

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Sassella - Small running cold hardy bamboo

Sassella bitchuensis

Average mature size . 25" x 6' Hardy to 0 F
Prefers Shaded Sites

This species is native to east Honshu, Japan. It has large dark green leaves is used mostly for ground cover. The wide dense foliage shades out other grasses and weeds beneath the bamboo. This little bamboo is noted and identified by its densely hairy culm leaf sheaths or coverings.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer.

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2 gallon - $30
3 gallon - $40

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Sassella masamuneana albostriata

'ALBOSTRIATA BAMBOO'

(Sassella glabra )

Average mature size . 25" x 6' Hardy to 0 F
Prefers Shaded Sites

This species is very attractive with variegated leaves of green with creamy stripes.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer. Click on the picture for more info or larger image.

2 gallon - $30 call

3 gallon - $40
Currently available

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Sassella masamuneana
(Typical nonvarigated)

Average mature size . 25" x 6' Hardy to 0 F
Prefers partly shaded sites

This species is very attractive with thick dark green leaves. Here in zone 7 it is a fast growing species.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer.

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2 gallon - $30 call

3 gallon - $40
Currently available

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

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Sassella ramosa

Average mature size .25" x 6' Hardy to -5 F
Handles Sun and shade

A very vigorous runner is ideal for erosion control. Makes a grove in no time and is said to be the prevalent species of ground cover in Japan. These go fast and I just now have a few more to offer.

I recommend this species for USDA Climate Zones 6 and warmer.

2 gallon - $35
Limited, but currently available

Shipping & Handling - 2 gal. and 3 gal. $10.00 (UPS ground)

Here at our bamboo farm, located 40 miles west of Birmingham, Alabama
I have record the below temperatures:

23 degrees F. recorded at our nursery 05:42 am Dec. 6th. 2005 USDA Zone 7a
20 degrees F. recorded at our nursery 04:40 am Dec. 20th. 2005 USDA Zone 7a
22 degrees F. recorded at our nursery 03:40 am Feb. 10th. 2005 USDA Zone 7a
23 degrees F. recorded at our nursery 05:40 am Feb. 13th. 2005 USDA Zone 7a
13 degrees F. recorded at our nursery 04:30 am Jan. 3rd and 4th. 2008 USDA Zone 7a

Guarantee: If you are not satisfied with the plant within 30 days, return it for a full
refund of the bamboo price excluding all S&H charges. We do not assume any
responsibility for the usage or control of bamboo in your landscape.
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THE ABOVE SPECIES ARE AVAILABLE IN SOME SIZES AT THE PRESENT. FOR A DETAIL MENU OF THE PLANTS WE ARE GROWING PLEASE CLICK HERE: Detailed List of Bamboo We Grow
Easy way to campare sizes and temperatures.
Field Specimens - This plant size is too large to be shipped UPS. Arrangements can be made for large orders to be delivered if you cannot pick them up at the nursery. Special arrangements can be made for deliveries exceeding the 300 mile radius. A minimum two week notice is needed prior to pick up or delivery on available stock. Custom orders take 4 to 8 weeks depending on the species and season. A 20% non-refundable deposit must be prepaid prior to delivery. Full payment is required on delivery. Certified check, money order or cash are the only methods of payment on delivery. Shipping is $10.00 per plant on 2 and 3 gallon size plants. Each species is different, therefore, the height of a shrub, ground cover or timber bamboo species will all be very different. All bamboo are field dug divisions. Each is held for at least a month to ensure that the bamboo is stabilized and ready for transplant. If we have your bamboo in stock, it will go out our next available shipping date. If not in stock, we can dig your order and hold it until it is stable to ship. The height and diameter will vary according to the species you select. You can e-mail for further information on your plant selections.

Gift Certificates available for any occasion to give this beautiful plant to friends and relatives. We will, to the best of our knowledge, provide you with a suitable species for your climate one. However, we do not assume any responsibility for the usage or control of bamboo in your landscape. Note: Please e-mail before ordering to ensure that the species you need is available.
At certain time of the year, some species are unavailable due to supply and demand.

Contact us: 205-686-5728 Cell: 205-292-0536 E-mail: roger@lewisbamboo.com

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