Bambusa multiplex var. riviereorum 'Green Giant' Clumping Bamboo n22 dark green leaves on prickly

dark green leaves on prickly stems that retain their color through fall

which is why ‘Kurabu yama’ translates from Japansese to English as “Crab Mountain”

this selection gets green quinces that ripen to bright golden yellow providing more interest

When this Japanese maple leafs out

Bambusa multiplex var. riviereorum 'Green Giant' Clumping Bamboo n22 dark green leaves on pricklyBambusa multiplex var. riviereorum 'Green Giant' Compact, Clumping Bamboo Zones 8 10 Green Giant or Chinese Goddess (Bambusa multiplex var. riviereorum) is a compact, slow spreading clumping bamboo with fine, weeping, fernlike foliagethe smallest leaves of any bamboo we offer. More stable than 'Fernleaf', it's ideal for containers, indoor use, or protected outdoor areas. In about 10 years, it typically reaches up to 6 ft tall and 34 ft wide. Fantastic