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Sasa hayatae

Maximum height: 3 ft.
(More often 2ft. for us)
Maximum diameter: .125 in.
(More often < .125 in.)
Minimum temperature: -10ºF
(The roots are at least 10ºF more hardy.)

Species in this genus are usually dug in the early spring. Orders for species in this genus should be placed before April.

Sasa hayatae in the summer

Sasa hayatae during autumn

This groundcover bamboo adds autumn color with seasonal pseudo-variegation. The variegated appearance that happens in the autumn is due to the cells in the edges of the leaves bursting in response to shorter daylight hours.