6 Different types of Bamboo in 2025

We often get asked about the types of bamboo we grow, and what they're best used for. With six different types of bamboo to choose from - it can get pretty confusing! First things first - it's best to choose a non invasive clumping bamboo wholesale plants melbourne (that's what we grow).These varieties are great for adding beauty and privacy to your garden without the risk of spreading uncontrollably. However, if you notice bamboo leaves turning yellow, it could be a sign of stress, often caused by issues like overwatering, poor drainage, or nutrient deficiencies. It's important to monitor the health of your bamboo to ensure it thrives in your garden.

Here's the differences between them.

List of 6 Bamboo plants in Melbourne

1. Bambusa textilis Gracillis
2. Bambusa textilis Gracillis useful for screening in a narrow spaceHeight : Mature Height 7mBest For : screening in a narrow spaceWeather:
3. Oldhamii
4. Oldhamii is a very fast growing and hardy bamboo with large leaves.Height : Up to 15mBest for: Tall screensWeather: Grows in both sun or shade.
5. Gracilis
6. Gracilis our most popular screening bamboo.Height : Up to 6m in heightBest for: ScreeningFeatures: Extremely vertical growth, very graceful and greenGrows: Grows in sun and part shade.
7. Timor Black
8. Timor black is a beautiful plant with dark culms, a rarity in the plant world.Height : 10-15m in heightBest for: Unique screensFeatures: Black and brown culms
9. Himalayan Weeping
10. Himalayan weeping looks nothing like a classic bamboo.Height : Up to 3m in heightBest for: Growing in containers and plantersFeatures: Graceful pendulous clumps and fine sprays of long bright green leavesWeather : Cold Tolerant
11. Nepalese Blue
12. A beautiful bamboo with a blue tinge.Height : 3m - 5m in heightBest for: Smaller gardens and potsFeatures: Delicate Arching polesWeather : Great for houses that don't get much sun
13. Tiger Grass
14. A fast growing, lush clumping grass that looks like small tropical bamboo.Height : Up to 2.5mBest for: Subtropical designsFeatures: Fast growing and clumpingWeather : Dormant in winter and love water.

We've got all of these growing at the moment! If you'd like some, just check out our price list or give us a ring on (03) 9859 9190.

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