Bengal Bamboo Seeds

Bengal Indian Timber Bamboo Seeds for Sale

• Quantity 30+ Bengal Bamboo seeds
• USDA Zones 9b-13; in colder zones if winterized
  Winterizing Bamboo for Extreme Conditions
  

  • Apply several inches of mulch at the base in Fall.
  • Plant your bamboo in a location with maximum sunlight during Winter, protected from prevailing Winter winds.
  • Plant adjacent to other shielding plantings.
  • Move pots and containers to a protected area under cover such as a shed or garage.
  • During prolonged extreme conditions, shield with fabric or other protective covering.
• Subtropical Temperate/Tropical bamboo
• Cold Hardy to 25°F / -4°C
  
• Dense Clumping bamboo seeds
• Non invasive bamboo seeds
• Height 50-65' / 15-20m
  
• Scientific name: Bambusa tulda
• Avg. Days to Germination: 3-7
• When to Germinate: Any time
• How to Germinate 
  

• Flat rate shipping
  

Indian Giant Timber Bamboo Seeds

Indian Timber Bamboo, also known by its common names Bengal Bamboo, Spineless Indian Bamboo, and Indian Giant Timber Bamboo, is a giant timber bamboo species prized for its rapid growth, strength, and versatility. At maturity, this bamboo reaches impressive heights of 50-65 feet (15-20 meters) with culms (stems) that have an average diameter of 5-10 cm. Its growth habit is densely clumping, making it manageable while still maintaining its robust structure. The culms are typically light green or greyish white when young, and the internodes measure 40-60 cm in length, with culm walls that are 10-20 mm thick, occasionally becoming solid near the base. 

Bengal Bamboo Growth Characteristics

This bamboo’s branching habit involves several clustered branches, often with 1-3 larger ones dominating the group. The leaves are slender, ranging from 7-17 cm long and 7-12 mm wide, contributing to its graceful appearance. Indian Timber Bamboo thrives in tropical and subtropical climates and requires full to partial sun exposure. It is cold hardy to 25°F (-4°C) and is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9b to 13. The preferred soil for optimal growth is loamy and alluvial, which should be fertile and well-drained, while its water needs are average.

Planting Indian Timber Bamboo

For planting, it’s recommended to space the bamboo every 3 meters for screening purposes or 5x5 meters for culm production. This species has an edibility rating of 3 out of 5, and its flowering cycle ranges between 15 to 60 years. Indian Timber Bamboo originates from a wide geographic region including Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Bengal Bamboo Uses and Applications

The uses of Indian Timber Bamboo are vast and include construction, scaffolding, furniture-making, basketry, mats, household utensils, handicrafts, paper pulp production, and windbreak applications. Its strength and adaptability make it a highly valuable resource across various industries.