What types of bamboo can i grow in western oregon?

Question

i would like really tall and use for privacy

Answer 1

Whichever type you get to grow be sure it is well contained because bamboo is invasive and will take over your yard like the jungle took over the Aztec pyramids.

Answer 2

Those Phyllostachys are all runners. Try Fargesia species, it cold tolerant and clumping

Answer 3

Some types can width stand winter lows of -20 F.

Make sure the sun exposure will work for the plants you select. Most of the cold-hardy clumping bamboos need afternoon shade.

Phyllostachys stimulosa

Maximum Height 25 feet

Diameter: 1.5 inches

Hardiness: 0º F

http://www.bamboogarden.com/Phyllostachy...

Phyllostachys decora

Common Name: "Beautiful Bamboo"

Also known as: Phyllostachys mannii

Expected Height: 30 feet

Diameter: 2.5 inches

Hardiness: -10° F

http://www.bamboogarden.com/Phyllostachy...

Phyllostachys bissetii

Maximum Height: 30 feet, usually 20 to 25 feet

Diameter: 1 inch

Hardiness: -10° F

http://www.bamboogarden.com/Phyllostachy...