Bambusa vulgaris --Buddha Belly Dwarf Clumping Bamboo--

Dwarf Buddha Belly Bamboo grows up to 15 feet without trimming, with 3 inch “knobby culms”, that give the bamboo its name. Striking and ornamental, this variety should be grown in container so it can be protected from hard freezes, as it is only hardy to 27 degrees.
If kept warm and humid, this species is reliable and consistent in producing swollen internodes (bellies).
Clumping bamboo is an underappreciated gem. It grows fast, looks great, and has endless uses—think strong building materials, eco-friendly fabrics, and more. It’s sustainable and tough, yet people still overlook it. Some fear the spreading kind, but clumping bamboo? It’s a different story—beautiful, manageable, and worth a second look.
To ensure maximum cold hardiness regularly (every couple of months or more) add a rich compost or mulch to the existing corms. This will also create rapid tight growth of the clump of canes. And though bamboos are very drought tolerant, keep in mind the more water, both through the root system as well as spraying the foliage will keep it looking lush, and tropical and helps to maintain a peaceful mind.