A dense, tough, robust and spreading groundcover, Dwarf White Stripe Bamboo lights up the garden with pure white and green striped young foliage that matures to cream and bluish-green in summer. A great accent or solo plant in containers. When provided shade during the afternoon, the leaves will remain brightly variegated throughout the summer. Though not necessary, cutting back old growth in the early spring will result in beautiful fresh new growth that persists throughout the year. Typically staying below 2 feet in height in our gardens, the plant spreads like other running bamboo by rhizomes almost indefinitely with regular moisture. Plants are remarkably drought tolerant once established and the vigorous spread can be limited by withholding water.