Sunburst or Asian lemon

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Adam A
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Sunburst or Asian lemon

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I am in zone 9a, they both seem to tolerate temps here. Would be mostly for ornamental. Which one looks the best in your opinion. Color, size, shape, number of shoots?
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Re: Sunburst or Asian lemon

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Purely my opinion, B. Pervariabilis viridistriata (sunburst) is a more appealing plant with regards to overall appearance. It’s culms are larger in diameter, taller and the plant is a bit less bushy as the leaves are smaller. It’s not as quick to mature as B. Eutuldoides Viridivittata (Asian lemon) If I was looking for a specimen or a focal point, Sunburst. If I was looking for a fast growing, bushy screen, Asian lemon. Just my opinion. I have a lot of Asian lemon in the ground and it does well even without being watered. If you take care of it, it shoots like crazy.
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