Golden Bamboo
Phyllostachys aurea
SKU
1142
Dense branches of dark green foliage on stiff, erect polished culms; bright green at first, aging to brilliant yellow in color. Spreads by underground runners to form beautiful hedges or specimens. Excellent tub plants. Evergreen. Full to partial sun. Fast-growing to 10 feet tall and more, spread indefinite. Division. Running.
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7 - 11 Change
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | fil-oh-STAY-kis AW-ree-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Quickly reaches 10 ft. tall, spreading vigorously by underground stems. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | Bamboo is among the primary signature plants of Asian inspired gardens. It is also equally at home in tropical island design themes. In the landscape it can be used as a clump of vertical poles for a columnar element or planted in mass for a fast growing barrier, screen or privacy hedge between properties. The running nature of this plant requires root containment, but planted and pruned properly, the aging golden culms make a beautiful backdrop in your garden oasis. Bamboo is quite adaptable to containers provided it is given adequate water and nitrogen to sustain vigorous growth and an overall lush appearance. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Erosion Control, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Naturalizes Well, Tolerates Wet Soils, Year-round Interest, Fast Growing, Pet Friendly, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Key Feature | Attractive Privacy Screen |
Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soils. Spreads by rhizomes and can become invasive; best contained in a non-perforated pot with the lip above soil level. Protect root zone with a 4 to 6-inch layer of mulch to protect in harsh winter regions. Remove older canes and new shoots at the base to thin and reduce vigor.
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