Phyllostachys aurea
Golden Bamboo
Description
This bamboo will grow to about 25' tall and is drought tolerant with dense foliage.
Plant Type
Shrub, Bamboo
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Width Range
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Container, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.
Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.