Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis - Bamboo

Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis is a medium-sized bamboo. Striking in appearance, its culms are often zigzag-shaped at their bases, and are alternately yellow and green striped. They turn purple in the sun.

Originating from China, the habit of Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis is erect. It bears rough stems, 3 cm to 4 cm (1.2 in to 1.6 in) in diameter, adorned with medium-sized green leaves. Its growth is relatively fast. Of medium size, it can reach a height of 4.5 m to 7.5 m in a few years. Perfectly hardy, it can resist temperatures down to -22° C (-7.6° F). However, in case of snowfall, remember to clear its culms by shaking them.

Bamboos are not demanding plants, they thrive in full sun or partial shade, in any garden soil. However, their growth rate and maximum height will be conditioned by the quality and moisture content of the soil. Ideally, plant them in an acidic or neutral, light, fresh and well-drained soil.

Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis is a spreading bamboo: the installation of a rhizome barrier is essential to prevent it from spreading beyond the space you have reserved for it.

A star of Asian-inspired gardens, bamboo suits many styles, from the most modern to the most traditional. Planted in mass, it allows you to quickly create small, exotic forests. Its striking appearance brings beautiful vertica elements to contemporary gardens. Its fast growth also makes it an excellent plant for managing privacy in crowded spaces. The cultivation of Phyllostachys aureosulcata Spectabilis is possible in pots, so you can use it on a terrace as a green screen to create intimate spaces.

Bamboo can also be planted in isolation. In a flower bed, it blends well with many plants. We recommend creating an exotic and lush garden by planting this bamboo alongside Hakonechloa macra, Astilboides tabularis or even Hostas.

Did you know? Bamboos belong to the large family of Poaceae, like wheat or even couch grass, with which they share their rhizomatous character. Indeed, bamboo is a very special type of plant, which could be likened to a giant woody grass.