Running Bamboo is a stunning option for Ornamental applications, they grow from a lateral rhizome and for this reason they are best grown in containers.
GREEN/GOLDEN BAMBOO Phyllostachys aurea
Variety:Running bamboo
One of the most commonly cultivated bamboos in the world. The new culms start off Green, if it is growing in a filtered light aspect they will remain this colour, if growing in full sun older culms will turn a Golden yellow hue which provides the source of inspiration for it's two common names. Green/ Golden bamboo makes a good looking screen and an excellent potted plant, however a root control barrier is recommended if planted in the ground. Height: 6m Position: light shade - sun Min temp: -20c Max culm diameter: 40mm
* Pot sizes: plants are photographed in front of a measuring culm 1.8mtrs in height, with black tie intervals every 500mm, and reflect the average dimensions for the particular price. There are some variants between plants.
BLACK BAMBOO Phyllostachys nigra
Variety:Running bamboo
The culms and branches are at first dark green, turning to a deep solid black. The green leaves contrast strikingly with the jet black culms. This plant makes a stunning potted specimen and looks nice anywhere in the garden. Also makes a good screen between neighbouring properties. Black bamboo requires a root control barrier when planted in the ground.
Height: 6m Position: light shade - sun: Min temp: -20c Max culmdiameter: 50mm
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