Phyllostachys aureos. 'Aureocaulis' - 80-100 CM C5

Description
The Yellow groove bamboo 'Aureocaulis' (Phyllostachys aureosulcata) with its medium green leaf colouring and golden yellow stems is a decorative design element in the garden, which can be used as a free-growing hedge with its upright, loose and runner-forming growth. Sunny to semi-shady locations with well-drained and nutrient-rich soil are preferred. In favourable conditions, this hardy bamboo reaches a height of approx. 5 m and grows up to 5 m wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Phyllostachys aureosulcata f. aureocaulis.

Bulletpoints
* tolerates pruning

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Yellow groove bamboo 'Aureocaulis's are medium green, lanceolate.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Yellow groove bamboo 'Aureocaulis' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Yellow groove bamboo 'Aureocaulis' is an upright, loose and runner-forming bamboo that can reach a height of 3 - 5 m and a width of 2.5 - 5 m. Rapidly growing. Generally grows 1 - 2 m per year.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Use
Privacy screen, group planting, ornamental shrub, hedge

Stems
Yellow groove bamboo 'Aureocaulis' is characterised by its golden yellow stems.

Root
Stoloniferous.