Phyllostachys aureos. 'Spectabilis' - 250-300 CM C15

Description
The Golden groove bamboo 'Spectabilis' (Phyllostachys aureosulcata) with its medium green leaf colouring and yellow-green stems is a decorative design element in the garden, which can be used as a free-growing hedge with its upright 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. 7 m and grows up to 4 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* edible * tolerates pruning * lemon-yellow shoots

leaves
The wintergreen leaves of the Golden groove bamboo 'Spectabilis' are medium green, lanceolate, glossy. Lemon yellow shoots.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Golden groove bamboo 'Spectabilis' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Golden groove bamboo 'Spectabilis' is an upright and runner-forming bamboo that can reach a height of 4 - 7 m and a width of 2 - 4 m. Rapidly growing. It usually 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
Golden groove bamboo 'Spectabilis' is characterised by its yellow-green stems.

Root
Stoloniferous.