Phyllostachys aurea   
( " Fish- pole Bamboo" )

A hardy, upright species which has tolerated -20C. Stout, dull, medium green stems, becoming yellowish with age. The foliage is generally a medium green but sometimes pale.

Easily recognised by the congested nodes at the base of the canes of older plants. Height at maturity 15ft.or more (5 to 7m.).  Best in full sun.

Remains as an upright clump under the relatively cool conditions of most of the  UK but quite capable of running in warmer climates. Its  name causes confusion as neither the canes nor foliage are gold under normal growing conditions. 

 RHS. Award.

Useful for hedges or screens  but by no  means the most colourful bamboo to use as a specimen plant. If grown in a container, this species will need regular feeding to prevent it from becoming pale and starved.

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