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BAMBOO - CANADA'S BAMBOO WORLD BAMBOO PLANT CATALOGUE

In this catalogue we have tried to include as much information on each bamboo plant as possible. All of the bamboos listed are evergreen with leaves in winter. Minimum temperature ratings are estimates in Celsius. With winter protection these plants may be able to survive much colder temperatures than those listed below. Individual results will vary. Maximum height and culm diameter are under ideal conditions. The prices listed below are in Canadian funds. Please note that British Columbia residence are charged an additional 7% P.S.T. plus 5% G.S.T. The rest of the country only pays the G.S.T.

Our plant sizes are categorized according to the size of the pot that they are planted in: #1=one gallon (45cm in circumference X 15cm tall), #2=two gallon (65cm in circumference X 22cm tall), #3=three gallon (80cm in circumference X 19cm tall), #5=five gallon (86cm in circumference X 24cm tall) and #7=seven gallon (101cm in circumference X 31cm tall).

If you already know the Genus of the bamboo you are looking for click on the name of it below or scroll down.

Arundinaria, Bambusa, Bashania, Borinda, Chimonobambusa, Chusquea, Fargesia, Hibanobambusa, Himalayacalamus, Indocalamus, Phyllostachys, Pleioblastus, Pseudosasa, Qiongzhuea, Sasa, Sasaella, Semiarundinaria, Shibataea, Thamnocalamus, Yushania,

ARUNDINARIA

Genus of small to medium size running bamboo’s, usually hardy, with numerous branches at each node and persistent culm sheaths.

Arundinaria gigantea ‘Macon’ clone – Macon Rivercane

* Max height 20’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1” * Min temp. -32C * Sun /Shade * Running Bamboo *

The only bamboo which is native to the United States. This bamboo has a very upright habit and tight branching characteristics which makes it a great choice for a hedge or screen. (1 gallon $45.00, 2 gallon $68.00, 3 gallon $85.00, 5 gallon $112.00, 7 gallon $132.00)

BAMBUSA (back to top)

A genus of tropical and subtropical clumping bamboo’s, usually giant, with numerous branches at a node, one or two much larger then the rest. New shoots appear late summer or fall. The Bambusa’s are not hardy enough to survive our Canadian winters outside. Bambusa 'multiplex' varieties do well indoor in high light situations with at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.

Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr'

* Max height 25’ * Max culm diameter 1.5" * Min. temp -13C * Likes sun * Clumping Bamboo *

The young culms are reddish with green stripes as they mature they turn to a light yellow with green stripes. It forms a symmetrical plant that can be kept to any size you like. Alphonse karr does well indoors, in pots or for bonsai. It is not reliably hardy here if left outdoors over winter. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

BASHANIA (back to top)

This genus is very closely related to Arundinaria and has medium sized running bamboos that are very hot/cold and wet/dry tolerant which rarely shows signs of distress.

Bashania fargesii

Max height 20’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1” * Min. temp -26C * Shade/Sun * Running Bamboo *

This bamboo is native to the mountains of China and is used for papermaking. It has been reported to be hardier than listed. Green culms tend to be spaced apart with leaves up to a foot long. It is very tropical looking. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Borinda (back to top)

Borinda are clumping bamboos from Bhutan, Tibet, Yunnan & Sichuan. They are similar in appearance to Fargesia, but have different flowers and short rhizomes.

Borinda angustissima (Also known as Fargesia angustissima)

Max height 18’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter .5” Min. temp -15C * Likes open shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Young culms have white powder, persistent purple sheaths and narrow leaves. Grows great under evergreens. Another favorite food of the Giant Panda. Very rare in North America. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Borinda contracta (Also known as Fargesia contracta)

Max height 15’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 12 feet) * Max culm diameter .7” Min. temp -10C * Likes open shade * Clumping Bamboo *

This bamboo from Yunnan Province, China shoots bluish culms that later turn a grayish green. It is not yet truly tested in the colder climates so it may prove hardier then the above rating. Contracta has solid or near solid culms and is very rare. (1 gallon $75.00, 2 gallon $112.00, 3 gallon $150.00, 5 gallon $187.00, 7 gallon $207.00)

Borinda utilis

* Max height 20’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 16 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -15C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Utilis is a mountain bamboo with small delicate leaves and culms that curve upwards with pendulous cascading foliage. This native to Yunnan Province in China, grows at elevations of 9000 – 12000 feet. Utilis is one of only a few hardy clumping bamboo's that is able to handle full sun. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

CHIMONOBAMBUSA (back to top)

A medium sizes running bamboo which initiate new shoots in the fall or winter. These bamboos enjoy damp conditions, slight shade and good humidity levels.

Chimonobambusa marmorea (Dwarf Black)

Max height 10’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 6 feet) * Max culm diameter .5” * Min. temp -15C * Prefers afternoon Shade * Running Bamboo *

Culms are a dark burgundy/mahogany and almost solid. This plant has an arching spray of branches covered by dense narrow, green leaves. It does better with mostly morning sun. Very pretty!! This bamboo does well indoors in a high light situation with at least 6 hours of direct sun per day. (1 gallon $19.00, 2 gallon $25.00, 3 gallon $35.00, 5 gallon $48.00, 7 gallon $59.00)

Chimonobambusa marmorea 'Variegata'

Max height 10’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 6 feet) * Max culm diameter .5” * Min. temp -15C * Prefers afternoon Shade * Running Bamboo *

The most colorful of the small running bamboos. Marmorea variegata has bright yellow canes and when exposed to morning sun turns a bright fire red. Some of the leaves are variegated and the leaf sheaths are cream colored and marbled with red patches. It does better with mostly morning sun. This bamboo does well indoors in high light situations with at least 6 hours of direct sun per day. (1 gallon $19.00, 2 gallon $25.00, 3 gallon $35.00, 5 gallon $48.00, 7 gallon $59.00)

Chimonobambusa quadrangularis ‘Souw’- Square Striped Bamboo

Max height 25’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 12 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.5” * Min. temp -12C * Shade/Sun * Running Bamboo *

In cross section, the culms are square with rounded corners with canary yellow culms with green stripes and occasional variegation on the leaves. Erect canes have large nodes with 'rough' internodes. Leaves are long (6" X 1/2") and are a medium green color. The coloring is best on large culms grown in a shady situation. Very rare. (Email, fax or phone to be placed on the waiting list) (1 gallon $45.00, 2 gallon $68.00, 3 gallon $85.00, 5 gallon $112.00, 7 gallon $132.00)

CHUSQUEA (back to top)

A genus of American bamboo that contains abut 150 species, mostly clumpers. The solid culms bear one dominant branch and numerous branchlets at mid-culm nodes.

Chusquea coleou

* Max height 15’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 10 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

This hardy clumper native to southern Chile, grows near sphagnum peat bogs. Unlike most bamboo the wood is solid. The leaves have a bluish gray color and at the nodes many equal size branches break out. It is very unusual looking, like a clump of giant feather plumes. The culms are upright with a gentle arch at the top. It makes a great choice as a specimen or planted in a row to form a privacy screen. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Chusquea coleou 'Cana Prieta'

* Max height 15’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 10 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

This cultivar has has the same characteristics as chusquea coleou except it has darker culms, becoming red-brown or nearly black. (1 gallon $45.00, 2 gallon $68.00, 3 gallon $85.00, 5 gallon $112.00, 7 gallon $132.00)

FARGESIA (back to top)

Fargesias are clumping bamboo’s that come from the alpine forest’s of west and southwest China. These are the bamboo’s preferred by the panda. The Fargesias are valuable garden plants in the North because they are both hardy and clumping, unusual in that most clumping bamboo’s are not very hardy. The older culms are weeping while the current growth is upright. Give the culms plenty of room for a strong architectural effect. They grow slowly which makes a mature plant very valuable. They do best in open shade and prefer a cool climate. Ideal for Canada.

Fargesia denudata

Max height 16’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 14 feet) * Max culm diameter .5” * Min temp -23C * Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Denudata is a very rare form of clumping bamboo from Sichuan, China. It has tiny delicate leaves on gracefully arcing light green culms that branch out after the first year. The combination of gently arching canes and petite leaves makes this bamboo very desirable. Fargesia denudata is still quite rare. Though delicate in appearance, it is a very hardy clumping bamboo. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Fargesia dracocephala

* Max height 10’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 8 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.0" * Min. temp -26C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Dracocephala Originates from the Mountains of China at elevations over 6000 feet. It forms a dense slowly spreading clump that is strongly weeping in habit. Unlike most Fargesia it is able to be in full sun without its leaves curling but it does prefer protection from the hottest afternoon sun. Being a hardy clumper that can be planted in the sun places it in a select group of clumpers. If planted on four foot centers it becomes a dense wall. The canes are almost solid and make useful stakes for gardeners. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Fargesia dracocephala ‘Gold Stem’

* Max height 10’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 8) * Max culm diameter .5” * Min temp -26C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

'Dracocephala' is the most sun/heat tolerant of all the Fargesias, and is growing successfully as far south as Savannah, Georgia. Typical leaf shape and similar in form to Fargesia murielae but are a bit larger. Leaves are quite sun-tolerant. Culm turns gold with persistent sun exposure. (1 gallon $59.00, 2 gallon $88.00, 3 gallon $109.00, 5 gallon $138.00, 7 gallon $157.00)

Fargesia murielae (Umbrella Bamboo):

* Max height 15’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 12 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -32C * Likes open shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Murielae is named for the graceful way that its culms arch outwards like an umbrella. Umbrella Bamboo is similar to Fargesia nitidia but with greenish yellow culms. It is a very hardy bamboo which grows at elevations above 10 000 feet in china. This bamboo grows in a clump and spreads very slowly. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Fargesia nitida (Fountain Bamboo) (Sold Out - This is Old Generation and Expected to Flower Soon)

* Max height 12’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 10 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -32C * Likes open shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Fountain bamboo is similar to Fargesia murielae except it has a stronger arching effect and darker culms. The culms are a dark mahogany color with a bluish white powder when young. This is a great bamboo for the lazy gardener. It is tough, beautiful and clumping. Nitida is flowering in many parts of the world and we expect ours to flower soon (within the next 5 years). Nitida is a gregarious flowerer and usually dies after the onset of flowering. The last time it flowered was in the 1880's so it is a very rare event and we are looking forward to the seeds that will be produced as a result. This is an excellent opportunity for the serious bamboo collector to obtain seeds which could produce a new rare form of Nitida. (1 gallon $15.00, 2 gallon $22.50, 3 gallon $34.00, 5 gallon $47.50, 7 gallon $57.50)

Fargesia nitida 'Jiuzhaigou' (Red Fountain Bamboo)'

* Max height 12’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 10 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -32C * Likes open shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Jiuzhaigou is a very rare bamboo, It originated from Sichuan Province, China and is thought to be a new form from a new generation nitida seedling. The canes emerge green gradually turning to deep burgundy red within the second year and finally fade to yellow. With its small leaves, colorful culms, clumping growth habit and impressive hardiness, this bamboo is a real treasure. (1 gallon $75.00, 2 gallon $112.00, 3 gallon $150.00, 5 gallon $187.00, 7 gallon $207.00)

Fargesia nitida 'McClure' (Sold Out - This is Old Generation and in full Flower)

* Max height 18’ * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -30C * Likes open shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Similar to Nitida with longer and narrower leaves as well as a larger height. Forms a globe shape when mature. Nitida is flowering in many parts of the world and we expect ours to flower soon (within the next 5 years). Nitida is a gregarious flowerer and usually dies after the onset of flowering. The last time it flowered was in the 1880's so it is a very rare event and we are looking forward to the seeds that will be produced as a result. This is an excellent opportunity for the serious bamboo collector to obtain seeds which could produce a new rare form of Nitida. (1 gallon $17.00, 2 gallon $25.50, 3 gallon $38.00, 5 gallon $63.50, 7 gallon $73.50)

Fargesia robusta

* Max height 16’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.0" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Robusta is a very tall and fast Fargesia with yellowish culms. It stands more erect and handles the sun better than most Fargesia and is from Sichuan Province, China, where it grows at elevations over 8000 feet. The leaf sheaths are white and slow to drop making a two tone appearance of the culms. Large clumps of robusta are stunning. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Fargesia robusta Green Screen™

* Max height 16’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.0" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Fargesia rufa

* Average height 9’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 7 feet) * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -29C * Sun or Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Rufa is a beautiful bamboo from Sichuan Province, China, with orange-red culm sheaths that add a glow to its overall appearance. It is an extremely hardy bamboo and one of the few hardy clumpers that can handle direct sun without leaf curl. Being an early shooter with very strong clumping growth, Rufa is very easy to grow. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $74.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

HIBANOBAMBUSA (back to top)

Hibanobambusa is a genus of running bamboo’s from Japan thought to be a natural hybrid between Sasa veitchii and Phyllostachys nigra ‘Henon’

Hibanobambusa tranquillans shiroshima

* Max height 16’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 12 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.25" * Min. temp -23C * Likes open shade * Running Bamboo *

Shiroshima is one of the few tall, variegated bamboo’s with larger leaves than most variegated bamboo’s; an unusual and bold effect. This natural hybrid from Japan is beautiful. Excellent indoors or in the garden. The large ten inch leaves are stunningly striped with creamy variegation. The coming of cool weather tips the leaves with pink. Makes an absolutely beautiful hedge. Our favorite prospect for interior applications. This bamboo really stands out. (1 gallon $29.00, 2 gallon $45.00, 3 gallon $68.00, 5 gallon $89.00, 7 gallon $109.00)

HIMALAYACALAMUS (back to top)

These clumping bamboo are from the lower altitudes of the Himalayas. These species are not very hardy and only withstand a few degrees of frost and requires a location with warm winters and shelter from strong winds.

Himalayacalamus falconeri –

Max height 30’ * Max culm diameter 2” * Min. temp -9C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

Slender branched masses of leaves born on canes ranging from olive green to yellow. It has shiny culm sheaths when raining or damp in the morning. Unfortunately it is too tender for most of Canada. Usually it is not nearly 30 ft tall but 10 to 20 ft if conditions are very good. This bamboo is best grown in select cool coastal climates of Zones 8 - 9 but for most of us we are restricted to growing it in a solarium or greenhouse. (1 gallon-$29.00, 2 gallon $45.00, 3 gallon $68.00, 5 gallon $89.00, 7 gallon $109.00)

Himalayacalamus falconeri ‘Damarapa’ – CANDY STRIPE BAMBOO

Max height 30’ * Max culm diameter 2” * Min. temp -9C * Sun/Shade * Clumping Bamboo *

A Himalayan bamboo of stunning beauty with slender branched masses of leaves born on culms striped in yellow, green and pink. It has an occasional cream stripe on the leaves and the culm sheaths are shiny when it rains or is damp in the morning. This is one of our most beautiful bamboos unfortunately it is too tender for most of Canada. When grown well with plenty of bright light and cool, but not significantly below freezing the colors can be spectacular. Usually it is not nearly 30 ft tall but 10 to 20 ft if conditions are very good. This bamboo is best grown in select cool coastal climates of Zones 8 - 9 but for most of us we are restricted to growing it in a solarium or greenhouse. 1 gallon-$37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

INDOCALAMUS (back to top)

Short running bamboos from China with large, broad leaves a few branches. These bamboos do very well in containers and indoors. The large leaves are very striking and make a wonderful rustling sound in the breeze. Indocalamus is a genus with very large leaves and non prominent culm nodes. They look very tropical and can thrive in very low light conditions.

Indocalamus latifolius

Max height 10’ * Max culm diameter .5” * Min. temp -26C * Likes shade * Running Bamboo *

Latifolius is like Indocalamus tessellatus except the leaves only grow to about 12” long by 2” wide. It grows up to 10 feet tall, is more upright and makes a good hedge. It is not very invasive in Zones 5 & 6. (1 gallon $23.00, 2 gallon $36.00, 3 gallon $45.00, 5 gallon $69.00 7 gallon $79.00)

Indocalamus tessellatus

* Max height 7’ * Max culm diameter .5" * Min. temp -26C * Likes shade * Running Bamboo *

Tessellatus is very tropical looking with the largest leaves of any bamboo in cultivation. The leaves are up to 24 inches long by 4 inches wide. It does best in shade and adapts well in pots. This is an excellent choice for growing indoors. (1 gallon $15.00, 2 gallon $25.00, 3 gallon $35.00, 5 gallon $48.00, 7 gallon $59.00)

PHYLLOSTACHYS (back to top)

The Phyllostachys are all running bamboo’s that range from eight to eighty feet tall; it might take more then ten years to get maximum height. Keep them at any height you desire by pruning back some roots, removing vigorous culms, or simply by cutting the culm to the height that you want. All are fine bonsai subjects and will also make excellent specimen container plants. They might be killed down to the ground in cold winters but grow again in the spring.

Phyllostachys angusta (Stone Bamboo)

* Max height 25’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.25" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Stone Bamboo derived its name because of the hard texture of its culms which in china are used to make fine bamboo furniture. It has some of the best quality wood of any bamboo. (1 gallon $29.00, 2 gallon $45.00, 3 gallon $68.00, 5 gallon $89.00, 7 gallon $109.00)

Phyllostachys atrovaginata (also known as congesta)

* Max height 35’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 25 feet) * Max culm diameter 2.25" * Min. temp -29C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

This all green vigorous bamboo is super hardy and fast. It is known to have survived -20F and is an excellent source of edible bamboo shoots with good taste. Unlike most bamboo’s, it will grow in a wet spot. It has unusually thick culms for it’s height. If you rub the culms at certain times of the year it smells of incense. (1 gallon $29.00, 2 gallon $45.00, 3 gallon $68.00, 5 gallon $89.00, 7 gallon $109.00)

Phyllostachys aurea (Golden Bamboo - although it is not golden but plain green)

* Max height 27’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.75" * Min. temp -26C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

The most commonly cultivated bamboo in the U.S., easily identified by one to several short internodes at the base of some of its culms. It is most invasive in areas with warm summers. Very drought tolerant, and therefore can be grown indoors in medium light conditions. This bamboo makes a great hedge due to its dense foliage. Many assume it is golden in color because of the name but it is plain green. (1 gallon $19.00, 2 gallon $25.00, 3 gallon $35.00, 5 gallon $48.00, 7 gallon $59.00)

Phyllostachys aurea albovariegata

* Max height 27’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.75" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Albovariegata has variegated leaves that are striped with white. Makes a thick hedge. (1 gallon $29.00, 2 gallon $45.00, 3 gallon $68.00, 5 gallon $89.00, 7 gallon $109.00)

Phyllostachys aurea flavescens-inversa

* Max height 27’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.75" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Flavescens-inversa is the opposite of koi with green culms and a yellow sulcis groove. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys aurea holochrysa (Golden Golden Bamboo)

* Max height 27’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.75" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Holochrysas culms turn yellow and then a deep orange. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys aurea 'Koi'

* Max height 27’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 15 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.75" * Min. temp -23C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Like all aureas, Koi is a drought tolerant and dense bamboo which makes an excellent thick screen. The culms are yellowish orange with green stripes along the sulcis groove and some red on sun exposed and new culms. Koi is used to make umbrella handles and canes because of the odd way that that several short internodes form near the base of the culms. This is one of our favorite rare and collectable bamboos. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys aureosulcata (Yellow Grove Bamboo)

* Max height 26’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 20 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.5" * Min. temp -32C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Yellow grove has canes that are green with a bright yellow stripe in the sulcis groove. Like all aureosulcata cultivars it makes a very erect screen and has the occasional cane with a zig zag kink. This bamboo makes a superb screen and is extremely hardy. (1 gallon $26.00, 2 gallon $39.00, 3 gallon $57.00, 5 gallon $79.00, 7 gallon $99.00)

Phyllostachys aureosulcata alata

* Max height 26’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 20 feet) * Max culm diameter 2" * Min. temp -32C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Alata is similar to to the other Phyllostachys aureosulcatas except the culm is solid green, grows larger in diameter and has more zig-zag at the base than others in the species. This is one of the best choices for a fast hardy screen. (1 gallon $26.00, 2 gallon $39.00, 3 gallon $57.00, 5 gallon $79.00, 7 gallon $99.00)

Phyllostachys aureosulcata aureocaulis

* Max height 26’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 20 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.5" * Min. temp -32C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

The culms are entirely yellow except for a few vertical green stripes. The new shoots emerge yellow with horizontal green stripes beneath the node and a tinting of red on the sun side of the culm. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys aureosulcata harbin

* Max height 26’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 18 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.5" * Min. temp -32C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Harbin is the only bamboo in the world with a variegated and ribbed culm. The culms are gold/yellow with multiple green groves running the length of each internode. Extremely rare and hardy. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys aureosulcata harbin inversa

* Max height 26’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 20 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.5" * Min. temp -32C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Harbin Inversa has bright yellow culms with random narrow green stripes on them. Like all Phyllostachys aureosulcata, it is an excellent choice for a privacy screen. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys aureosulcata spectabilis

* Max height 26’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 20 feet) * Max culm diameter 1.5" * Min. temp -32C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

The culms are golden with contrasting bright green grooves. The green leaves have an occasional yellow stripe. The spectacular part is the rosy red tinting on the young culms and sun exposed old culms. The new shoots emerge with purple sheaths that show yellow internodes as the shoots elongate. Quite showy and tropical looking for such a hardy bamboo. Excellent choice for a screen because it is very erect and has tightly spaced culms all the way to the ground. (1 gallon $37.00, 2 gallon $52.00, 3 gallon $75.00, 5 gallon $95.00, 7 gallon $115.00)

Phyllostachys bambusoides (Giant Japanese Timber Bamboo or Madake)

* Max height 72’ (Estimated West Coast Maximum Height 45 feet) * Max culm diameter 6" * Min. temp -18C * Sun/Shade * Running Bamboo *

Madake is the most utilized bamboo in Japan where it is valued for its large, straight, thick walled culms. This bamboo is very similar to Vivax except that it grows slower and the culms are stronger. (1 gallon $29.00, 2 gallon $45.00, 3 gallon $68.00, 5 $89.00, 7 gallon $109.00)