RUNNING BAMBOO

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.
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Height: 6m Position: light shade - sun Min temp: -20c Max culm diameter: 40mm
Price: 200mm pots start at $59 each.  250mm and 300mm pots are also available. ​

BLACK BAMBOO
Phyllostachys nigra
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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 culm diameter: 50mm
Price: 200mm pots start at $39 each.  250mm and 300mm pots are also available. ​

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For advice on growing running bamboo in containers, click the image below: