Dense
branches of dark green foliage on stiff, erect polished canes; bright green
at first, aging to brilliant yellow in color. Fast growing and
beautiful as a "natural" screen. Roots spread and send off new canes
underground. May need to be contained with a root barrier.
#5 container
#7 container
PHYLLOSTACHYS aureosulcata
Yellow Groove Bamboo
Height: 15-25'
Zone:
4
This
evergreen bamboo has slender young green canes with a pronounced yellow
groove found on opposite sides of the cane. Leaves are soft green
color. A running bamboo with strong vertical growth. Fast
growing and beautiful as a "natural" screen. Roots spread and send off
new canes underground. May need to be contained with a root barrier.
#5 container
#7 container
#15 container
PHYLLOSTACHYS nigra
Black Bamboo
Height: 4-8'
Width: 6-10'
Zone:
5
Slow
growing bamboo with black canes and finely textured foliage. New canes
are green, turning black the second year, contrasting nicely with rich green
foliage. Spreads vigorously by runners. Excellent screen or
easily grown in containers.