Tall, upright bamboo with grooved, green canes that mature to brown-yellow and golden-green leaves. This bamboo is highly recommended as it is one of the least invasive large species. A great specimen plant, it's best grown close to buildings or paths where the interesting distortions on the canes can be appreciated close-up. Contrasts beautifully with Phyllostachys nigra - the black cane bamboo.

Position: full sun or partial shade

Soil: humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil

Rate of growth: average

Leaves: golden-green

Canes: grooved, brown-yellow

Other features: Ideal plant for a large container Hardiness: fully hardy

This plant is supplied in an approx 5 Litre container at a height of around 100-120cms, with colourful canes for good garden interest.