Bamboo Phyllostachys aurea – Elegant Golden Bamboo for Structure & Screening
Phyllostachys aurea, commonly known as Golden Bamboo, is a fast-growing, evergreen bamboo prized for its graceful, upright canes that transition from green to golden-yellow as they mature. With its dense foliage and tall, elegant form, this versatile bamboo is perfect for screening, hedging, or as an architectural feature in gardens of all sizes. Its hardy nature and adaptability make it an excellent choice for contemporary, Japanese, and tropical-inspired landscapes.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
In spring and summer, new green shoots emerge, growing rapidly to create a lush, dense screen. As the culms (canes) mature, they develop a beautiful golden-yellow hue, especially in full sun, enhancing their ornamental appeal. The small, delicate green leaves remain vibrant throughout autumn and winter, ensuring year-round interest and structure.
Structure & Form
Golden Bamboo is a tall, upright bamboo, reaching 4–6m in height with a spread of 1.5–3m, depending on space and containment. It features strong, straight canes with distinctive tight nodes, creating a graceful yet bold architectural presence. Its fast-growing, dense habit makes it an excellent natural privacy screen or windbreak,
Perfect for Various Landscapes
Phyllostachys aurea is ideal for:
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Screening & hedging, providing privacy with a lush, natural barrier.
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Architectural planting, adding height and movement to the garden.
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Urban & courtyard gardens, where its upright habit maximises vertical space.
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Japanese & tropical gardens, complementing Zen-inspired landscapes.
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Container planting, controlling growth for patios, terraces, and balconies.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with the best golden colour in sunnier spots.
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Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but tolerates a variety of soil types.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy, tolerant of frost, wind, and urban pollution.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance; benefits from occasional thinning to maintain an airy, elegant look. Root barriers or containers help manage spreading in smaller gardens. Once established, it is drought-tolerant.
Why Choose Phyllostachys aurea?
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Fast-growing & evergreen, offering year-round screening and privacy.
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Elegant golden-yellow canes, adding warmth and structure to any space.
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Hardy & adaptable, thriving in various conditions with minimal care.
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Perfect for hedging & specimen planting, providing flexibility in design.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Golden Bamboo pairs beautifully with:
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Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple) for a striking colour contrast.
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Ferns & Hostas to soften its bold vertical lines.
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Grasses & Heuchera for a dynamic, contemporary mix.
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Camellias & Rhododendrons for a lush, layered planting scheme.
With its tall, golden stems, lush foliage, and easy-care nature, Phyllostachys aurea is a stunning choice for creating privacy, movement, and architectural beauty in any outdoor space.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
