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Alphonse Karr Bamboo
Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr' is a highly ornamental clumping bamboo renowned for its vibrant coloration and dense growth habit Characterized by its distinctive golden-yellow and green-striped culms, this clumping bamboo stands out as a visually captivating focal point in gardens, borders, or as a potted specimen. 'Alphonse Karr' is known for its compact size and non-invasive growth habit, making it an excellent choice for both large and small outdoor spaces. With its graceful, arching branches and evergreen foliage, this bamboo creates a lush and tropical ambiance. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in a variety of climates and soil types.
Botanical Name
Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr'
Also Known As
Stripe-Stem Fernleaf Bamboo | Yellow Hedge Bamboo | 小琴丝竹 | 花孝顺竹
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Bamboo
Asia
8 - 11
Partial - Full Sun
Occasional-Low
Evergreen
Perennial
15'-20' Tall and 3'-5' Wide
Fast
Non-Flowering
Non-Flowering
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⚠️ Plant Safety & Allergy Notice
⚠️ PROP 65 WARNING - This product can expose you to chemicals including wood dust and crystalline silica (from soil/perlite), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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