Yellow Groove Bamboo

Yellow groove bamboo has, as the name suggests, a distinctive stripe on the yellow canes (reddish when young) and can grow to 4-7m (13-23ft) in height with lovely lance-shaped, mid-green leaves. Also known as Golden Crookstem as the canes are sometimes shown to grow in a zig-zag shape. Great for adding colour in any garden, on its own or as a hedge or grove. Happy in a large container.

Site: Does not like cold winds or coastal exposure
Soil: All fertile soils, avoid waterlogged
Position: Full sun to light shade
Season of Interest: Evergreen, yellow canes
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 13-23ft (4-7m) eventually; 4-10ft (1.2-3m) in 10 years Spread: 8-13ft (2.5-4m)