Bambusa multiplex ‘Alphonse Karr’
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Alphonse Karr Bamboo
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | 10-30' x 8-15' |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium, Low Water |
| Special Features | Attractive Bark, Edible, Low Water Use |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5, #15, 24" Box |
| Natural Growth Habit | Clumping, Vase |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8, 9, 14-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 10 |
| Plant Type | Bamboo |
The culms on this bamboo are golden with random green stripes of variable width. The golden color of the culms takes on a magenta cast when exposed to bright sunlight as visible on the large culm in this picture. This bamboo makes a wonderful container plant. It like other forms of Bambusa multiplex are among the best bamboos for a well lit area indoors. Bambusas generally grow a very tight cluster of canes and ‘Alphonse Karr’ is no exception making it an excellent choice for a privacy screen where a clumping bamboo is desired. Tolerance of full sun makes it versatile though the canes will show significant die back in the winter if exposed to temperature colder than 20 F.
