Phyllostachys aureosulcata (yellow groove bamboo)

Please note: Phyllostachys aureosulcata (yellow-groove) is priced higher than other similar bamboo selections, such as Phyllostachys aureosulcata ‘Spectabilis’ (green-groove) (our most popular ornamental, that also exhibits excellent cold hardiness). This is due, in part, to the fact that it is more labor-intensive for us to dig, and our stock is more limited.

One of the more cold-hardy bamboo species, it is widely grown in the U.S. Culms are strongly upright, with dense foliage. A good species for hedges or screens. Young culms are green with yellow grooves. Shoots are notably free of acrid flavor, even when raw; one of the best species for edible shoot production. Wood is not of high quality, as compared with other species, and is less durable than that of some species when used outdoors (but the culms are straight and sturdy and quite suitable for many uses). About 20% of the culms have a distinct (and sometimes very pronounced) crook near the base. This feature, which is descriptively referred to as genuflection (meaning “bending of the knee”) adds to the ornamental appeal of the species. Has been reported to grow as large as 40′ tall with 2-1/4″ diameter culms in the U.S. An aggressive spreader.

We can only ship bamboo plants up to 5-7′ tall. Additionally, depending on the stage of growth of the plants, often in late June when new growth hardens off, we can offer taller sizes for local pickup or delivery.

If we receive an order for taller sizes without an e-mail about pickup or delivery, we will ship 5-7′ tall plants and issue a refund for the difference.

Note: For quantity or wholesale pricing, or if you need to schedule a delivery or wish to pick up plants at the farm (whenever possible, it is preferable to pick up plants here at the farm so we can dig huskier rootballs), e-mail us at: Info@tripplebrookfarm.com.