Bambusa Alphonse Karr

Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr' is a striking and fast-growing clumping bamboo, well-known for its vibrant yellow culms striped with green. These ornamental canes age into deeper golden hues, adding dynamic colour and texture to any garden. The slender canes, combined with its dense, lush foliage, make Bambusa Alphonse Karr a popular choice for creating privacy screens, windbreaks, or as a dramatic feature plant. Its graceful, upright habit adds vertical interest while maintaining a soft, elegant look.

This bamboo is particularly suited to tropical, Asian-inspired, or contemporary garden designs. It works well as a natural screen for borders or pathways and can be grown in containers to create a bold statement on patios or courtyards. Its non-invasive, clumping growth habit ensures it stays manageable, making it a versatile addition to various landscapes. Although Bambusa Alphonse Karr rarely flowers, when it does, it may produce occasional small, inconspicuous flower clusters, though these are not the main feature of this bamboo.

Bambusa Alphonse Karr thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with regular moisture, though it can tolerate brief periods of drought. For optimal results, plant it with approximately 1.5 to 2 metres of space to accommodate its vigorous growth and clumping form.

Reaching a mature height of 6 to 8 metres, with a spread of 3 to 4 metres, Bambusa Alphonse Karr creates a tall, dense screen with its vibrant canes and abundant foliage. Its arching stems add a sense of height and drama, while its golden-yellow culms lend a warm, tropical feel to any garden space.