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Phyllostachys aurea
Golden Bamboo
Running bamboo with spreading rhizomes. Use a robust container or planned root barrier.
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All-purpose plant food
Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
Optional feed during active growth; dilute to the bottle label and pause when roots are stressed.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Golden Bamboo · Phyllostachys aurea
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Sun to partial shade
- Habit
- Running bamboo
- Character
- Running bamboo with spreading rhizomes
- Root medium
- Well-drained root zone
- Display
- Tall culms and fine leaves
- Supplied size
- 1.5–3 m+
Hong Kong growing tips
- Containment
- Use a robust container or planned root barrier
- Drain inspection
- Check regularly for escaping rhizomes
- Width
- Leave space for leaves to arch naturally
- Old culms
- Remove unwanted old culms at the base
- Pot balance
- Use a stable pot at windy balcony edges
- Root check
- Check for crowded roots as the clump expands
References
Planting & styling guide
Settling in & repotting
- Choose a position with sun to partial shade, allowing room for the plant to grow.
- Use well-drained root zone. Keep the original planting depth and drainage clear.
- Use a robust container or planned root barrier.
Care in Hong Kong
- Drain inspectionCheck regularly for escaping rhizomes
- WidthLeave space for leaves to arch naturally
- Old culmsRemove unwanted old culms at the base
Plants to pair with it
Arrange in separate pots so light, water and space can be managed for each plant.
Cape Leadwort
Pale blue flowers add a loose, sunny backdrop; leave room for its arching branches.
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Pentas
Starry flower clusters add colour at the sunny front of the display; keep each root pot separate.
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Cuphea
Fine leaves and tiny flowers make a lower edge; allow daylight and air between pots.
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Frequently asked questions
Golden Bamboo
Is it a non-spreading clumping bamboo?
No. Golden bamboo is a running bamboo; planting it directly in the ground needs long-term containment planning.
Can it form a narrow screen without maintenance?
Culms and roots need space and inspection. Thin old culms and manage root growth before the container becomes crowded.
Can I keep it narrow by tying all the leaves?
Allow the natural arching habit; tying a tight bundle traps moisture and spoils the display.
Should I cut green blades to one flat height?
Avoid indiscriminate clipping. Remove dead material and use pruning suitable for the actual species.
From our nursery to your home
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Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.