Golden bamboo (Pleioblastus viridistriatus) play-oh-BLAST-us ver-id-ih-stry-AY-tus Synonyms:  P. auricomus Genus:  Pleioblastus This bamboo has showy variegated leaves of green and gold in an irregular pattern of stripes. It is a running bamboo, making it good for naturalizing and filling in or for hedging, but it may need to be controlled by underground barriers. It grows to about 5 feet high. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Variegated leaf pattern; fast growth; generally problem-free. Care:  Provide fertile, moist but well-drained soil that is high in organic matter in full sun. May need to be controlled by underground barriers if spread is unwanted. Propagation:  Separate rhizomes in spring and keep moist and shaded until established. Problems:  Infrequent.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Runs Growth Pace Fast Grower, Invasive/Aggressive Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Foliage Foliage Color Variegated Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Ground Covers, Screening, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Grasses