Alphonse Karr Bamboo brings color and structure in one neat clump, with golden-yellow culms etched in soft green stripes and fresh shoots that often flush pink at the tips. The upright canes and fine foliage create a tailored, tropical look that works as a living fence, a courtyard accent, or a statement container by the patio.
A naturally clumping, non-invasive selection (Bambusa multiplex ‘Alphonse Karr’), it builds density quickly without wandering. Use it to screen neighboring views, quiet a breezeway, or frame an entry with striped stems that read beautifully against stucco, stone, and modern hardscape.
Alphonse Karr Bamboo Care
Plant in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil (loam or sandy mixes are ideal). Water regularly the first growing season to establish; afterwards, provide deep, occasional soakings during hot, dry spells. Top-dress with compost and feed in spring with a slow-release, high-nitrogen fertilizer to support new shoots.
Mulch 2–3 inches to conserve moisture, keeping mulch a few inches off the culms. Maintain by thinning the oldest canes at ground level for fresh color and tip-trimming to your target height; avoid cutting mid-culm to prevent splits.
Wind-tolerant and fairly drought-tough once established. Generally hardy in USDA Zones 8–11; protect from hard freezes and drying winter winds.
Alphonse Karr Bamboo Spacing
Expect about 15–25 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide in the landscape (shorter with routine tip-pruning and in containers). For a dense privacy screen, plant 3–4 ft on center. For a softer, airier row, space 5–6 ft apart.
As a single specimen, allow a 6–8 ft circle for the clump to mature. In large containers, choose a sturdy 18–24"+ diameter pot with excellent drainage; place planters 2–3 ft apart to form a continuous green wall.
Why Grow Alphonse Karr Bamboo?
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Striped golden culms with pink-blushing new shoots—color and interest in every season
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Clumping, non-invasive habit for tidy, predictable growth
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Fast, upright coverage for privacy, wind-softening, and sound buffering
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Easy care: seasonal thinning, light tip-trims, and spring feeding
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Performs in sun or part shade; great in large containers or as a refined hedge
A standout screen or specimen with striking, striped canes—plant Alphonse Karr to add color, height, and year-round calm without the headache of spreading bamboo.
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Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
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Summer
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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