Golden Bamboo
Channel: Huntsville Botanical Garden
Date: 2024-02-29

While Golden Bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea) might seem like an attractive option for privacy or even crafting fishing poles, it's important to think twice before planting. Native to southeast China and a longtime staple in Japanese gardens, this species was introduced to the US in Alabama back in 1882. Its rapid, underground spread via rhizomes can quickly turn a garden dream into a relentless battle, as these rhizomes can grow even after the plant is cut down. The best strategy against this invasive species? Simply don't plant it. If it's already taken root, be prepared for a rigorous regimen of cutting, burning, and applying herbicides, along with thorough excavation to remove every last rhizome. Vigilance and repeated treatments are essential to keep this invasive at bay.
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