Alphonse Karr Bamboo

$149.95
$149.95
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Alphonse Karr Bamboo: Unique, Striped Beauty 

Alphonse Karr Bamboo is your go-to plant for effortless elegance and privacy. This clumping bamboo showcases stunning yellow canes striped with soft green, creating a tropical vibe that transforms any outdoor space into a serene retreat.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Rare Coloring: Stems are a stunning gold with green stripes, bringing unique delight to your yard.
  • Natural Privacy Screen: Grows dense and upright, making it an excellent choice for hedges or barriers.
  • Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care—just water and occasional pruning to keep it looking sharp.
  • Cold Hardy: Handles cooler temperatures better than many tropical bamboos, perfect for a variety of climates.
  • Non-Invasive: Clumping habit keeps it in check without spreading uncontrollably.

Where to Plant

Alphonse Karr Bamboo loves full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-draining soil. Whether you’re creating a living fence, anchoring a landscape bed, or adding texture to a container garden, this bamboo fits the bill. Bonus: it’s a showstopper in pots for patios or decks!

Growth and Care

  • Height: Reaches up to 35 feet tall, but can be trimmed to fit your space.
  • Watering: Moderate water needs, but established plants tolerate short dry spells.
  • USDA Zones: 8-10.

Bring some structure and color to your garden with Alphonse Karr Bamboo. Its vibrant canes and graceful foliage make it a standout choice for landscapes of all sizes.

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Shipping

FAQ's

Is there Express Shipping?

We do not offer express shipping. All items are shipped ground and arrive in 1-4 days for 98% of customers. 

How long to ship?

Orders will be shipped in 1-2 business days.  Initial shipping will take place on Mon, Wed and Fri with the ability to flex up if demand is needed to 5 days a week. E.g., Orders placed on Friday will ship on Monday, Orders placed Monday will ship on Wednesday and orders placed on Tuesday will also ship on Wednesday.

How will it ship?

See note above but from our SC location, most metros are 1-3 day shipments and almost the entire country can be reached in 4 days. Deliveries take place Mon-Sat for customers. 

How will a 10-pack ship?

10-pack ships in the normal packaging.  Large trees 3 ft.+ ship max of 2 per box.   Some smaller SKUs will ship all 10 in one box with care being taken to keep each separated.

Do I need to be home?

You do not, these are normal deliveries just like any other product delivered through FedEx Home Delivery.

Do I need a loading dock? Where will it be dropped?

No, these will be placed where your FedEx driver normally places your packages.

Is your packaging recyclable? How is it packaged?

A majority of the packaging is recyclable.  There are however, 1 poly-bag per plant that encloses the nursery container to both retain moisture and prevent soil loss.

How soon do I need to plant my tree, shrub, etc?

We actually recommend giving it a few days to acclimate in a shady location before planting.  This allows the plant to recover from shock before introducing it to a new climate.  Here is a quick description that you can adjust for your needs.

Give it time to adjust

Before you plant your new Tree/Shrub, it's crucial to allow it a few days to adapt to its new environment.  We do however recommend planting it within the first 7 days of delivery. Here’s why:

  • Recovery Time: Transitioning from our nursery to your home can be a bit of a shock to your plant. A short acclimation period helps it recover and reduces stress.
  • Climate Adjustment: Every environment is unique. Giving your plant time to adjust to the local climate, humidity, and light conditions in a shady spot will set it up for better growth and health.

How to acclimate your plant

  • Keep the plant in its container and place it in a shady, sheltered area away from high winds.
  • Ensure it's watered adequately – the soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
  • Monitor the plant for any signs of distress and allow it to adjust for a few days before planting.

After a few days of acclimation, your plant will be better prepared to thrive in its new home for years to come.