Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr' ~ Monrovia® Alphonse Karr Clumping Bamboo size-95-g Insignificant 3-petaled deep pink flowers

Insignificant 3-petaled deep pink flowers bloom on the stiff stems above the foliage through summer

Like other maples

but watch for mites

(2) Olga Berrios from Madrid

Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr' ~ Monrovia® Alphonse Karr Clumping Bamboo size-95-g Insignificant 3-petaled deep pink flowersMonrovia Alphonse Karr Clumping Bamboo is a clumping bamboo with slim yellow clums striped with green that deepen to reddish in direct sun, and feathery vibrant green foliage that emerges with a pink tint. Grows best with part shade in moist, highly organic and moist, well drained acidic soils. Alphonse Karr is not invasive. Type: Orn. Grass Height: 15' 30' Spread: 15' 30' Spacing: 25 USDA Hardiness Zone: 8 10 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom