You have a number of choices. My first suggestion would be one of the Fargesias, like F. nitida. Another option might be Bambusa multiplex. However, it would help to know the sun/shade conditions. If you want to look at photos of these plants, scroll through the listings in the box at the link below.

Here is a link that might be useful: BambooWeb

Hi! Thanks for the suggestions. Sorry, I totally thought I mentioned exposure. It is for full sun, against hot wall. Ideas? I was considering Bambusa m. Alphonse Karr or Golden Goddess, but was wondering if there might be other options as well that are not so vase-like...

Thanks!

GK

Fargesias probably would not be happy with that much heat/sun. Alphonse Karr would be a good choice, although it may get taller than you want. Also, if you want something a little more exotic, Chusquea culeou or Chusquea culeou "Cana Prieta' might be interesting, too.

What do you mean by vase-like?

Bambusa multiplex 'Silverstripe' leans outward more if that is what you want.

If you want a more vertical plant, then wrapping a thin rope around the whole plant when the culms are young, cinching it up tight, then removing it later(if you like) will make the plant more erect...just a thought. I do this with most of my clumpers and it gives a more vertical look to the plant.

Kt

Thanks for the suggestions everybody! I'll probably end up going with good old Alphonse Karr...

Best!

GK