About
An evergreen, clump-forming bamboo which is upright when young and moderately arching when mature. It Matures to a maximum height of 3m. New canes emerge fresh green.
About the genus
Fargesia are compact, densely clump-forming evergreen bamboos with slender arching canes and several small branches at each node bearing copious narrow leaves
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectNorth-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeBamboos
HabitClump forming, Columnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, Sub-tropical, Patio and container plants
Native toChina
Care notes
CultivationPlant in fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Prefers part-shade, but will tolerate full sun. Restrict spread by using a non-perishable barrier to surround the roots or plant in large containers
PruningRemove weak, dead, damaged or spindly stems in spring. Cut out any flowering shoots promptly to discourage more from forming. Thin to show off canes better
PropagationPropagate by division or take cuttings of sections of young rhizomes in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to damage on new shoots from slugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free