Fargesia bamboos
 

All bamboos in the Fargesia genus are clump-forming bamboos and have a very different root system to the spreading bamboos such as Phyllostachys or Sasa. Fargesia bamboos naturally occur in woodland areas at high altitudes throughout Asia and consequently make excellent shade tolerant plants. Almost all of these bamboos prefer to e sited in part shade to full shade, where they will look magnificent and thrive. Bamboo root barrier is not necessary when planting a Fargesia, due to its good behaviour but it could be used when planting several bamboos as a screen, to encourage the plants to grow in the right direction.
 
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Fargesia denudata, clumping bamboo
   Fargesia Jiuzhaigou, clumping bamboo   Fargesia murieliae Vampire, clumping bamboo   Fargesia nitida, clumping bamboo
             
Fargesia robusta, clumping bamboo
   Fargesia rufa, clumping bamboo   Fargesia scabrida, clumping bamboo    
     
Fargesia denudata    
Fargesia denudata, clump forming bamboo  
Fargesia denudata is a fabulous clump-forming bamboo with arching, pale green canes and masses of tiny, fresh green leaves. The new canes emerge with a grey bloom and make a spectacular statement in the garden, with little to match them! It will not grow huge and is happy in a shady position in most soils. An easy bamboo to grow.

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Fargesia 'Jiuzhaigou'
Fargesia jiuzhaigou, clump forming bamboo  
Fargesia 'Jiuzhaigou' is a very rare bamboo, only recently discovered, which is proving a very popular choice. It is a clump-forming bamboo with a height of around 3 metres or so. Excellent when planted in semi-shade, where the purple-red canes really shine through. Ideal as a container plant, where it will make an excellent addition to the patio garden. Little maintenance required, except regular watering and feeding. A beautiful bamboo.

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Fargesia murieliae 'Vampire'
Fargesia murieliae Vampire, clump forming bamboo  
Fargesia murieliae 'Vampire' is a fairly new form of the fountain bamboo, in which the new canes can blush red in the heat of late summer. Site in any good garden soil in semi-shade, where this clump-forming bamboo will look wonderful. Also suitable for a container, as long as it is kept well watered. Not necessary to live in Transylvania.

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Fargesia nitida
Fargesia nitida, Umbrella Bamboo  
Fargesia nitida has been flowering for the last few years, and these plants are seedlings from then. They will reach around 2.5 to 3 metres in height and are very good clump-formers. Naturally growing in woodland areas, they are tolerant of shady conditions and do not mind pot cultivation. Keep well watered for the best results.

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Fargesia robusta
Fargesia robusta, clump forming bamboo  
Fargesia robusta is one of the most upright bamboos, with lovely dull green straight canes. The emerging culms are a startling green and show up well against the white culm sheaths in the spring. This bamboo will reach up to 3.5 to 4 metres in height and is a well behaved clump forming bamboo which will not mind growing in a shady spot. Quite rare, but very desirable!

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Fargesia rufa
Fargesia rufa, clump forming bamboo  
Fargesia rufa is a small to medium sized well behaved bamboo. Develops into a compact arching specimen usually between 1.5 - 2m tall. It has masses of small leaves on top of orange /green stems. Very hardy and tolerant of shade. Plant in good, rich soil and keep well watered until established to achieve the best possible results.

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Fargesia scabrida
Fargesia scabrida, clump forming bamboo  
Fargesia scabrida is a fantastic, recently introduced bamboo with rusty-orange culm sheaths and bright green stems. It is an excellent bamboo for a pot, rarely reaching any more than 3.5 metres in height. Happy in most soils and situations, but preferably not a dry, sun-baked spot. Tolerant of shade and a very reliable clump former. Keep well watered until established in the ground; if growing in a pot, then just keep well watered!

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