| Fargesia rufa | USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Rufa Clumping Bamboo is primarily valued in the landscape or garden for its interesting and distinctive form. Its narrow leaves remain green in colour throughout the year.
This bamboo makes a beautiful screen or accent in the garden, incredibly architectural when mature; a non-invasive species; attractive sheaths are rusty red; a must for Asian gardens.
Rufa Clump Bamboo is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Vertical Accent
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Naturalizing And Woodland Gardens
Common Name: Rufa Clumping Bamboo, Fargesia dracocephala
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| More About Rufa Clumping Bamboo |
| Height: 8-10 ft |
Spread: 6-8 ft |
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Fargesia rufa does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in rich soils. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Fargesia rufa is a recently-introduced species from the mountains of Western Sichuan, China. Fargesia rufa is a pachymorph, which means it couldn't run even if it was being chased down the mountain by a pack of starving pandas. This short, deer-resistant clumper makes an elegant, 6' tall upright fountain, although our 4-year-old clump is only 3.5' tall x 2' wide, with stems arching outwards to 8'. In addition to the wonderful form, the culm sheaths are reddish-brown. In initial tests, Fargesia rufa looks to be quite tolerant to both heat and cold. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
