Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo
Fargesia rufa
Pronunciation: far-GHEE-zee-uh ROO-fuh
SKU #02521
| Description | Orange-red sheaths at each node add color to the green culms (stems) of this well-contained plant. A perfect specimen for smaller gardens and courtyards. Leaves do not curl in the sun as with some bamboos. Thrives in cooler summer regions, even tolerating mild, periodic dry spells when established. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Mature Size | Upright stems reach 8 ft. tall; clump only expands 2 to 4 in. per year. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Container, Privacy Screen |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Peony (Paeonia); Pachysandra (Pachysandra) |
| Care | Thrives in organically rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun exposures and drying winter winds. Let fallen leaves stay, to serve as organic mulch and prevent weeds. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. |
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| Lore | A favorite food of the giant pandas. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 9
Good to grow!
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This plant may be available in these stores:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
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Lowe's 811 East Arques Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94085 -
Yamagami's Nursery 1361 S. De Anza Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014 -
Summerwinds Nursery 1491 S. De Anza Blvd.
Cupertino, CA 95014
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.