Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo
Fargesia rufa
SKU
02521
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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Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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Botanical Pronunciation | far-GHEE-zee-uh ROO-fuh |
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Lore | A favorite food of the giant pandas. |
Average Size at Maturity | Upright stems reach 8 ft. tall; clump only expands 2 to 4 in. per year. |
Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
Foliage Color | Green |
Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Barrier, Container, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden |
Light Needs | Partial sun |
Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
Special Feature | Clump Forming, Clumping Bamboo, Easy Care, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest, Non-Invasive |
Water Needs | Moderate |
Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
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.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 9

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