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Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo
Fargesia rufa
Pronunciation: far-GHEE-zee-uh ROO-fuh
SKU #02521
LIGHT:
Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Upright stems reach 8 ft. tall; clump only expands 2 to 4 in. per year.
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Be Inspired: How to Use this Plant
| 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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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Container, Privacy Screen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Peony (Paeonia); Pachysandra (Pachysandra) |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
| Lore | A favorite food of the giant pandas. |
Details
| 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. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| 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
| Care Instructions | 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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History
| Lore | A favorite food of the giant pandas. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo evergreen or deciduous?
Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo?
Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo is Easy Care.
Is Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo grow?
Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo in my landscape?
Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo is suitable for: Barrier, Container, Privacy Screen.
What color is the foliage of Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo?
Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo?
Good companion plants for Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo include: Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Lily of the Valley (Pieris); Peony (Paeonia); Pachysandra (Pachysandra).
How do I care for Sunset Glow Clumping Bamboo?
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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
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.