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Bamboo Fargesia Ruffa 20 Litre Pot

A fantastic bamboo that can withstand very hot and dry summers as well as the harsh winters. Pinkish green stems. About 100cm and as wide as tall. Shorter growing than some.

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Bamboo adds a touch of elegance to gardens or any area, with its graceful, swaying canes and lush, green or yellow foliage, making it perfect for screens, borders, or as a striking focal point.

Fargesia Robusta Rufa is a very hardy form of non-invasive tall-growing fargesia. Purplish new shoots mature to green with white papery sheaths. 

Great for hedging and stand-alone feature planting. Reaching up to 3-4 metres.

To grow fountain bamboo, they like fertile, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade and shelter from cold drying winds, if planting in pots then remember to feed and water.

Fargesia Robusta Rufa is a particularly hardy, non-invasive variety that grows taller, reaching up to 3 or 4 meters. It features purplish new shoots that mature to green with white, papery sheaths. This bamboo is ideal for hedging or as a standout feature in your garden. 

Where should I site my Fargesia? 

Fargesia Robusta Rufa is adaptable and tolerates a range of conditions. To grow this bamboo, plant it in fertile, moisture-retentive yet well-draining soil in sun or partial shade, and protect it from cold, drying winds. For potted plants, ensure regular feeding and watering, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. 

Consider investing in a soaker hose to help keep your plants well-watered without having to think about it, especially during hotter weather.

Growth and Pruning 

This bamboo grows more slowly than other types of bamboo, forming denser clumps and remaining compact, typically reaching 3-4  meters in height. It is ideal as a specimen plant, windbreak, or exotic privacy screen. It is as wide as it is tall. 

Due to its slower growth, Fargesia requires less frequent pruning. To keep it healthy and manageable, remove weak, dead, or damaged canes down to ground level throughout the year and clear debris from the base. Enhance the appearance of the canes by removing lower foliage, either by snapping off side branches or cutting them with secateurs. This improves airflow and promotes growth. In spring, yellowing and dropping of leaves are normal as new growth emerges, though some old leaves may remain attached and turn brown and papery. 

Characteristics 

  • Clump forming purple new shoots that mature into green canes with white papery sheaths 
  • Compact and dense evergreen pale-green foliage 
  • Slower growth rate compared to other types of bamboo 
  • Can reach up to 3-4 Meters in height once established 
  • Winter Hardy, shelter from strong winds. 
  • Pot grown (year-round purchase) 

Bamboo Fargesia Ruffa 20 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.

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