Fargesia rufa

Fountain Bamboo, Dragonhead Bamboo

(21 customer reviews)

From: £24.95

A handsome, fountain shaped bamboo that provides unique evergreen texture to any space. Lush green foliage and yellow canes are complimented by pleasing orange-pink sheaths as new growth pushes early in the season.

Fargesia rufa grows vigorously but is a clump forming bamboo, making it easier to control than more aggressive invasive bamboos. Despite this, the individual canes are well spaced which gives it the aesthetic appeal of running bamboos without so much difficulty controlling it.

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Origin: Western China
Genus: Fargesia
Species / Cultivar: rufa
Common Name: Fountain Bamboo, Dragonhead Bamboo

Plant Biography

Fargesia rufa is native to China, where it’s an important food source for Giant Pandas and is referred to as ‘Long-Tou Zhu’, meaning ‘dragon head bamboo’.

It evolved primarily as an understory plant in mountainous forests, growing under pines on slopes and along stream banks, where it can receive the large amount of water it requires.

Fargesia rufa
Soil: Moist but Well Drained
Soil that allows water to drain at a moderate rate, without the water pooling.
Growth Rate: Medium
Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.
Water Requirement: High
Likely to require supplementary watering in warmer months, even once established.
Maintenance: Low
Minimal skill or input needed beyond the basics, a very independent plant.
Situation: Part Shade
Enjoys several hours of direct sunlight but may enjoy dappling or shade at midday.
Eventual Height: 2m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 1.5m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Will survive unprotected outdoors in most areas of the UK, even in the harshest winters.
Habit: Evergreen
Always in leaf throughout the year. It won't lose all its leaves at any one time.

Expert Tip

If planted in a pot you may have to water the bamboo almost every day during the hottest summer months, depending upon the size of the pot.
Fargesia rufa In The Garden

Fargesia rufa In The Garden

This perennial bamboo is a relative newcomer to cultivation, but has become particularly sought after for creating privacy screens, hedges and acoustic barriers for gardens, whilst staying under 2 metres tall.

In the wild it’s found growing alongside Rhododendrons, Hydrangeas and Mahonias, all of which make perfect planting companions in your garden!

It’s also perfect choice to compliment larger leaved plants with a similarly tropical look, such as Fatsia japonica or hardy bananas.
Care & Size Guidance

Care & Size Guidance

Bamboo have a very high water requirement. During drier and hotter periods an irrigation system can help keep the plants well watered, and applying a layer of mulch helps prevent the soil from drying out too fast.
Very pleased with my bamboo, exactly as described, delivered overnight , well packaged. Looks beautiful as a backdrop to my Japanese style garden.

Judith K

Very pleased with my bamboo, exactly as described, delivered overnight , well packaged. Looks beautiful as a backdrop to my Japanese style garden.

21 customer reviews for Fargesia rufa

Great healthy bamboos. Very pleased with my order.

Stephen hancock –

Plant received today. Beautiful large healthy specimen and fantastic price. The Palm Center never fail to impress. Always my no:1 go to supplier

Trish –

Customer service was exemplary. Plant arrived very quickly in good condition and well protected. Replacing a F. Murielae after an accident so should be an ideal replacement. Thanks PalmCentre 🙂

CJ –

Beautiful plants. Bought 2, arrived earlier than expected, thank you. Well packaged and plants in superb condition. Cant wait for them to grow.

Lawrence Chong –

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