Fargesia robusta
This picture is of a two year old planting in one of our propagation beds. You can easily see how it is doubling in size from the previous years growth. It already has some shoots over 6′ tall. Fargesia robusta makes a narrow screen, being taller, more upright and more robust than some of the other Fargesia’s, particularly nitida and murielae. Ours are planted in the full sun, easily taking over 100º f. Dark green foliage and light green culms. New shoots are red. This bamboo adds great color to any garden.
Minimum temperature: 0°f
USDA zone 5-9, find your zone here Maya Gardens Inc – USDA zone map
Light: Sun or shade
Culm: Green
Uses: Specimen, hedge, container, screen, windbreak.
Distribution: Northwest China.
Spread: Clumping.
Planting and care
Pricing:
The cost of of each plant includes UPS ground in the continental U.S., packaging and handling, wilt proofing your order and moisture polymers to keep your plants watered during shipping. The “#” size refers to the size container the plant is grown in. The smaller the “#”, the smaller the size container. Younger plants will be in the smaller “#” sizes. A #1 size is the smallest size we grow in and will have the youngest plants. These are generally 1-2 years old. A #5 container is the largest size that we ship UPS and will have the largest, most established plants. These are generally 3-5 years old. These are the traditional gallon size containers. The actual size of the plant will vary, depending on the variety. Please visit our home page for current shipping information. Product samples. International customers.
