The genus Bamboo fargesia includes more than 80 different types of bamboo, which in this country are often sold simply as garden bamboo. Some Fargesia can grow up to six meters high, others are content with a height of 1.5 m.
The different varieties of bamboo Fargesia differ, among other things, in their location requirements
Since Fargesia are hardy and do not form rhizomes, they are very popular as garden plants. They do not overgrow the whole garden uncontrollably, as can happen with rhizome-forming bamboo species, and they survive frost down to - 25 °C quite well.
"Chinese Wonders"
You can get a red bamboo in the plant trade under the name "Chinese Wonder". The intense red colored culms of this species are not only eponymous but also very decorative. Under optimal growth conditions, the culms will continue to grow in the second year and can easily double in length.
In cool regions it grows very upright and can reach a height of 4 m. In a milder climate, it grows more like a fountain and doesn't get quite as high. Red bamboo prefers a sunny to semi-shady spot in the garden. The more sun it gets, the more intense the color of the stalks become.
The Muriel Bamboo
The Muriel bamboo (Bambus fargesia murielae) grows particularly quickly and tolerates almost any soil. It is also considered to be particularly undemanding and easy to care for. Therefore, this strain is particularly suitable for beginners.
Fargesia nitida
The Fargesia nitida or dark green umbrella bamboo is ideal for planting in a garden pond or as a solitary plant. It does not like full sun but prefers shade or partial shade and a wind-protected spot. When fully grown, it reaches a height of about three meters. The culms of Fargesia nitida are initially green with white dusting, becoming dark and bluish black with age. However, the black bamboo is a completely different plant.
Interesting varieties of bamboo fargesia:
- Fargesia nitida: Dark green umbrella bamboo, height up to 3 m, tolerates shade and frost down to - 28 °C
- "Chinese Wonder": Red bamboo, up to 4 m high, bright red culms, preferably sunny location
- Fargesia murielae: very undemanding and well tolerated by soil
tips
Always choose your bamboo according to the location, so you can enjoy your plants for longer.