Dragon Head Bamboo 180MM

Fargesia dracocephala 'Rufa'

I am Dragon Head Bamboo. My family originated from western China.

Habit Shrub - Non-Invasive/Clumping

Plant family Poaceae

I am one of the “Dragon Head” bamboos. I feature glossy green stems with rusty red hues and am fast growing. I am a non-invasive clump-forming bamboo that quickly grows to a height of around 1.8 to 2.4 metres with a maximum height around 3 metres. Upright when young my canes will arch under the weight of my foliage as I age. My elegant form sways beautifully in the slightest breeze I am a good choice for container planting where my upright and gently curved habit will enhance a paved space. I am one of the Bamboos eaten by Giant Pandas. I am low maintenance clumping bamboo easy to grow, compact and very hardy.

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I am a non-invasive fast growing clumping bamboo featuring green stems with rusty red hues

I grow well container planted to provide screening and atmosphere

Particularly hardy and fast growing I can be kept narrow with pruning excellent for screening

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI do best in full sun or partially shaded locations but my stems with be redder grown in brighter conditions

Height: 3m Width: 2.2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m)(Size at point of sale approx. 90cm including pot)

Water needs: MediumI will perform at my best with consistent moisture but tolerate dry spells

I am happy in most soils but prefer soils with reasonable drainage

Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Coastal tolerant Red, Green, Purple foliage

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
In pots and other containers
As a hedge or screening plant

Tips for success

Hardy and fast growing I cope with frost and extremes of temperature

Suggested spacing: 1.5m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

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Ask your retailer for Dragon Head Bamboo by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.

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