Fargesia nitida Viking is a hybrid bamboo, a cross between Fargesia nitida and murielae.
This elegant hybrid clump-forming bamboo is non-invasive, it does not need a barrier because of its tight clump-forming nature.
Best qualities of Fargesia nitida 'Viking’
Perfect for small gardens and pots or containers or grown as a single plant. It prefers partially shaded sites with higher humidity.
Like other Fargesia bamboos, the bamboo 'Viking' will thrive in nutrient-rich soil and where there is good moisture.
The foliage and edges can be pruned to give a compacted evergreen hedge, stunning purple to green stems and non-invasive
Clump-forming bamboo plants for sale
Here is where to buy the clump-forming bamboo plants online.
We listed some top UK Home and Garden bamboo suppliers like Crocus and YouGarden.
Also, check out Amazon bamboo suppliers.
Growth features
- Name: Fargesia nitida 'Viking'.
- Culms: purple to green canes.
- Leaves: slender, dark green, evergreen.
- Max. Height: 2-4 metres.
- Spread: Grow out of the base clump, non-invasive.
- Winterhardiness: - 25 degrees Celsius.
- Uses: Versatile plant- screens, hedges, ornamental, pot, etc.
- Site: Part-shade – south-facing, sunny, good moisture.
Benefits of Growing Fargesia Nitida Bamboo
The Chinese Fountain Bamboo plants are great for part-shade and sunny areas.
This exotic Chinese bamboo is also good for screening, creating an evergreen backdrop or growing along an elevated site, but preferably in part-shaded areas.
Create an exotic bamboo garden
Here are some articles packed with tips and step-by-step guides for bamboo growers.
- 1. How to propagate bamboos from seeds
- 2. How to propagate bamboos from culm cuttings
- 3. How to propagate bamboos from rhizome cuttings
- 4. Common Fargesia Nitida Group of Bamboo Plants in the UK - Feature
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