Fargesia murielae Luca Umbrella Bamboo [Clump-forming Bamboo]

Grow Fargesia murielae Luca is an exceptionally low-growing small umbrella bamboo, no more than a metre at full height. This clump-forming bamboo was the 2018 RHS Chelsea Plant of the Year contender.

Luda is ideal for ground cover and pots because of its dense (umbrella) evergreen foliage low down on the ground. 

If you want a small compact umbrella bamboo, the Dwarf  Umbrella Bamboo (Fargesia murielae Luca) is the best choice.

Characteristics Fargesia murielae Luca

• Identification: Fargesia murielae Luca, Umbrella Bamboo, Dwarf Umbrella Bamboo Luca.
• Foliage: Shiny green, narrow, pointed leaves.
• Culm: Green culm matures to yellow.
• Height:  0.5m, small bamboo.
• Spread: 0.5 – 1.5m, clmp-forming, non-invasive
• Use: Excellent pot plant, small hedge, undergrowth, landscaping.
• Perennial: 20 years.

You can buy the clumping bamboo online, check out the UK shops selling clump-forming bamboo plants.

Fargesia Bamboo Growth Conditions

• Site: Full sun, part shade and shade.
• Soil: Loam fertile soil, needs plant feed.
• Moisture: Well-drained and moist.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy bamboo, tolerates chilly conditions

Special qualities of Fargesia murielae Luca

Fargesia murielae Luca, also known as the Dwarf Umbrella Bamboo Luca. This non-invasive bamboo grows to a metre at full height and spreads the same distance, perfect for a pot plant or undergrowth or for landscaping.

This small bamboo is a standout due to its slender green leaves and green/yellow stout canes with the thick crowded foliage. 

There is no doubt Fargesia murielae Luca is perfect for small gardens, urban courtyards or pots and containers.

Bamboo Fargesia Luca is fully hardy. It grows well in sun and shade. This small umbrella bamboo provides a Tropical atmosphere where its planted, whether in pots on terraces or in a small garden as undergrowth.

It is perhaps important to note that, unlike the other Umbrella Bamboo Plants, both the new and old  Dwarf Bamboo Luca will require plant feed (or NPK fertiliser) and water on a regular basis.

Where to Buy Fargesia murielae Luca

We’ve compiled a list of the reputable Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price. 

Click on the link, and find out where to buy clumping bamboo plants.

How to Care for Small Umbrella Bamboo

The cultivator ‘Luca’ requires close care and attention compared to the other bamboo varieties. Lucas’ slender leaves lose water very quickly through transpiration, therefore it will need water in Spring and Summer.

'Luca' grows well in partial shade and shade locations and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.

Remove any dead, diseased, or damaged canes and apply plant feed (or NPK fertilisers) in Spring to promote new and healthy growth.

Although Fargesia murielae Luca is hardy and tolerant of pest and diseases, there is a number of natural threats you should be mindful of. Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth.

Here are the common natural threats that are likely to affect the growth of your Fargesia murielae Luca:

• New leaves, bamboo shoots and rhizomes tips are susceptible to slug attack.
• Frozen soil damages the exposed root hairs and rhizomes.
• Strong winds damage the tender new culms.

Nurture Fargesia murielae Luca

To avoid the natural threats to your bamboo plants, do these:

• Add organic mulch.
• Tie the culms to poles/stakes
• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo.
• Generally, the bamboo plants thrive in well-aerated loam, or sand and loose clay soil but the older plants will require fertiliser and moisture, at least, once in Spring. 

Check to see if they are putting out new shoots, or whether the leaves and soil are in good condition.

This clump-forming bamboo loves moist soil, but not waterlogged soil. The roots hairs will decay very quickly in waterlogged soil. Something to avoid if you are growing a new bamboo purchase.

Read about the Best Soil for Growing Bamboo Plants.

Fargesia murielae Luca Dwarf Umbrella Bamboo

Fargesia murielae Luca is an Umbrella Bamboo that stands out from the other small Umbrella Bamboo we feature in Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP).

Identifiably, Bamboo Luca’s best features are its yellow-green small stems, compact foliage and low and low hanging branches.

If you want to give a small compact space, undergrowth or front hedge a Tropical look, this small bamboo will do the job.

5 Small Bamboo Plants for Gardens and Pots

Here is a unique selection of Small Fargesia Bamboo Plants we feature here at Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP) that are similar to Fargesia murielae Luca.

1. Fargesia murielae Lava
2. Scabrida Asian Wonder
3. Robusta Bamboo Collection
4. Frosty Bamboo Angustissima 
5. Fargesia murielae Bimbo Small Bamboo

The small bamboo plants are ideal for contained spaces and small gardens and hedges. 

They are also fantastic for landscaping and tolerant to extreme variations in weather and soil conditions. Some of these small bamboos are hardy down to – 20 degrees Celsius.

Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP) Information

Watching the bamboo hedge dancing in the wind or standing among the white snowfall providing the evergreen cover is a wonderful experience. You can create this experience wherever you are with the right bamboo.

The Care and Maintenance information we provide on Fargesia murielae Luca is based on our experience with bamboo that we grow in the Garden. 

Additionally, data on Growth Requirements and Qualities of the bamboos are from reliable sources within the UK like the RHS, Local Garden Centres and our Affiliate Partners.

We can help you find the right bamboo to meet your expectation. Let us know what your requirements are. Leave a comment below.

Fargesia murielae Jumbo Umbrella Bamboo [Clump-forming]

Fargesia murielae Jumbo is a fast-growing, tall Umbrella Bamboo with evergreen foliage and light green culms. It grows well in contained spaces and likes sunny spots and partly shaded areas.

This clump-forming bamboo thrives in pots and containers, ideal for terraces, balconies and patios. 

Also an excellent choice for an individual plant or a garden centrepiece.

Fargesia murielae Jumbo for Sale

Standing Stone Bamboo is a beautiful ornamental bamboo, an ideal choice for tall-growing hedges or screens, or as an individual plant.

To buy Fargesia Murieliae Simba, here is where to buy clumping bamboo plants. We listed some top UK Home and Garden retailers like Crocus and YouGarden.

Click on the link/s where you’ll be directed to top UK Bamboo Suppliers. 

You can check the latest prices before buying the bamboo that suits your budget. (Let us know if you have a particular choice of bamboo that we can help with).

Fargesia Bamboo Features

• Identification: Fargesia murielae 'Jumbo', Umbrella Bamboo.
• Foliage: Lime green, broad leaves.
• Culm colour: Tall yellowish-green arching stems.
• Height: 3 – 5m, fast-growing.
• Spread: Clump-forming, non-spreading bamboo.
• Use: Hedge, screen, individual plant.

Growth requirements

• Site: Sun to part shade.
• Soil: well-drained moist, loam or sand and clay.
• Hardiness: - 15 degrees Celsius.

Grow Umbrella Bamboo Fargesia Murielae Jumbo 

Fargesia murielae Jumbo is one of the popular Umbrella Bamboo plants to grow in the mild temperate region including the UK. 

This clump-forming bamboo can grow to 5m, producing beautiful lime green leaves and greenish-yellow culms.

The Fargesia murielae Jumbo is, in fact, a very versatile plant fit for many purposes both indoor and outdoor. 

Its fast-growing nature makes it the best candidate among the Fargesia murielae variety for hedges and screens.

Arching stems and evergreen foliage gives the ‘umbrella’ effect when planted as an individual plant or as a garden centrepiece.

Jumbo Bamboo is not massive at all compared to other large bamboo plants. 

But it is a tall plant if you compare it to the Fergasia murielae and Fargesia nitida varieties. 

It is a well-behaved non-invasive bamboo, best for terraces, patios, small gardens and ceramic/clay pots and containers. Grow in spots where there is 4 - 5 hours of sunlight.

Nurture Fargesia murielae Bamboo Plants

Growing bamboo in a non-native climate requires care and protection, especially when they are newly planted.

Although bamboo plants are tolerant, there is a number of natural threats. Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth. Here are the common dangers:

• The new leaves, shoots and rhizomes tips are susceptible to slug attack.
• Frozen soil can cause damage to the root hairs and rhizomes.
•  Strong winds can damage the new culms.

Protect Fergasia Murielae Bamboo Plants

To avoid the natural threats to your bamboo plants, do these:

• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo,
• Add organic mulch.
• Tie the culms to poles/stakes (See this video – How to Protect Bamboo from Heavy Wind and Snow)

The Jumbo Bamboo plants do not need fertilisers if you are using nutrient-rich soil. Generally, bamboo plants thrive in well-aerated loam, sand and loose clay soil.

This clump-forming bamboo loves moist soil, but not waterlogged soil because the root hairs will decay very quickly in it, not what you’d want to see.

Propagate Fargesia murielae Jumbo

There are three ways to propagate bamboo plants:

• from the seeds, or
• by culm and rhizome cuttings, or
• by culm separation.

20+ Fargesia Bamboo Varieties

Fargesia murielae ‘Jumbo’ (umbrella bamboo) is a tall arching, clump-forming bamboo, closely resembling Fargesia nitida varieties, but with yellowish-green stems.

These 5 Fergasia Bamboo plants have features similar to the Umbrella Bamboo ‘Jumbo’.

1. Rufa Bamboo
2. Nitida Black Pearl
3. Robusta Campbell
4. Nitida Jiuzhaigou Bamboo
5. Fargesia Scabrida Asian Wonder Umbrella Bamboo

Umbrella Bamboo UK

We did extensive research on the popular bamboo plants in the UK and, carefully, gathered the qualities and features so that you can find the one that suits you.

Check out our collections of over 20 Fargesia murielae and Fargesia nitida bamboo plants on our Featured Bamboo page. 

These bamboo plants are amazing, they come in various sizes, shapes, colours, and formations.

The Fargesia clumping bamboo plants are non-spreading, forming clusters of rigorous stems and clumps. There are best for small hedges and privacy screens. 

They thrive in pots and containers, and in small spaces like the terrace and balconies.

Someone said, ‘there is just the right bamboo for every garden’. Study the features carefully and identify a clump-forming bamboo that is suitable for your garden.

Fargesia murielae Lava Umbrella Bamboo [Clumping Bamboo]

Fargesia murielae Lava is a small, bushy evergreen Umbrella Bamboo, non-invasive and undemanding. 

Known for its dense and compact arching foliage close to the ground. 

If you want a small bamboo to grow in a contained space or for a low hedge or screen, Fargesia murielae Lava is the best option.

Fargesia murielae Lava Characteristics

• Identification: Fargesia murielae Lava, Umbrella Bamboo, Small Bamboo Lava.
• Foliage: Bushy dense green foliage.
• Culm: Striking yellow-green stem.
• Height: 2m, small bamboo.
• Spread: 1 – 2m, does not spread, well-behaved bamboo.
• Use: Excellent container plant, small hedge or screen, landscape.
• Perennial: 10 – 20 years.

Bamboo Growth Conditions

• Site: Full sun to part shade and shade.
• Soil: Loam, sand and clay.
• Moisture: Well-drained and moist.
• Hardiness: (To be updated)

Buy Fargesia Bamboo Plants UK

We’ve compiled a list of the reputable Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price. 

Click on the link to check out the UK Home & Garden retailers selling clumping bamboo plants.

How to Select Bamboo Fargesia Murielae

Before buying a bamboo plant, check out the features because they will help you to select the bamboo that meets your expectation. 

The 5 tips below will guide you to select the right Bamboo Fargesia Murielae.

• Size of your pot/container.
• Height of your hedge or screen.
• How far does the bamboo spread?
• How cold does it get in Winter (see hardiness)?
• Space or area where you want to plant the bamboo.

Grow Bamboo Fargesia murielae Lava

Fargesia murielae Lava is similar to Fargesia murielae Simba, however, it is smaller, compact and miniature in appearance. Simba is taller by 2 - 3 m than its small cousins.

Fargesia varieties, and especially the murielae bamboos, are less demanding compared to the other Fargesia Robusta group of bamboo plants. 

The small clump-forming bamboo plants like the Fargesia murielae Lava are best for small and contained spaces

They are brilliant for creating Tropical effects with their broad and elongated leaves and dense foliage. 

Lava can grow at a rate of 0.3 to 1.0 metres in a year in the UK. This small bamboo is tough and tolerant of pests and natural threats like wind or snow.

On average, this fast-growing miniature bamboo can reach its full height (of ~2m) in 3 - 5 years. 

After that, it will remain evergreen for an estimated 10 – 20 years under the right growing conditions and care.

Uses of Bamboo Fargesia murielae Lava

This clump-forming non-invasive (small) bamboo is the best choice for small hedges and screens. Fargesia murielae Lava thrives as pot plants and indoor container plants. 

Bamboo Lava adapts well to confined spaces. One reason why it makes a good container plant is its compact ‘Umbrella’ effect. Stunning in Summer.

Another reason for this non-invasive Umbrella Bamboo is the eye-catching contrasting colours. 

In fact, the broad dark green leaves and arching branches and slender yellow-green culms make it the best choice for small bamboo.

Here are some tips to grow this small plant indoor.

Maintain Bamboo Fargesia murielae Lava

To avoid the natural threats to your bamboo plants, do these:

• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo.
• Tie the culms to poles/stakes
• Add organic mulch.

Generally, the bamboo plants thrive in well-aerated loam, or sand and loose clay soil but the older plants will require fertiliser and moisture, at least, once in Spring. 

Check to see if they are putting out new shoots, or whether the leaves and soil are in good condition.

This clump-forming bamboo loves moist soil, but not waterlogged soil. Something to avoid if you are growing a new bamboo plant. 

Propagate Fargesia murielae Lava

There are three ways to propagate bamboo plants from the seeds, or by culm and rhizome cuttings, or culm separation.

Some bamboo growers have successfully used the conventional ‘Layering’ as the fourth way to propagate large bamboos. 

However, propagating bamboos from the cuttings and by separation is, by far, the two popular ways many gardeners use in the UK.

We give a detailed insight into different methods of propagating bamboo plants in this video.

Fargesia murielae Lava Small Umbrella Bamboo

Fargesia murielae Lava is an Umbrella Bamboo that stands out from the other small Umbrella Bamboo we feature in Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP).

Identifiably, Bamboo Lava’s best features are its yellow-green small stems, compact foliage and low and low hanging branches.

If you want to give a small compact space (or undergrowth or front hedge) a serene tropical look, this small bamboo will do the job.

Fargesia murielae Standing Stone Arrow Bamboo [Clump-forming]

Fargesia murielae Standing Stone is an upright (tall) Umbrella Bamboo also known as the Flaming or arrow bamboo for its tall and straight canes.

Newly introduced clump-forming bamboo is exceptionally hardy and tolerant to poor soil conditions. 

Upright, tight clump-forming bamboo, ideal as an individual plant or grown in pots and containers. Standing Stone is also a good option for a tall hedge and privacy fence.

Buy Fargesia Murielae Standing Stone

Standing Stone Bamboo is a beautiful ornamental bamboo, an ideal choice for tall-growing hedges or screens, or as an individual plant.

To buy Fargesia Murieliae Simba, here is where to buy clumping bamboo plants. We listed some top UK Home & Garden retailers online like Crocus and YouGarden.

Click on the link/s where you’ll be directed to top UK Bamboo Suppliers. 

You can check the latest prices before buying the bamboo that suits your budget. (Let us know if you have a particular choice of bamboo that we can help with).

Fargesia murielae Standing Stone Features

• Identification: Fargesia murielae 'Standing Stone', Umbrella Bamboo, Arrow Bamboo, Flamingo, Green Arrow.
• Foliage: Arch-forming, evergreen.
• Culm colour: Yellow-green.
• Height: Upright, 5m.
• Spread: clump-forming, non-spreading bamboo.
• Perennial: 10 – 20 years.
• Use: Individual plants, containers, ornamental; canes are exceptional bamboo sticks for garden plants

Growth requirements

• Site: Best in full sun, tolerates shade, avoid windy locations.
• Soil: Prefers Loamy or clay, well-drained moist, doesn’t like compacted soil.
• Hardiness: - 10 degrees Celsius.
• Care: Protect new growth from slugs, susceptible to wind and heavy snow.

Maintain Fargesia murielae Standing Stone

Bamboo Standing Stone is a tall slim clump-forming Fergasia Murielae. 

Although the culms have strength in numbers, the new culms stand little chance against the strong wind. They'll sway and bend easily.

Grow Fargesia murielae Standing Stone away from the wind. 

Alternatively, support the culm by tying them together. [Here is a YouTube video about How to Protect Bamboo from the wind and snow.]

Care for Standing Stone Bamboo

Slugs adore the new bamboo plants (shoots and rhizomes tips). Apply the Snail and Slug Killer to protect the new growth. 

The best time to apply the Snail and Bug Killers is early Spring when new growths are prominent.

Fargesia murielae ‘Standing Stone’ is a tall Fargesia clump-forming bamboo. Though it is a tolerant and tough bamboo, it needs protection from the wind.

This clump-forming bamboo forms a tightly packed cluster of arching stems and evergreen foliage, that emerges into a thicker hedge or screen.

Apply fertiliser if or when necessary. 

Alternatively, add mulch in early in Spring, ideally before the new shoot growth. This will improve the condition of the soil and give a healthy Standing Stone bamboo.

20+ Fargesia Murielae Bamboo Cultivars

The Umbrella Bamboo (Fargesia murielae Standing Stone) is as arching, clump-forming bamboo, closely resembling Fargesia murielae varieties.

Here are five Umbrella Bamboo plants that are closely related to the Standing Stone.

1. Fargesia murielae 'Jumbo'
2. Robusta Campbell Umbrella Bamboo
3. Nitida Obelisk Hybrid Umbrella Bamboo
4. Fargesia murielae Simba Umbrella Bamboo
5. Fargesia Nitida Winter Joy Fountain Bamboo

We did extensive research on the popular bamboo plants in the UK and, carefully, gathered the qualities and features so that you can find the one that suits you.

Check out our collections of over 20 Fargesia murielae and Fargesia nitida bamboo plants. Alternatively, use the search bar (on the right) if you are looking for a particular bamboo.

We present the information in a simplified version where you can easily identify the bamboo that suits you.

Amazing Garden Bamboo Plants

Bamboos are amazing plants. They come in various sizes, shapes, colours, and formations.

Although some varieties (Phyllostachys) are invasive, they are manageable. They need care when they are newly planted. Once establish, you only have to check on them and enjoy the evergreen plant.

Fargesia bamboo varieties are non-spreading and form clusters of rigorous stems. These bamboo plants are best for small hedges and privacy fences. 

They thrive in pots and containers, and as individual plants.

Bamboo is fast-growing, provides cover fast and last longer than many other perennial. They are tough and tolerant plants.

Ornamental Garden Bamboo Plants

The garden and containers bamboo plants are evergreen all year round and tolerant to hardy conditions. 

They provide greenery all season, always a joy to watch the hedge dancing in the wind or standing among the white snowfall.

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Fargesia Scabrida Asian Wonder Bamboo [Clump-forming Bamboo]

Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder Garden Qualities: Asian Wonder Bamboo has an outstanding culm colouration, evergreen clump-forming bamboo. Ideal for hedges, privacy fences or large pots and containers. Asian Wonder thrives in the UK.

It's winterhardy and tolerant to different soil types.

Clumping Bamboo Plants for Sale

We’ve compiled a list of reputable Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price. 

Find out where to buy clumping bamboo plants from the UK Home & Garden retailers online.

Bamboo plants for sale: Crocus and YouGarden

Common Features of Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder

• Identification: Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder, Fargesia robusta 'Asian Wonder', Red Umbrella Bamboo.
• Foliage: slender green drooping leaves.
• Culm colour: Beautiful purplish red, matures to green.
• Height: Small-medium bamboo, reaches 3m.
• Spread: Clump-forming, non-invasive bamboo.

Growth requirement

• Site: Full sun to partial shade, colouration not prominent in shade.
• Soil: well-drained, moist soil.
• Use: Hedge, narrow privacy fence, large pot and containers.
• Hardiness: very hardy, tolerant to -20 degrees Celsius.

Grow Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder

Fargesia Asian Wonder is a clump-forming Umbrella Bamboo, also known as the Fargesia Robusta Asian Wonder. 

This bamboo is a standout among the Fargesia group due to its beautiful stem colouration which starts purplish bright red and eventually changes to green as it matures.

The thick drooping leaves and upright culms are ideal for garden hedging or natural privacy fencing. It is also an excellent choice for individual plants and large pots and containers.

This clump-forming evergreen bamboo thrives in well-drained moist soil. It does not like compacted soils or very dry soil.

The leaves and culms' colourations are prominent where there is enough sun. 

To get the best of this bamboo, plant it where there is enough sunlight. Ideally, away from the shade of larger trees and buildings.

If you grow Fargesia Asian Wonder in pots and containers, ensure that it receives enough light.

Fargesia Bamboo Care

Asian Wonder, like other Umbrella Bamboo plants, is tolerant to different soil types and seasonal weather changes.

Although this bamboo is undemanding, it will need care. Its roots and leaves are susceptible to dry soil conditions and frozen soil.

If the bamboo leaves turn yellow or curl, or the culms browning indicate that the soil

• lacks nutrients, or
• is too dry, or
• is compacted.

Take immediate action to revive your bamboo before the new bamboo growths appear in Spring.

Add fertilisers or organic mulch such as bark or grass cuttings mixed with bark and twigs to keep the soil moist. Do something to improve the soil condition.

Bamboo protection

Here are some pointers for protecting bamboo when planting a new plant or propagating the cuttings. 

Although bamboo plants are undemanding, the new plants and tall plants are susceptible to natural threats.

Here are some tips for protecting Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder

• Grow the bamboo away from windy locations.
• Slugs like the new shoots and rhizome tips. Add Slug and Snail Killer (early in Spring) to protect the new growths.
• Apply NPK or organic fertiliser and mulch (early in Spring).
• Prune and remove old culms (4 – 5 years old) to promote new growth.
• Tie back or direct new culms into the cluster (Base-clumps).

Propagate Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder

There are four ways to propagate bamboo. Propagation by:

• Seed,
• Culm and Rhizome Cuttings,
• Culm-base Separation, or
• Conventional Branch Layering.

Propagating the Umbrella Bamboo plants by separation is probably the most reliable method in the UK, it gives the best result too.

Most Fargesia bamboo plants, including newly introduced varieties like Scabrida Asian Wonder, are tolerant to pests and diseases in the UK. 

Nevertheless, the new shoots and rhizomes tips are prone to slugs attacks. Slugs love the tender new growths.

When propagating bamboo plants, protect the new growths by adding Slug and Snail Killer. The slugs can wipe off the tender growths if left unprotected. 

[This video shows Slugs damaging new bamboo shoots in one visit]

20+ Fargesia Bamboo Varieties

Umbrella Bamboos Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder and Simba are known to have been in Europe, a fairly recent inclusion to the Fargesia nitida and Fargesia Murielae varieties.

Unsurprisingly, these bamboo plants are growing in popularity and are favourites among many UK gardeners.

Here are 6 umbrella bamboo plants that thrive in the UK, ideal for small spaces, gardens and contained spaces:

1. Fargesia murielae Simba Umbrella Bamboo
2. Robusta Campbell Umbrella Bamboo
3. Fargesia murielae 'Jumbo'
4. Nitida Obelisk Hybrid Umbrella Bamboo
5. Fargesia Nitida Winter Joy Fountain Bamboo
6. Fergasia murielae Standing Stone

Grow Clump-forming Bamboo Plants

Bamboos are amazing plants. They come in various sizes, shapes, colours, and formations.

Although some varieties (Phyllostachys) are invasive, they are easily manageable. Once established, you only have to check on them and enjoy the evergreen plant.

The Fargrsia murielae varieties are non-spreading, form clusters of rigorous stems and are evergreen all year round. They are best for hedges and privacy screens or in small gardens as ornamental plants.

The Umbrella Bamboo thrives in pots and containers, and in small spaces like the terrace and balconies. 

Let us know what your requirements are – we will suggest a bamboo that is right for you based on the qualities and features of the bamboo plants. 

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Fargesia Borinda Angustissima Non-invasive Clumping Bamboo

Fargesia Borinda Angustissima is a highly attractive non-invasive, clump-forming bamboo plant. Its arching culms are covered in beautiful slender green leaves all year round.

Borinda Angustissima is known for its crimson-purple shoots, lime green culms, creamy sheaths and frosty leaves giving it a white powdery appearance. 

Fargesia Angustissima Borinda is a great non-invasive, evergreen, clumping bamboo plant, low maintenance.

Buy Fargesia Angustissima Borinda

We’ve compiled a list of reputable Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price.

Find out where to buy clumping bamboo plants from the UK Home & Garden retailers online.

Bamboo plants for sale: Crocus and YouGarden

Features

• Identification: Fargesia murielae Angustissima, Borinda Angustissima, Umbrella Bamboo.
• Foliage: Green slender leaves.
• Culm colour: Lime green arching stems.
• Height: Medium to tall bamboo, 2 - 4m, fast-growing.
• Spread: 2 – 3, clump-forming, non-spreading bamboo.
• Uses: Hedge, screen, individual plant, contained spaces.
• Perennial: 10 -20 years.

Growth requirements

• Site: Sun to part shade.
• Soil: loam or sand and clay.
• Moisture: well-drained moist, do not overwater.
• Hardiness: - 15 degrees Celsius.

Grow Borinda Fargesia murielae Angustissima

Fargesia murielae Angustissima (commonly known as Borinda Angustissima) is a stunning Fargesia Umbrella Bamboo with fine narrow leaves, and lime green arching stems covered with white frosty sheaths.

At 2 -4m, Borinda is of medium height compared to the other Umbrella Bamboo cousins. This clump-forming non-invasive bamboo is best for small hedging and privacy screen.

It also grows well in confined spaces, ideal for small gardens, large pots and containers. A fantastic plant for terraces and patios.

Another cousin of Angustissima is the stunning Fargesia Blue Dragon Papyrifera Borinda.

Nurture Fargesia Borinda Angustissima

Although bamboo plants are tolerant, there is a number of natural threats. Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth. So, growing bamboo requires care and protection, especially when they are newly planted.

Here are the common dangers:

• New leaves, shoots and rhizomes tips are susceptible to slug attack.
• Frozen soil can cause damage to the root hairs and rhizomes.
• Strong winds can damage the new culms.

Protect Borinda Angustissima Bamboo

To avoid the natural threats to your bamboo plants, do these:

• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo,
• Add organic mulch.
• Tie the culms to poles/stakes (See this video – How to Protect Bamboo from Heavy Wind and Snow)

Generally, the bamboo plants thrive in well-aerated loam, or sand and loose clay soil but the older plants will require fertiliser and moisture, at least, once in Spring. Check for new shoots, or whether the leaves and soil are in good condition.

This clump-forming bamboo loves moist soil, but the root hairs will decay very quickly in waterlogged soil.

Propagate Fargesia Borinda Angustissima

There are three ways to propagate bamboo plants:

• from the seeds, or
• by culm and rhizome cuttings, or
• by culm separation.

Some people have successfully used conventional ‘Layering’ as the fourth way to propagate large bamboo. 

However, propagating bamboos from the cuttings and by separation is, by far, the two popular ways many gardeners use in the UK.

If you are propagating bamboo plants either from the rhizome or culm cuttings or planting a recent purchase, protect the new growths. 

Add Slug and Snail Killer around the new plants, the slugs can wipe off the tender growths if left unprotected.

20+ Fargesia Bamboo Varieties

Fargesia murielae Borinda Angustissima is an Umbrella Bamboo similar to the other Fargesia murielae varieties, but with lime-green stems, and powdery white sheaths with a peculiar frosty appearance.

Here is a unique selection of the other stunning Fargesia murielae Bamboo plants under the Umbrella Bamboo label.

1. Fargesia Standing Stone
2. Jumbo Umbrella Bamboo
3. Fargesia Scabrida Asian Wonder
4. Murielae Simba Umbrella Bamboo
5. Robusta Campbell Umbrella Bamboo

Grow Invasive or Non-invasive Bamboo Plants

Bamboos are amazing plants. They come in various sizes, shapes, colours, and formations.

Although some varieties (Phyllostachys) are invasive, they are manageable. 

Many varieties thrive in the UK. We list over 50 running and clump-forming bamboo here.

The Fargesia varieties are clump-forming and non-invasive. They form clusters of rigorous stems and base clumps. 

Fargesia Angustissima Borinda is a great non-invasive, evergreen, clumping bamboo plant, low maintenance.

They are best for hedges and privacy screens, pots and containers or grown as a standalone plant.

What Clumping Bamboos to Grow - Umbrella Plants

Umbrella bamboo plants have tall stems and ‘dense foliage'. 

They are clumping bamboo plants.

The thick arching foliage of these bamboos forms a formidable over-hanging shape like an umbrella, thus the name Umbrella Bamboo. 

Their new shoots grow very fast before putting out branches. These bamboo plants tend to reach a height of about 4 to 6 metres, ideal for heavy top-hedge screening.

For example, these bamboos can be used to provide an evergreen cover (or screen) for boundaries, walls and low buildings. 

 Here are 5 tall bamboo plants with an average height of 6 metres and produce the evergreen ‘umbrella’ effect.

Umbrella clumping bamboo privacy plants 6 metres

Most umbrella-clumping bamboo plants grow to 6 metres and are much denser than running bamboo. 

They thrive in the UK climate. 

The bamboo plants listed above are predominantly clump-forming with either thicker culms or produce masses of culms in Spring. 

As the name suggests, the clumping bamboo canes (culms) tend to grow into a tight cluster around the parent plant, forming a formidable tight screen. 

The foliages of matured umbrella bamboo arch into an umbrella shape. 

Unlike the upright bamboos, this special group of bamboos is the best choice for privacy.

 

Clumping umbrella bamboo plants form thick covers

If you are planting bamboo to provide privacy from a short wall or the neighbour's shed, the clump-forming bamboos are the best options. 

However, you may have to buy more than one plant to provide a good cover.

As a rule of thumb, plant the clump-forming bamboo no more than 1.5 metres to give you are dense hedging screen.

Here are the 5 umbrella bamboo plants that form clusters of ‘dense-culms'. 

They are ideal for growing in the garden or in pots and containers. One top tip is to grow these bamboo plants in pots for balcony or patio privacy. 

Choose the bamboo according to the height specification - click here to find out more.

Quick links to bamboo plants for privacy and hedging

What kind of bamboo is best for privacy? 

Depending on what you like, here are some suggestions of living bamboo plants for creating an ideal privacy space.

• Award Winners Best Features
• Living bamboo plants for balcony privacy
• Tall bamboos for 6+ metres hedge and privacy
• Short to medium height bamboo plants 0.5-4 metres
• Medium height bamboos for natural privacy screens 4-6 metres

The umbrella bamboo plants are the best option for privacy screening. 

They are undemanding plants but will provide the cover you need for a long time. 

If you have any questions about the umbrella bamboo, leave a comment below and we'll get back to you.

Fargesia Bimbo Dwarf Umbrella Bamboo [Clump-forming]

Fargesia murielae Bimbo is a stunning clump-forming ornamental Dwarf Umbrella Bamboo. Fargesia Bimbo has thin green compacted leaves and short stems/canes that form an ‘umbrella’ effect low on the ground. 

Ideal plant for short hedges, screens, small gardens and confined spaces like pots and containers.

This clump-forming bamboo is hardy to – 20 degrees Celsius, tolerates various soil types are winterhardy. It's an outstanding small bamboo to grow as an indoor and outdoor plant.

Buy Fargesia murielae Bimbo

We’ve compiled a list of reputable Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price. 

Find out where to buy clumping bamboo plants from the UK Home & Garden retailers online.

Bamboo plants for sale: Crocus and YouGarden

Characteristics Fargesia murielae Bimbo

• Identification: Fargesia Murielae Bimbo, Muriel’s Bamboo, Umbrella Bamboo
• Foliage: Thin leaves, evergreen.
• Stem colour: Dark green stems, reddish colour in sun.
• Height: 2m at full height, small bamboo
• Spread: 1.5 – 2m, clump-forming.
• Use: Small Garden or small contained spaces, front border.
• Perennial: 10 -20 years.

Bamboo Growth Requirements

• Site: Sun to part shade and shade.
• Soil: Well-drained, loam.
• Moisture: moist, do not overwater.
• Hardiness: - 20 degrees Celsius, a very hardy bamboo.

Grow Fargesia murielae Bimbo

Fargesia murielae Bimbo, commonly called the Dwarf Umbrella Bamboo, is a dense low-growing bamboo that has dark green leaves and canes.

It is reasonably short at a height of just 2m and spreads the same length.

This non-invasive bamboo prefers well-drained soil and loam. Add mulch when newly planted to preserve soil moisture.

A very hardy bamboo down to – 20 degrees Celsius. 

It is tolerant to sun, part shade and shade. However, the yellowing effect on the canes and greenery of the leaves are prolific in sunny spots. 

So, if you are growing it for architectural or landscaping purposes, choose a location with good sunlight.

Image: Clever ways of using bamboo on sidewalks and as shade plants

Where to Plant Dwarf Bamboo Bimbo

Fargesia Murielae Bimbo is the smallest growing variety of the Fargesia group, though recently introduced, it is becoming popular.

Many gardeners choose this bamboo for its low-growing, compact umbrella appearance and evergreen foliage. 

It is known as the smallest bamboo in the Fargesia Mureilae group.

Bimbo is ideal for pots and containers, small gardens, or grown as an individual plant. This stunning small bamboo provides the low hedging greenery required for small landscaping projects.

If you are looking for a small bamboo, Bamboo Bimbo is the best option.

Maintain Fargesia murielae Bimbo

Growing bamboo in a non-native climate requires care and protection, especially when they are newly planted. 

Although these bamboo plants are tolerant, there is a number of natural threats. Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth.

Here are the common natural threats that are likely to affect the growth of your Fargesia murielae Bimbo:

• The new leaves, bamboo shoots and rhizomes tips are susceptible to slug attack.
• Although low-down, the strong winds damage the tender new canes.
• Frozen soil damages the exposed root hairs and rhizomes.

Protect Fargesia murielae Bimbo

To avoid the natural threats to your Bimbo bamboo plants, do these:

• Add organic mulch.
• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo.
• Tie the canes to poles/stakes to support and encourage upright growth.

Generally, the bamboo plants thrive in well-aerated loam, or sand and loose clay soil but the older plants will require fertiliser and moisture, at least, once in Spring. 

Check to see if they are putting out new shoots, or whether the leaves and soil are in good condition.

Fargesia Bamboo Plants UK

Fargesia murielae Bimbo is an Umbrella Bamboo similar to the other Small Fargesia Bamboo Plants. 

Its best features are the Fargesia  Bimbo

• low growth,
• non-invasiveness, 
• copious amount of leaves and
• deep-dark green foliage.

A standout bamboo among the small bamboo varieties. Here are Fargesia clump-forming bamboo plants similar to Fargesia Bimbo.

Fargesia Robusta Formidable Best for Hedges and Screens [Clump-forming Bamboo]

Fargesia Robusta Formidable is ideal for low hedges and screens. Also a fantastic container plant.

Its upright culms and arching evergreen foliage can withstand temperatures as low as – 15 degrees Celsius, a very hardy and drought tolerant.

Buy Fargesia Robusta Formidable

We’ve compiled a list of the reputable Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price.

You can buy clump-forming bamboo plants from top UK retailers.

Characteristics Fargesia Robusta Formidable

• Identification: Fargesia Robusta Formidable, Umbrella Bamboo
• Foliage: Evergreen dense foliage.
• Culm: upright, brown sheath, green culm.
• Height: 3 - 5m at full height (avoid growing in windy sites)
• Spread: 2 –4, clump-forming.
• Use: Screen, hedge, containers, oriental garden, individual plant.
• Perennial: 10 -20 years.

Bamboo Growth requirements

• Site: Full sun to part shade.
• Soil: loam, sand and clay.
• Moisture: Well-drained and moist.
• Hardiness: - 15 to - 10 degrees Celsius, hardy bamboo.

Grow Formidable Green Screen Bamboo

Robusta Formidable resembles the popular Fargesia Robusta Campbell, however, it is smaller, shorter and broader in appearance.

It is difficult to identify these two Robusta Bamboo varieties from images. 

The best way to tell the difference is to compare them side by side, Campbell is tall and slim whereas Formidable is compact. 

As the name suggests, both bamboo plants are fast-growing, robust clumping bamboo plants.

Fargesia Robusta varieties can be quite demanding compared to the other Fargesia group of bamboo plants. 

The Robusta Bamboo plants produce a lot of new shoots after the first or second year of growth. It will form tight clusters of culms and thick evergreen foliage.

Formidable grows at a rate of 0.5 to 2.m metres in one growth year in the UK. 

On average, this fast-growing bamboo can reach maturity at 3 - 5 years. 

After that, it will remain evergreen for an estimated 10 – 20 years.

Uses of Fargesia Robusta Formidable

This clump-forming non-invasive bamboo is the best choice for small to medium hedges and privacy screens. 

In fact, the broad dark green leaves and arching branches and upright culms provide make it the best choice for any cover.

It is also an ideal bamboo for small to medium pots and containers. One reason why it makes a good container plant is its compact nature. It adapts well to confined spaces.

Another reason this bamboo is ideal for pots and containers is that it produces an 'umbrella' effect with its arching branches and upright (compact) stems.

Fargesia Robusta Formidable Care

Although bamboo plants are tolerant, there is a number of natural threats growers should be mindful of.

Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth. Here are the common natural threats that are likely to affect the growth of your Fargesia Robusta Formidable :

• New leaves, bamboo shoots and rhizomes tips are susceptible to slug attack.
• Frozen soil damages the exposed root hairs and rhizomes.
• Strong winds damage the tender new culms.
• Bamboo plants will occasionally need mulch as fertilizer.

Propagate Fargesia Robusta Formidable

There are three ways to propagate bamboo plants from the seeds, or by culm and rhizome cuttings, or culm separation.

Some people have successfully used the conventional ‘Layering’ as the fourth way to propagate large bamboos. 

However, propagating bamboos from the cuttings and by separation is, by far, the two popular ways many gardeners use in the UK.

Choose from our Fargesia Robusta Bamboo Collections 

Fargesia Robusta Formidable is an Umbrella Bamboo that resembles other Robusta Bamboo plants that we feature on Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP).

Formidable's best features among the Robusta Bamboo group are the copious number of leaves and bright yellow stems, non-invasiveness and tight upright formation. Best for hedges like this (VIDEO)

Here is a unique selection of Small to medium Fargesia Robusta Bamboo plants under the Umbrella Bamboo label.

1. Fargesia Robusta Campbell
2. Scabrida Asian Wonder
3. Fargesia Robusta Pingwu
4. Frosty Bamboo Angustissima
5. Robusta Bamboo Collection

Bamboo Plants for Hedge, Screen or Contained Spaces

Our work on bamboo on this site shows that there is, in fact, the right bamboo plant for every garden and contained space.

Bamboo plants are tolerant and tough, they provide the evergreen perennial effect. 

These plants are fast-growing and long-lasting and provide the best greenery cover all year round.

Bamboo plants are known to grow at an average rate of 0.5 – 1.0m in Spring and Summer, reaching their full maturity within 3 – 5 years. 

Interestingly, these hardy plants remain evergreen for up to 20 years, even more.

Fargesia Robusta Formidable is a clump-forming bamboo best for hedges and screens.

Screening bamboo plants in Pots

Bamboo plants are perennial evergreen grass. They add an oriental touch to the garden all year round. 

Bamboo screens are great for garden designs and landscaping. Here is a list of the best screening bamboo plants that come in pots.

Running vs. clumping bamboo plants

The amazing bamboos come in two main forms: running and clump-forming. They thrive in the UK climate. 

They are great for privacy screening, hedging, growing in pots and containers, or adding a unique focal point to your garden.

Check out the list of top UK Home & Garden suppliers to buy bamboo plants for screening

Clump-forming bamboo plants for screen

The dense evergreen foliage of clump-forming bamboo plants provides the best natural privacy screens for homes and gardens in the UK.

The Fargesias, especially the Umbrella Bamboo, are fantastic screening plants. 

They come in large heavy pots. But, you can get them in smaller pots that are easily delivered to you. Also, it is important to pick the right bamboo for the privacy screen.

The medium to large bamboo is best for screening or partitioning sections of gardens. 

Here are two that are better suited for privacy screens.

Seabreeze bamboo Bambusa Malingensis: 

The Seabreeze Bamboo (Bambusa Malingensis) is medium-large sized and is the popular bamboo for privacy fences and screens. 

Seabreeze bamboos are effective screens because they have lots of secondary branches with thick foliage from bottom to top.

Slender-clump bamboo Textilis Gracilis: 

Also called Bambusa Textilis Gracilis, it is the best bamboo plant for hedges and privacy screening. 

This bamboo is popular fence screening bamboo or hedging bamboo plants.

YouGarden UK has a great collection of medium to large bamboos. Check out the Running and Clumping bamboos for sale in the UK.

 Buy clumping bamboo in pots

Clump-forming bamboo plants grow slowly and do not spread quickly like running bamboo. 

That's because the clumping bamboo roots are confined to the base of the plant, forming a clump. Hence, they are called the 'clump-forming' bamboo plants.

You can buy clumping bamboo in pots online or at your local garden centre.

Here are the best clump-forming bamboo plants for screening.

Umbrella bamboo Simba: 

The Fargesia murielae Simba is a tough and small bamboo plant. 'Simba' is an ornamental clump-forming bamboo that is best for smaller gardens, pots and containers.

Winter Joy: 

The Fargesia murielae ‘Winter Joy’ is a hybrid bamboo, cross between ‘Simba’ and ‘Dwarf Fountain’ Umbrella Bamboos. 

It has a distinct dark green culm (stem) with red overlays. 

Winter joy is hardy, evergreen and non-invasive. Best for growing in the garden, or in pots and containers.

At GBP blog, we list over 20 clumping bamboo plants, check out the archive here.

Tall bamboo screen for pots and gardens

Some varieties of Clump-forming bamboo plants are ideal for creating a beautiful centrepiece in your garden, the rhizomes (roots) grow in compact non-invasive clusters around the parent plant.

There are as many as 10,000 varieties and 1,700 varieties growing in the UK.

According to our research, bamboo plants with black and yellow stems are popular screens in the UK.

Black Bamboo UK: 

The black stemmed Phyllostachys nigra is a much sought-after feature of bamboo plants in many UK gardens. This bamboo is a beauty.

Yellow Bamboo UK: 

Phyllostachys vivax Aureocaulis is an attractive tall plant. Its spectacular yellow stripe against the green bamboo cane makes it stands out anywhere in the garden, ideal for tall privacy screens.

It is an absolute show-stopper.

Always use a root barrier when growing running bamboo in the garden, so that it does not invade other spaces.

Also, grow the Phyllostachys bamboos in big garden pots before and put them on the patio or in the garden.

Buy screening bamboo plants in Pots

We list the suppliers of bamboo plants, here. 

They are renowned UK Gardens Shops where you can get your bamboo plants, supplies and accessories from.

Fargesia Murieliae Simba Clump-forming Bamboo Plant

 Fargesia Murieliae Simba is a small Fargesia bamboo, best for small gardens and contained spaces. 

It is an undemanding small bamboo with dense foliage that loves shade and forms an arching stem with stout branches and broad leaves.

This clump-forming small bamboo stands at only 2m at full height and spreads up to 3m, is non-invasive, and thrives in the UK and temperate Europe.

Fargesia Clump-forming bamboo for sale

Umbrella Bamboo Fargesia Simba is an ideal choice for low-growing hedges or screens, as undergrowth in small gardens, in pots and containers, or on a roof terrace.

To buy Fargesia Murieliae Simba, here is where to buy clumping bamboo plants. We listed some top UK Home & Garden retailers online like Crocus and YouGarden.

Characteristics of Fargesia Murieliae Simba

• Identification: Fargesia Murieliae Simba, Umbrella Bamboo.
• Foliage: Dense compacted evergreen.
• Culm colour: Yellow-green.
• Height: small bamboo, 2m.
• Spread: 2 - 3m clump-forming, non-spreading bamboo.
• Perennial: lasts 20 - 30 years.
• Uses: Pots or containers, hedge or screen, undergrowth (ideal for small gardens, roof terraces or contained spaces).

Growth requirements

• Site: Prefers shade.
• Soil: well-drained moist, loam or sand and clay.
• Winterhardiness: -15 degrees Celsius.

Grow Fargesia Murieliae Simba

Bamboo Simba is an ideal choice for its non-invasiveness and miniature decorative appearance. 

It is prominent as a small bamboo at a height of 2m. This hardy bamboo thrives in small, confined spaces.

Fargesia Murieliae Simba has the finest and toughest among the Fargesia Murieliae.

This evergreen bamboo forms a tight cluster of dense growth low down due to arching branches and dense slender foliage. An ideal bamboo for small gardens, terraces, patios and containers.

Maintain Fargesia Bamboo Plants

Growing clump-forming bamboo in a non-native climate requires care and protection, especially when they are newly planted.

Although most bamboo plants are tolerant of pests and diseases, there is a number of natural threats to be aware of. Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth.

Here are the common threats of Bamboo Simba.

• The new leaves, shoots and rhizomes tips low down on the ground are susceptible to slug attack.

• Very high temperatures and heat can cause yellowing and curling leaves and browning of new shoots.

• Frozen soil can cause damage to the root hairs and rhizomes.
• Fargesia Murieliae Simba does not like compacted hard soil.
• Over-watering can damage the plant.

Care for Fergasia Clumping Bamboo Plants

To avoid the natural threats to your bamboo plants, do these:

• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo plants and shoots.
• Add organic mulch. [ref. VIDEO]
• Check the soil moisture.
• Water during dry seasons.

Propagate Fargesia Bamboo

Generally, there are three ways to propagate bamboo from the seeds, by culm and rhizome cuttings, or by culm separation. Propagating Fargesia Murieliae Simba by separation is the best way to get new plants.

As mentioned earlier, though Bamboo Simba is tolerant to pests and diseases in the UK, slugs love the tender new growths.

If you are propagating bamboo plants or planting a recent purchase, protect the new growths by adding Slug and Snail Killer around the new plants. 

The slugs can wipe off the tender growths if left unprotected. (This video shows slugs damaging new bamboo shoots in one visit).

20+ Fargesia Bamboo Varieties

Fargesia Murieliae Simba (umbrella bamboo) is known to have been in Europe since the 1970s, it's fairly in a new variety in the UK. There are over 20 Fargesia nitida and Fargesia Murieliae varieties that grow well in the UK.

Click here to see the Small Bamboo Collection.

Fargesia Murieliae Vs. Fargesia Nitida bamboo plants

We did extensive research on the popular bamboo plants in the UK and, carefully, gathered the qualities and features so that you can find the one that suits you.

Check out our collections of over 20 Fargesia Murieliae and Fargesia Nitida bamboo plants on our Featured Bamboo page. 

One of the common bamboo plants in the UK is the Fargesia Scabrida Asian Wonder. It has outstanding features that rival those of Fargesia Simba.

Small Garden Bamboo Plants

Bamboos are amazing plants. They come in various sizes, shapes, colours, and formations. Although some varieties (Phyllostachys) are invasive, they are manageable. 

The Fargesia (such as Murieliae Robusta, Nitida varieties) are non-invasive, and form clusters of rigorous stems and clumps that do not spread. They are best for small gardens.

These clump-forming, non-invasive bamboo plants are ideal for small hedges and individual plants. They thrive in pots and containers, and in small spaces like the terrace and balconies.

In the UK, Fargesia bamboo plants can grow an average of 0.5 – 1.0m in Spring, reaching their full maturity in 3 – 5 years. And remain evergreen, providing the evergreen cover all year round for 20 to 30 years.

Fargesia Robusta Pingwu - Why It Is Called Green Screen [Clump-forming Bamboo]

Fargesia Robusta Pingwu is a low-maintenance clump-forming, non-invasive, evergreen bamboo. 

This small to medium bamboo plant has lime green upright canes that mature to light yellow. The new shoots and branches appear pinkish with the dark shiny green leaves.

Fargesia Pingwu is ideal for hedging, screening or planting in pots. Its common name is 'Green Screen' and the reason is obvious - its large evergreen leaves provide perfect green foliage all year round.

Its low upright culms and vibrant evergreen foliage can withstand temperatures as low as – 15 degrees Celsius, a very hardy plant. 

Grows well in the UK and European temperate areas.

Buy Fargesia Robusta Pingwu

We compiled a list of reputable Home & Garden retailers in the UK where you can buy the right bamboo at the right price. 

Check out the bamboo plants for sale here.

Fargesia Robusta Pingwu: Dark shiny green leaves, upright green to yellow canes.

Common Features of Fargesia Robusta Pingwu

• Identification: Fargesia Robusta Pingwu, Green Screen, Umbrella Bamboo
• Foliage: Evergreen, deep dark green.
• Culm: upright, green to yellow when mature.
• Height: 3 - 4m at full height
• Spread: 1.5 – 2m, clump-forming.
• Use: Screen, hedge, containers
• Perennial: 10 -20 years.

Bamboo Growth requirements

• Site: Full sun to part shade.
• Soil: loam, sand, and clay.
• Moisture: Well-drained and moist.
• Hardiness: - 17 degrees Celsius, hardy bamboo.

Grow Clump-forming Bamboo Screen

Nature painted this clumping bamboo pretty well using contrasting green and yellow. 

Commonly known as the 'Green Screen' for its dense green dark leaves and bright green/bright yellow canes. 

It is a standout in Spring and Summer when the colours are prominent.

Fargesia Robusta Pungwu is non-invasive and undemanding compared to the other Fargesia Robusta Bamboo plants. A medium-sized bamboo, it grows in tightly packed clumps and can spread just 2m and reach 4m high.

Pingwu grows at a rate of 0.5 to 2.m metres in one growth year in the UK. 

On average, this fast-growing bamboo can reach maturity at 3 -5 years. After that, it will remain evergreen for an estimated 10 – 20 years.

Uses of Fargesia Robusta Pingwu

This clump-forming non-invasive bamboo is the best choice for small to medium hedges and privacy screens. 

In fact, the broad dark green leaves and arching branches and upright culms provide make it the best choice for any cover.

It is also an ideal bamboo for small to medium pots and containers.

Also, it will do well in part-shaded areas. Use it as a standalone or undercover plant. It will also perform well in pots.

Fargesia Robusta Pingwu Care

Although bamboo plants are tolerant, there is a number of natural threats growers should be mindful of.

Mitigating these early threats is the best thing to do to protect the new growth. 

Here are the common natural threats that are likely to affect the growth of your Fargesia Robusta Pingwu:

• New leaves, bamboo shoots and rhizomes tips are susceptible to slug attack.
• Frozen soil damages the exposed root hairs and rhizomes.
• Strong winds damage the tender new culms.

Protect Fargesia Robusta Pingwu

To avoid the natural threats to your bamboo plants, do these:

• Apply Slug and Snail Killer around your new bamboo.
• Tie the culms to poles/stakes
• Add organic mulch.

Generally, the bamboo plants thrive in well-aerated loam, or sand and loose clay soil but the older plants will require fertiliser and moisture, at least, once in Spring. 

Check to see if they are putting out new shoots, or whether the leaves and soil are in good condition.

This clump-forming bamboo loves moist soil, but not waterlogged soil.

The root hairs will decay very quickly in waterlogged soil. Something to avoid if you are growing a new bamboo purchase.

Propagate Fargesia Robusta Pingwu

There are three ways to propagate bamboo plants:

• from the seeds, or
• by culm and rhizome cuttings, or
• by culm separation.

Some people have successfully used the conventional ‘Layering’ as the fourth way to propagate large bamboos. 

However, propagating bamboos from the cuttings and by separation is, by far, the two popular ways many gardeners use in the UK.

Slugs were capable of wiping out the tender growths in one visit when left unprotected. 

To protect the new bamboo shoots and rhizome tips, add Slug and Snail Killer around the new plants.

5+ Robusta Bamboo to choose from

Fargesia Robusta Pingwu is an Umbrella Bamboo that resembles other Robusta Bamboo plants that we feature of Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP). Pingwu's best features among the Robusta Bamboo group are the copious amount of leaves and bright yellow stems, non-invasiveness and tight upright formation.

Here is a unique selection of Small to medium Fargesia Robusta Bamboo plants under the Umbrella Bamboo label.

1. Fargesia Robusta Campbell
2. Scabrida Asian Wonder
3. Fargesia murielae Bimbo Small Bamboo
4. Frosty Bamboo Angustissima 
5. Robusta Bamboo Collection

Fargesia Robusta Campbell

Bamboo Plants for Hedge, Screen or Contained Spaces

Bamboo plants are tolerant and tough, they provide the evergreen perennial effect. 

These plants are fast-growing and longer-lasting. They provide the best greenery cover all year round.

Bamboo plants are known to grow at an average rate of 0.5 – 1.0m in Spring and Summer, reaching their full maturity within 3 – 5 years. 

Interestingly, these hardy plants remain evergreen for up to 20 years, even more. 

Fargesia Robusta Pingwu clumping bamboo thick leaves and dense foliage form a formidable evergreen screen, that is why it is called the 'Green Screen' bamboo.