Bamboo belongs to the grass family, a characteristic most frequently emphasised. There are at least 1,000 species known to botanists and more are being documented. The huge differences between bamboo running and clump-forming bamboo give bamboo growers a wide range of plants to grow in the garden. So, if you are asking the question 'What Bamboo Can I Grow', you've come to the right place.
Here we take a look at the standout bamboo cultivars that feature prominently in many gardens around the world.
What bamboo grows best near me?
Bamboo plants range from the Southeast Asian giant bamboo (Dendrocalamus giganteus), which may grow to be 30 metres tall, to the 45 cm long pygmy bamboo (Pleioblastus pygmaea).
Bamboo plants are common in Asia and are also native plants of North America, the Pacific, and Africa. Some species also are native to the United States and Mexico.
For Europe and the United Kingdom landscapes, the clump-forming bamboo species are greatly preferred over running types, which can be invasive. Also, running species grow best in warmer parts of Europe.
Here in the UK, many clump-forming bamboos such as Fargesia murielae Simba perform well. Unlike popular belief, they can be slow to grow in the cooler areas however thrive when mature.
Feature bamboo: Bamboo murielae rufa is a variety of Fargesia cultivars from Southeast Asia. Plants grow rapidly and feature dense (umbrella) canopy, ideal for privacy screens.
What bamboo plant can I grow?
One of the award-winning running bamboo species in Europe and the UK is the Black Bamboo Nigra.
The Black Bamboo is outstanding because it behaves like clump-forming bamboo in the cooler area. This cold-hardy bamboo plant grows 4 to 6 metres tall in rich soil. It produces chocolate dark stems where there is plenty of direct suns.
For dense screens along boundaries, grow the bamboo plants 2 - 4 metres apart.
The umbrella bamboo cultivars owe their elegance to densely packed leaves and arching foliage. Their sheer thickness bends the bamboo stems, giving the impression of cascading plumes of foliage that sway in the slightest breeze.
Where can I buy bamboo plants?
Clump-forming bamboo plants range in height and provide additional options. One of them is Seabreeze bamboo, which grows rapidly to 12 metres in height. It tolerates pruning well, so it’s often used as a soft hedge.
A favourite of bamboo lovers in mild areas is the Phyllostachys aurea (Fish-pole golden bamboo), a 2-4 metres slender stem bamboo that gives the best garden sticks. It is winter hardy to - 20 degrees Celcius.
Bamboos have features, structures and properties that are interesting to know, especially if you are a keen gardener.
Some bamboo can grow to more than 10 metres high in the wild. There are over 10,000 known varieties of bamboo plants in the tropical jungles in Asia and the Pacific.
The tropical bamboo plants can be found at Kew Garden Palm House in London.
Facts About Garden Bamboo Plants
Bamboos are winter-hardy and evergreen all year round. They are great screening plants and many of them thrive in the UK, either as clump-forming (Fargesias) or running (Phyllostachys).
Here are 10 interesting facts about garden bamboo plants for a bamboo grower in the UK.
Evergreen all year round.
Roots are difficult to remove.
Grow well in pots and containers.
Can withstand cold British winter.
Splinters are sharp. Cuts can be nasty.
Are invasive and need care and attention.
Costs depend on the size and height and cost.
Great sticks for staking plants in the garden or fencing.
Are either running or clump-forming bamboo varieties.
Suitable for garden décor and centrepiece, borders, fences and privacy screens.
GIANT TIMBER BAMBOO [Kew Garden Palm House in London]
Bamboo Plants UK - running vs. clump-forming
Running bamboo
The Phyllostachys bamboo plants have horizontal underground stems called rhizomes.
These running bamboo plants are great for tall borders and screens and are becoming popular in recent years because of the spectacular colours of the stems.
This variety is invasive and needs close attention to stop it from spreading.
Clump-forming bamboo
Fagesias are fantastic garden and pot plants. They are non-invasive plants compared to their cousins, the Running bamboo plants. The running bamboo plants have great stem colourations, whereas the clump-forming have dense foliage.
The evergreen foliage of the garden bamboo plants is adorable all season.
Its strong and hardy stems make for a strong fence. The sticks are fantastic for staking beans and sweet peas.
The bamboo plants, whether grown as privacy screens, hedges or used as staking sticks, are growing in popularity among gardeners and homeowners in the UK.
Check out GBP Blog's archive and YouTube Videos for tips and tricks to Grow Bamboo Plants in the UK. It has an updated collection of articles on ALL-YOU-NEED-TO-GROW-BAMBOO plants.
Although some bamboo varieties are invasive, many UK gardeners are finding simple ways to grow and contain bamboo plants.
Buy Bamboo Plants for Screening
Clumping Bamboo Plants UK
Small bamboo plants, the clump-forming bamboo plants are great pot and container plants.
The prices are reflective of the various sizes of the plants at the time of the article and a subject to change.
Check with your local garden centre and online stores. Here is a list of top UK bamboo suppliers.
Bamboo plants in pots for sale
The ‘Price range’ in the tables above takes the lower-end price from the major online markets like e-Bay and Amazon at the time of this article.
Costs of Bamboos ranges between £20 and £60 or can be even higher. When buying plants, always choose a reputable garden shop because they sell high-quality plants.
Always check the post and package cost as this may not be included in the final cost of the bamboo plant. This may be dumb, but it is the best way to avoid paying more than you should.
The upper price limits are from the leading Garden Centres in the UK. The upper price limits are indicative of the delivery prices. However, the prices do fluctuate, therefore check the actual door price before making a purchase.
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Online bamboo P&P:
Getting bargain garden bamboo plants from online marketplaces like Amazon and e-Bay can be satisfying.
However, the price of Garden Bamboo Plants from online marketplaces does not include the postage and packing, P&P.
Therefore, it is perhaps important to check out the actual cost price of the plant on sale before buying it.
Though it may look expensive, the price of bamboo plants on sale is always the home-delivery price.
So whether you are thinking of buying from the major online marketers or at your favourite garden shops, use the Price Range in the tables in this article as a guide.
Check out GBP Blog's archive and YouTube Videos for tips and tricks to Grow Bamboo Plants in the UK. It has an updated collection of articles on ALL-YOU-NEED-TO-GROW-BAMBOO plants.
Fargesia nitida ‘Obelisk’ is a hybrid bamboo with evergreen leaves and dark tall culms. This clump-forming Fargesia nitida has the best qualities of the parent plants Fargesia murielae and Fargesia nitida.
This beautiful bamboo is known for producing numerous shoots and leaves every year.
Fargesia nitida Obelisk is ideal as a standalone bamboo, makes a great ornamental garden centrepiece. It can also be grown in pots and containers, or as privacy screens and hedges to great effect.
This clump-forming bamboo is hardy and can withstand temperatures to a low -25 degrees Celsius.
The Obelisk culms can grow to 4m tall and support their dense green foliage. This bamboo thrives in part shade and shade.
Bamboo Fargesia ‘Obelisk’ features and care
Best qualities of Fargesia nitida 'Obelisk’: Great standalone plant, produces masses of new shoots and leaves yearly.
Obelisk is clump-forming bamboo with dense green foliage and thin hardy culms. It is non-invasive.
Use: Standalone specimens, pots and containers, hedges, privacy screens.
Care: Thrives in the shade and part shade, requires good soils and moisture.
Cost of Clump-forming bamboo plants
The cost listing below is an estimated price of the common Clump-forming bamboo plants based on the cost of 10 – 20 L pots.
The comparison table shows the price ranges (lowest and highest prices) from over 10 UK online retailers, including the major online markets, Amazon and eBay.
Note that the prices are indicative of the costs of packages (P&P) and delivery charges, and are subject to changes. Use this table as a guide.
For more information on prices, check the recent online prices from the top UK Bamboo Suppliers.
A spectacular non-invasive bamboo plant, it will not send its shoots away from the parent plant. The clumps form a dense upright wall to support the ‘fountain’ foliage.
Fargesia nitida is among the stunning Fargesia bamboos in the UK, owing their names to the appearances of the evergreen fountain-like foliage and coloured stems.
The 4 articles below are packed with tips and step-by-step guides for bamboo growers.
Fargesia Robusta Campbell is the fastest growing bamboo in the Fargesia murielae and Fargesia Nitida group, hence the name robust or robusta.
Its stem is strikingly slender and tall, new growths form tight clusters, ideal for tall hedges and natural privacy screens.
Fargesia Robusta ‘Campbell’ Bamboo
Umbrella Bamboo ‘Campbell’ is well known as the Fargesia murielae robusta ‘Campbell'. This clump-forming bamboo has evergreen dark green foliage. Its stems are light green, long and slender.
Robusta Campbell is a fast-growing Fargesia bamboo that can reach a full height of approximately 5m during a year’s growth and remain evergreen for more than 5 years.
Campbell Bamboo’s new shoots are dark red. As they grow, the striking colour contrast between the light brown sheath and the light green stem and dark green leaves is stunning, observable between Spring and early Summer.
The elegant Fargesia robusta 'Campbell' is ideal for tall hedges and privacy screens. It is containable in pots and containers. It prefers a nice sunny spot, with good soil and moisture to grow well.
Robusta ‘Campbell’ Bamboo Care
Though Fargesia 'Campbell' Bamboo is a low-maintenance plant, the new plant may require water and mulch to establish its roots and shoots.
It may need tidying up in Spring by cutting the old culms.
If you wish to re-grow the bamboo, separate the stems from the base culms or re-grow using the culm cuttings.
Fargesia Murielae Bamboo Info
There are currently as many as 86 Fergasia bamboo species, hybrids and natural bamboos, known to growers.
Each bamboo species is unique and prefers certain growing conditions. For example, the 12 common types of Fergasea Nitida listed below, come in all sorts of sizes, colours and heights.
There is a Fergasia bamboo plant that is fit for every garden.
Here is a list of some Fargesias that are common in the UK. You can get information about these Fargesias here at Garden Bamboo Plants (GBP).
1. Fargesia murielae Angustissima
2. Fargesia murielae Asian Wonder
3. Fargesia murielae Blue Lizard
4. Fargesia murielae Ivory Ibis
5. Fargesia murielae Jumbo
6. Fargesia murielae Lava
7. Fargesia murielae Luca
8. Fargesia murielae Nitida
9. Fargesia murielae Maasai
10. Fargesia murielae Red Zebra
11. Fargesia murielae Simba
12. Fargesia murielae Scabrida
To know the features and qualities of the popular bamboo plants, check out the Fargesia Nitida Collection and Fargesia murielae Collection on Garden Bamboo Plants.
Homeowners and gardeners are wondering which bamboo plant would be most suited for screening purposes.
Some bamboo plants, called running bamboo plants, can become a serious problem if planted in the garden without a barrier.
There are many cultivars of running and clump-forming bamboo. The common ones are the Phyllostachys and Fargesia bamboo plants.
So, which bamboo plants is best for privacy screens?
Which bamboo is best for privacy screens?
Many gardeners play it safe and opt for the clump-forming Fargesia over Phyllostachys.
The Fargesia bamboo plants hold more foliage which offers more density for screening whereas the Phyllostachys is more about the stem colour and height.
Different Fargesia cultivars will produce different thicknesses and heights so it really depends on your need for screening.
For Fargesias, the Fargesia Umbrella bamboo plants produce thick screens and Fargesia Robusta cultivars are mostly tall.
The charm of the foliage and elegance is quickly lost when you see roots and shoots emerging in all parts of the garden, interfering with the built structures.
Even worst when they cross the boundary over to the neighbour's side and cause some 'neighbourly discussions'.
Most Phyllostachys bamboo plants have running rhizomes that spread. But, there are cost-effective ways to grow running bamboo for screening.
You can still enjoy the charm and elegance of these beautiful plants by building a rhizome barrier before growing them.
Use bamboo root barriers
When growing the running bamboo plants within barriers you won't have problems with them invading all parts of the garden, built structures and neighbour's side.
There are many different ways to create bamboo barriers from growing bamboo in planter boxes, pots and containers to building raised structures and securing bamboo roots within roots barriers.
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.
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 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,
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’.
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 Standing Stone is an upright (tall) Umbrella Bambooalso 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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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,
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.
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
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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.
