I am one of the “Dragon Head” bamboos. I feature glossy green stems with rusty red hues and am fast growing.
I am a non-invasive clump-forming bamboo that quickly grows to a height of around 1.8 to 2.4 metres with a maximum height around 3 metres.
Upright when young my canes will arch under the weight of my foliage as I age.
My elegant form sways beautifully in the slightest breeze
I am a good choice for container planting where my upright and gently curved habit will enhance a paved space.
I am one of the Bamboos eaten by Giant Pandas.
I am low maintenance clumping bamboo easy to grow, compact and very hardy.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I am a non-invasive fast growing clumping bamboo featuring green stems with rusty red hues
I grow well container planted to provide screening and atmosphere
Particularly hardy and fast growing I can be kept narrow with pruning excellent for screening
Features
I do best in full sun or partially shaded locations but my stems with be redder grown in brighter conditions
Height: 3m Width: 2.2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m)(Size at point of sale approx. 90cm including pot)
I will perform at my best with consistent moisture but tolerate dry spells
I am happy in most soils but prefer soils with reasonable drainage
Plant features
Coastal tolerant
Heat tolerant
Red, Green, Purple foliage
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
- As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success
Hardy and fast growing I cope with frost and extremes of temperature
Plant at least 0.6m apart.
Choose a full sun to partly shaded position.
Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.
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