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RUFA CLUMPING BAMBOO
Fargesia dracocephala
''Rufa''
AKA: Hardy Clumping Bamboo, Dragon's Head Bamboo
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THIS PLANT IS PROHIBITED IN THESE STATES: OR, UT (Details)
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Hardiness Zone: 5-9 · Mature Height: 6-8 Feet · Mature Spread: 6-8 Feet
Buy Rufa Clumping Bamboo online. This attractive evergreen with vibrant orange-red culm sheaths is great as a specimen plant, screen or hedge. Hardier than some other bamboos. Does well in full sun to partial shade, but will need protection from hot summer sun in warmer climates. Needs shade in hot southeastern states. A vigorous grower, this clumping non-invasive variety sends up many new culms each year. A China native. SAME PLANT AS HARDY CLUMPING BAMBOO.
Family: Poaceae · Common Name: Bamboo
FREE with every plant purchased:
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
- Planting and Care Instruction brochure.
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RUFA CLUMPING BAMBOO Plant Characteristics
Bark Type*
• | Smooth |
Cultural Information*
• | Leaf Scorch - Moderate Resistance |
• | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
• | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
• | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Growth Habit*
• | Specimen |
Growth Rate*
• | Fast |
Leaf Color Fall*
• | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
• | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
• | Green |
Leaf Color Winter*
• | Beige/Brown |
Leaf Type*
• | Semi-Evergreen |
Plant Type*
• | Ornamental Grass |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
• | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
• | Adapts Well to Wet Areas |
• | Average |
• | Drought Tolerant |
• | Moist |
• | Salt Tolerant |
• | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
• | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
• | Early Spring |
• | Fall |
• | Late Spring/Early Summer |
• | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
• | Spring |
• | Summer |
• | Winter |
• | Year-Round |
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RUFA CLUMPING BAMBOO Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
Grasses are easy to grow and adapt to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.
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