{"product_id":"fargesia-dracocephala-rufa","title":"Fargesia dracocephala 'Rufa'","description":"\u003cp\u003eHailing from the mountains of western Sichuan, China, these dreamy, calming*, \u003cstrong\u003eclumping bamboo\u003c\/strong\u003e bring the quiet meditation of contemplative Asian gardens. They can be grown in containers or in the ground, providing \u003cstrong\u003eevergreen\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003efoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e and soft, whispering leaves with every breeze. Unlike running bamboo, they form dense, slowly-creeping clumps and are very well-behaved. We have even tested this our ourselves, as seen in photo #2, which was planted in 2020 (or earlier). See the last photo for 10 year old plants that were planted in shady conditions, that work beautifully as an evergreen screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are sometimes called \"\u003cstrong\u003epatio bamboo\u003c\/strong\u003e\", as they are ideal for planting in beautiful \u003cstrong\u003econtainers\u003c\/strong\u003e and enjoying on a \u003cstrong\u003epatio\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003edeck\u003c\/strong\u003e.  They can also be planted as stunning \u003cstrong\u003ehedges\u003c\/strong\u003e if you put them in partial shade and are patient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDought and heat tolerant once established. Be generous with water and cow manure to help them get a strong start in your garden. They will also appreciate mulch, especially in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e❤️\u003cstrong\u003eRCN Staff Favorite\u003c\/strong\u003e - we are growing these in our own gardens and recommend them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🦌\u003cstrong\u003eDeer-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e - deer avoid these plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6-10'T x 6-10'W - they'll be taller when planted in partial shade. \u003cspan\u003eThe Fargesia we planted here at RCN is in full, blazing sunlight, and in challenging conditions overall, it is currently 3-4' T.\u003c\/span\u003e Plants in containers will naturally stay smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZones 5-8, cold hardy down to -15F when planted in the ground. Plants in containers are less cold hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💚\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Nerd\u003c\/strong\u003e: These are one of the species of plants that pandas feast upon! While they are evergreen, they will shed older foliage in spring, while also growing fresh new leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*🌿\u003cstrong\u003eSeriously Relaxing\u003c\/strong\u003e: There is scientific evidence that looking at living bamboo plants lowers blood pressure, improves relaxation, creativity, and overall attention. A 2016 study on landscape architecture students in Sichuan, China studied their physiological and mental wellness after looked at a small container of bamboo, and found significant results compared to the control group after only 3 minutes! Wow! Plants are truly amazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur pet Fargesia is located down near the interstate, in a bed right near the evergreen Azaleas. It was planted both for beauty and as an experiment to see if it could handle the fairly harsh conditions there. It is currently a thriving clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Genus name honors Paul Farges, a French missionary and naturalist in China.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reems Creek Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":49004900024571,"sku":"29051","price":67.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/4868\/4539\/files\/91sJQdCip4L._AC_UF894_1000_QL80_.1.jpg?v=1782845995","url":"https:\/\/reems-creek-nursery.myshopify.com\/products\/fargesia-dracocephala-rufa","provider":"Reems Creek Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}