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Fargesia murieliae 'Elias' is a dwarf, non-invasive bamboo known as Umbrella Bamboo due to its slightly trailing, dense growth habit. It forms a compact, evergreen clump reaching 50–60 cm in height and about one meter wide. New shoots keep its tidy appearance, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a space-efficient, low-maintenance bamboo. Preferring partial shade and hardy to -25°C, 'Elias' offers reliable performance and pairs well with its sibling 'Luca' as one of the smallest Fargesia murieliae varieties available.
Fargesia murieliae 'Umbrella Bamboo' is a compact, clump-forming evergreen bamboo native to China. It features slender, arching canes that mature from bright green to yellow-green, reaching heights of 2.5 to 3.5 meters or more. Its lanceolate, bright pea-green leaves grow up to 10 cm long, creating a dense, graceful canopy. This species, belonging to the Poaceae family, is valued for its elegant form and reliable growth habit, making it ideal for structured garden designs and natural screening.
Tolerant of sun and wind but best in fertile, moisture retentive soil, in partial shade. Suited to containers
Height: 2.5 - 3 metres Spread: 1-1.5 metres 5-10 years
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Mediterran
- ean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Hedging and screens
Supplied in 2 litre pots
Fargesia Nitida 'Obelisk' is a robust hybrid bamboo combining the best traits of Fargesia Murieliae and Fargesia Nitida. Introduced in 2015, it thrives in cold climates down to -25°C, maintaining its lush green foliage through winter. Growing 4 to 5 meters tall with a 2-meter spread, it responds well to regular pruning for size control. Notably non-invasive, this variety offers an attractive, manageable addition to gardens seeking evergreen bamboo without the risk of uncontrolled spreading. Ideal for gardeners needing a hardy, elegant bamboo that balances beauty with ease of maintenance.
Hybrid, a cross between Fargesia Murieliae and Fargesia Nitida
Create Your Garden Sanctuary
Transform your outdoor space into a sanctuary of beauty and tranquility with Fargesia Obelisk Bamboo. Whether planted as a standalone specimen, a natural screen, or a border accent, its rustic charm will captivate and inspire, turning your garden into a haven of natural beauty.
A striking clumping bamboo with dark purple canes
- Origin: China
- Mature Height: 3-4 metres
- Hardiness: -18 degrees celcius; Zone 6b
- Exposure: Partial Sun or Light Shade
- Use: Solitary Speciman, screening, hedging or large containers
Introducing Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' Bamboo: Nature's Graceful Sentry
Elevate your garden with the stately presence of Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' Bamboo. Known for its elegant upright growth, compact form, and resilient dark culms, this exceptional bamboo variety adds vertical interest, structure, and a touch of sophistication to any UK garden landscape.
Why Choose Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar'?
Vertical Elegance: Stand tall with pride! Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' Bamboo boasts a distinctive upright growth habit, forming graceful columns that punctuate the garden landscape with architectural beauty and grace.
Resilient Dark Culms: Make a statement with elegance! 'Pillar' features dark-colored culms that add contrast and drama to its lush green foliage, creating a striking visual display that commands attention.
Compact Form: Maximise your garden space! With its narrow profile and dense foliage, Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' is the perfect choice for creating natural screens, hedges, or accent plantings in smaller garden settings or containers.
Mature Height: Reach for the sky! Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' typically reaches a mature height of 8-12 feet (2.5-4 metres), making it an excellent choice for adding vertical interest and structure to your garden landscape.
Cold-Hardy and Adaptable: Embrace reliability in any season! 'Pillar' is well-suited to the UK climate, tolerating cold temperatures and frost with ease. Its hardiness makes it a dependable choice for gardens across the UK, ensuring year-round beauty and resilience.
Versatile Design Options
Whether you're seeking to create a striking focal point, a natural privacy screen, or a series of elegant vertical accents, Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' offers endless possibilities for garden design and landscaping creativity. Plant it as a standalone specimen or group several together for maximum impact—the choice is yours!
Experience the Majesty of 'Pillar' Bamboo
Unleash the potential of your garden with Fargesia Nitida 'Pillar' Bamboo. Order now and embark on a journey of botanical splendor, where every glance reveals the graceful sentries standing guard over your garden oasis.
Supplied in 3 litre pots approx 70-100cm high or 5 litre pots approx 80-110cm (5 Litre not currently available)
A stunning clumping bamboo with intense dark purple almost black culms - ideal in shade
Introducing Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl' Bamboo: Nature's Exotic Gem
Enhance your garden with the captivating allure of Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl' Bamboo. Renowned for its striking dark culms, graceful form, and resilience to cold temperatures, this exceptional bamboo variety adds drama, sophistication, and a touch of exoticism to any UK garden landscape.
Why Choose Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl'?
Exotic Dark Culms: Make a statement with elegance! Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl' Bamboo showcases exquisite dark culms that contrast beautifully with its lush green foliage, creating a dramatic and sophisticated aesthetic that commands attention.
Cold-Hardy and Adaptable: Embrace reliability in any season! 'Black Pearl' is well-suited to the UK climate, tolerating cold temperatures and frost with ease. Its hardiness makes it a dependable choice for gardens across the UK, ensuring year-round beauty and resilience.
Preference for Shade: Embrace the allure of filtered sunlight! Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl' Bamboo thrives in partial to full shade, flourishing in locations with dappled sunlight or light shade.
Low Maintenance: Simplify your gardening routine! 'Black Pearl' requires minimal care, thriving in moist, well-draining soil. Regular watering and occasional feeding with a balanced fertiliser will keep it healthy and vibrant, while its non-invasive clumping habit ensures hassle-free maintenance.
Versatile Design Options
Whether you're creating a bold focal point, a striking border, or a lush green screen, Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl' offers endless possibilities for garden design and landscaping creativity. Its dark culms add depth and contrast to any setting, infusing your outdoor space with elegance and sophistication.
Experience the Magic of 'Black Pearl' Bamboo.
Discover the exotic beauty of Fargesia Nitida 'Black Pearl' Bamboo—where nature's elegance meets exotic allure in your UK garden.
Evergreen, clump-forming bamboo producing a tight thicket of thin, bright green upright stems with a hint of blue, maturing to dark red, about 3-4m tall, with fresh green leaves
Discover the Beauty of Fargesia Nitida 'Winter Joy' Bamboo
Step into a world of timeless elegance with Fargesia Nitida 'Winter Joy' Bamboo. A stunning addition to any garden, this relatively new introduction boasts tightly clumping upright stems in a beautiful shade of greyish-green, adorned with fresh green leaves year-round. As its name suggests, 'Winter Joy' lives up to its reputation by maintaining its beauty in every season, proving both hardy and versatile.
Why Choose Fargesia Nitida 'Winter Joy'?
Year-Round Beauty: Revel in the allure of 'Winter Joy's' evergreen foliage, which remains vibrant and lush regardless of the season. Whether as a specimen plant or an ornamental screen, its elegant presence enhances any landscape, offering a touch of aristocratic charm.
Elegant Form: Admire the graceful stature of 'Winter Joy', growing to a majestic height of 3-4 metres (approximately 10-13 feet). Its upright, slightly fluffy appearance towards the top third of the plant gives it a regal demeanor, while the lower canes add depth and character.
Versatile Cultivation: Explore endless possibilities with 'Winter Joy', which thrives equally well in garden beds or containers. Its adaptability to a range of conditions makes it a versatile choice for various garden settings, while its tolerance of dappled shade to full sun ensures it can find a home in any sheltered location.
Experience the Elegance of 'Winter Joy' Bamboo
Transform your outdoor space into a haven of beauty and tranquility with Fargesia Nitida 'Winter Joy' Bamboo. Whether planted as a standalone specimen, a natural screen, or a border accent, its enduring elegance will captivate and inspire, turning your garden into a sanctuary of joy.
This new bamboo is a hybrid cross between Fargesia Murielae and Fargesia Nitida.
Lives up to its name as an extremely robust bamboo - Our Number 1 selling clumping bamboo
- Origin: China
- Mature Height: 4-5 metres
- Hardiness: -18 degrees Celsius; Zone 6b
- Exposure: Sun or Light Shade
- Use: Solitary Specimen, screening or hedging
Transform Your Garden with Fargesia Robusta Campbell Bamboo
Looking to add a touch of natural elegance to your garden? Look no further than Fargesia Robusta Campbell Bamboo. Renowned for its hardiness, beauty, and versatility, this stunning bamboo species is the perfect choice for creating serene outdoor spaces that inspire and delight.
Why Choose Fargesia Robusta Campbell?
Cold Hardy: Withstanding even the chilliest UK winters, Fargesia Robusta Campbell thrives in temperatures as low as -20°C (or even lower), ensuring year-round beauty in your garden.
Clumping Growth: Say goodbye to invasive spread! Unlike other bamboo varieties, Fargesia Robusta Campbell forms tight, non-invasive clumps, making it ideal for smaller gardens or container planting.
Decorative Culm Sheaths: Delight in the charming accent of decorative white culm sheaths that adorn the young stems of Fargesia Robusta Campbell, adding an extra touch of elegance to your garden landscape.
Lush Foliage: Adorned with slender, evergreen leaves, this bamboo creates a lush, dense canopy that provides privacy and tranquility, perfect for creating secluded garden retreats.
Height: Fargesia Robusta Campbell typically grows to a height of 12-15 feet (4-5 metres), making it an excellent choice for creating vertical interest and adding structure to your garden landscape.
Low Maintenance: Enjoy the beauty of bamboo without the hassle. Fargesia Robusta Campbell requires minimal care, thriving in both full sun or partial to full shade and regular watering.
Versatile Landscaping Options
Whether you're looking to create a green screen for privacy, add a touch of oriental charm to your garden, or simply enhance your outdoor space with natural beauty, Fargesia Robusta Campbell fits the bill. Plant it as a striking standalone feature, create a lush bamboo hedge, or use it to frame garden pathways—the possibilities are endless!
Create Your Oasis Today!
Transform your garden into a tranquil sanctuary with Fargesia Robusta Campbell Bamboo. Order now and elevate your outdoor living experience with this exquisite and enduring plant.
Experience the timeless allure of Fargesia Robusta Campbell—where beauty meets resilience!
Fargesia Robusta Formidable is a non-invasive, non-spreading bamboo with evergreen foliage and fast-growing height of 4 meters. Ideal for screening, hedging, Japanese gardens, or containers, this cultivar of Fountain Bamboo creates a tall fountain effect and holds its green leaves year-round. It's native to China and adapts well to both full sun and shade.
Supplied in a 5L pot.
Popular for its clumping and graceful habit and colourful sheaths - ideal for pots
Origin: China
Mature Height: 2.5 metres
Hardiness: -20 degrees Celsius; Zone 6b
Exposure: Sun or Light Shade
Use: Container, Solitary Specimen or Low Hedging
Introducing Fargesia Rufa Bamboo: Nature's Rustic Beauty
Elevate your garden with the rustic allure of Fargesia Rufa Bamboo. This exquisite bamboo variety, celebrated for its graceful form and vibrant foliage, brings a touch of natural beauty to any outdoor space.
Why Choose Fargesia Rufa?
Rustic Elegance: Embrace the rustic charm of Fargesia Rufa Bamboo, which features slender culms adorned with delicate foliage in shades of green. Its graceful form and gentle sway add a sense of tranquility and elegance to your garden landscape.
Compact Size: Standing at a moderate height of 2 to 2.5 meters (6.5 to 8 feet), Fargesia Rufa is perfect for smaller gardens, borders, or containers. Its compact size allows you to enjoy the beauty of bamboo without overwhelming your space, making it an ideal choice for urban gardens or patio landscapes.
Non-Invasive Clumping Habit: Fargesia Rufa is a clumping bamboo variety, forming compact clumps without spreading aggressively. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your bamboo will stay where you plant it, without taking over your garden.
Create Your Garden Sanctuary
Transform your outdoor space into a sanctuary of beauty and tranquility with Fargesia Rufa Bamboo. Whether planted as a standalone specimen, a natural screen, or a border accent, its rustic charm will captivate and inspire, turning your garden into a haven of natural beauty.
Japanese Aralia or False Caster Oil Plant.
- Common Name: Japanese Aralia
- Species: Japonica
- Exposure: Thrives best in shade
- Hardiness: Very Hardy
- Soil type: Un-fussy about soil but prefers rich, fertile soil
Often sold as a houseplant, the Fatsia is surprisingly hardy and will thrive outdoors in all parts of the UK.
If you are looking to create a tropical border or Jungle area, this plant is a must. While the leaves look relatively delicate with their glossy exterior, they are very leathery & tough to the touch. In late Summer cream coloured flower spikes will emerge from the centre of the plant, similar to 'pom-poms'.
Growth is quite slow to start with but eventually it can easily reach a height of approximately 2.5m with a spread of approximately 2m. If the plant starts to get too large it can simply be cut back!
Japanese Aralia or False Caster Oil Plant.
An unusual new variety of Fatsia, primarily grown for its handsome foliage. Fatsia Spider's Web has wonderfully variegated white and medium green foliage, which appears to have been dusted with icing sugar.
- Common Name: Japanese Aralia
- Species: Japonica
- Exposure: Thrives best in shade
- Hardiness: Very Hardy
- Soil type: Un-fussy about soil but prefers rich, fertile soil
Often sold as a houseplant, the Fatsia is surprisingly hardy and will thrive outdoors in all parts of the UK.
If you are looking to create a tropical border or Jungle area, this plant is a must. While the leaves look relatively delicate with their glossy exterior, they are very leathery & tough to the touch. In late Summer cream coloured flower spikes will emerge from the centre of the plant, similar to 'pom-poms'.
Growth is quite slow to start with but eventually it can easily reach a height of approximately 2.5m with a spread of approximately 2m. If the plant starts to get too large it can simply be cut back!
Create a stunning hardy tropical style border with this pack of 5 plants. The pack includes:
2 X evergreen clumping bamboo (full mature height up to 2.5-4m)
1 X phormiums 1 X cordyline
1 X Fatsia Japonica
Varieties supplied will vary depending on stock availability. All plants are pot grown and supplied in 2-3 litre pots.
This mixed selection of clumping bamboo is ideal for screening or adding to lush evergreen structure to any garden
Introducing Our Value Bundle: Mix of 5 Fargesia Bamboo Varieties
Elevate your garden with our Value Bundle featuring a mix of 5 Fargesia bamboo varieties, meticulously chosen for their unique characteristics and well-behaved clumping nature. Perfect for creating a lush green screen or adding individual specimens to borders, this bundle offers versatility and charm to suit any garden style.
Why Choose Our Value Bundle?
Diverse Variety: Embrace diversity in your garden! Our bundle includes a mix of Fargesia varieties, each carefully selected to offer a range of colours, forms, and sizes, ensuring a captivating display that will enchant and delight.
Easy Planting Guidelines: Plant with confidence! We recommend allowing at least one square meter of space for planting a screen, or more space if you prefer to showcase each specimen individually in a border. Follow our simple guidelines for optimal growth and aesthetic appeal.
Hand-picked Selection: Leave the choices to us! We will handpick the bamboo varieties for your bundle based on stock levels and the healthiest specimens available, ensuring you receive a diverse and thriving selection.
What's Included?
In this bundle, you'll receive a mix of 5 pot grown Fargesia bamboo varieties chosen by us. While we can't accommodate bespoke orders for this bundle, rest assured that the plants selected will offer a stunning blend of colours, sizes, and growth habits to enhance your garden landscape.
Create Your Bamboo Haven
Transform your outdoor space with our Value Bundle of Fargesia Bamboo. Whether you're seeking a vibrant green screen for privacy or a dynamic border display, these clumping bamboo varieties will bring beauty and tranquility to your garden sanctuary.
Order Your Bundle Today
Enhance your garden with our Value Bundle of Fargesia Bamboo and embark on a journey of botanical discovery and natural beauty. Order now and let the magic of bamboo enrich your outdoor living space.
Some of the varieties we choose from:
Fargesia Rufa
Fargesia Murielae 'lava'
Fargesia Robusta
Fargesia Robusta 'pingwu'
Fargesia Nitida 'winter joy'
Fargesia Nitida 'black pearl'
Fargesia Jiuzhaigou Genf
Fargesia Vampire
Fargesia Nitida 'volcano'
Fargesia Nitida 'pillar'
Plants supplied in 2.5-3 litre pots, all approximately between 50-100cm high (can vary through season). Photo for illustrative purposes only, showing characteristics of mixed Fargesia varieties.
A great way to introduce clumping bamboo to your garden with this great value mini starter pack containing 3 different bamboo varieties
Introduce the Beauty of Clumping Bamboo to Your Garden with Our Mini Starter Pack
Unlock the beauty of clumping bamboo with our Mini Starter Pack, carefully curated to delight garden enthusiasts of all levels. This value-packed collection features a mix of 3 Fargesia varieties, each chosen for their non-invasive nature and unique characteristics, promising years of effortless elegance in your garden.
Why Choose Our Mini Starter Pack?
Diverse Variety: Experience the charm of diversity! Our starter pack includes a handpicked selection of Fargesia varieties, ensuring a delightful blend of colors, forms, and textures that will captivate and inspire.
Great Value: Get more for less! Our Mini Starter Pack offers exceptional value, providing an affordable way to kickstart your bamboo journey and add instant allure to your garden landscape.
Easy to Grow: Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike, our pot-grown Fargesia clumping bamboo plants are low-maintenance and hassle-free, allowing you to enjoy their beauty without the stress.
Versatile Planting Options: Whether you prefer container gardening or planting directly in the ground, our starter pack offers flexibility. Grow them in pots for compact elegance or give them space to flourish in garden borders—it's your garden, your choice!
Create Your Bamboo Haven
Transform your garden with our Mini Starter Pack and witness the beauty of clumping bamboo unfold before your eyes. Whether you're seeking a lush green screen for privacy or a stunning border display, these well-behaved bamboo specimens will exceed your expectations.
Experience the Joy of Growing Bamboo
Embrace the magic of clumping bamboo with our Mini Starter Pack—where every plant is a promise of beauty and tranquility, waiting to thrive in your garden.
What it contains:
The starter pack contains 3 pot grown fargesia clumping bamboo plants selected from the following varieties in 2 litre pots Approx 25-45cm tall:
Fargesia Rufa
Fargesia Murielae 'lava'
Fargesia Robusta
Fargesia Robusta 'pingwu'
Fargesia Nitida 'winter joy'
Fargesia Nitida 'black pearl'
Fargesia Jiuzhaigou Genf
Fargesia Vampire
Fargesia Nitida 'volcano'
Fargesia Nitida 'pillar'
We reserve the right to substitute with another Fargesia variety if stock of the above varieties are not available.
Why Choose Our Best Selling Bamboo Plants?
Our best sellers represent the top cold-hardy clumping bamboo varieties trusted by UK gardeners. Whether you're looking for a fast-growing screen, a low-maintenance patio plant, or a rare collector's item, this collection brings together customer favourites known for their performance and beauty.
Bamboo in this range is ideal for creating privacy hedges, exotic garden zones, or growing in pots for smaller spaces. All varieties are selected to thrive in the UK’s changing climate—from southern counties to the frosty highlands of Scotland.
FAQs
The best time to plant hardy bamboo in the UK is spring or early autumn. This allows the bamboo to establish roots before winter or summer heat. While bamboo can be planted almost any time of the year, avoiding frozen ground is crucial.
YES. We specifically only sell bamboo plants which are capable of surviving the harsh climate we experience here in North East Scotland. We often see temperatures plummet to below -15 degrees celsius each winter. The only bamboo plant here at the nursery which we watch when temperatures are set to get to these extreme sub-zero temperatures is the beautifulChimonobambusa Tumidissinoda. We specifically keep this one in containers so it can be given some extra protection in these circumstances. It is hardy to minus 13 degrees celcius - probably fine for 95% of the UK! Such a beautiful bamboo, it is a must for us to have so the extra care is well worth it!
YES! We specialise in the specific genus of bamboo called FARGESIA. ALL Fargesia bamboo are classified as clumping / non-invasive / non-running. Fargesia bamboo have a pachymorph rhizome system which means that they have clumping roots. This means the root system stays in one area and doesn’t travel far (like running bamboo does). So, you don’t have to worry about barriers and the bamboo taking over your neighbour’s garden. Fargesia bamboo are also classified as 'short-medium' height bamboo, most of them will mature under 12ft / 4 metres.
YES! All the hardy varieties of bamboo we supply are evergreen, they keep their leaves all year round. They do however naturally shed around 10-15% of their leaves between Autumn and Spring allowing for fresh new leaves to come through from Spring into Summer. You will therefore see an amount of yellow fallen leaves at the base of your bamboo plant, this provides the plant with essential nutrients for the following growing season so it is best left to naturally mulch around the roots.
Although all our bamboo plants are very hardy, young plants can benefit from winter protection during their first winter especially when relatively juvenille. This can be a form of wind protection or some horticultural fleece loosly wrapped over the plant. Some mature plants can suffer some winter damage to the top growth but they are usually fully root hardy and will recover the following growing season.
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