Fargesia angustissima

The Fargesia angustissima is a medium-sized bamboo, non-spreading, with green-purple culms and fine green leaves. Its compact habit is well suited for small spaces such as terraces and balconies.

Originating from central China, the Fargesia angustissima has an upright and compact habit, growing in dense clumps. It has relatively thin culms of about one centimetre in diameter and violet, adorned with fine and dense foliage. Its growth is relatively fast to slow, reaching a height of 2.5 to 5 metres a few years. It is slightly more frost-sensitive than the other varieties, but can still withstand temperatures down to -12°C (in case of snowfall, remember to shake off the snow from its culms).

Bamboos are not demanding plants, they thrive in any garden soil. However, their growth rate and maximum height will be influenced by the quality and moisture content of the soil. Ideally, plant them in acidic or neutral, light, moist, and well-drained soil. In terms of exposure, we recommend planting your Fargesia angustissima in shade or partial shade, sheltered from the scorching sun and cold, drying winds.

The Fargesia angustissima is a clump-forming bamboo, not spreading. The installation of a rhizome barrier is therefore optional.

A star of Asian-inspired gardens, bamboo suits many styles, from the most modern to the most traditional. When planted in mass, it quickly creates small and exotic forests, adding beautiful verticality to modern gardens and terraces. Its fast growth also makes it an excellent plant for managing privacy in crowded spaces. The Fargesia angustissima can be grown in pots, so you can use it on your terrace as a natural screen to create intimate spaces.

Bamboo can also be planted as a standalone specimen. In an Asian-inspired garden, you can associate it with Japanese Maples, Azaleas, or the radiant Hakonecloa macra Aureola.

Fun Fact: Bamboo flowering is a rare and unpredictable event that is of little interest to most people. This occurrence is considered a bad omen as it signals the plant's imminent death. However, you don't need to worry too much, as it is a rare phenomenon and some bamboo species are resilient enough to regenerate over time.