Fargesia nitida Great Wall

Fargesia nitida Great Wall is a medium-sized, non-spreading variety of bamboo, very suitable for creating vegetative screens. Its green culms turn a purple-red bear with fine and compact foliage. Ideal for hedges or small groves.

Originating from China and belonging to the Poaceae family, Fargesia nitida Great Wall has a fairly flexible upright habit. Its young green culms, with an average diameter of one centimetre, turn purple-red over time. Its growth is relatively fast, reaching a height of 2 to 4 metres in a few years. Perfectly hardy, this bamboo can withstand temperatures as low as -26°C (however, in case of snowfall, remember to shake its culms to remove the snow).

Bamboos are not demanding plants, they thrive in any garden soil. However, their growth rate and maximum height will be determined 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 nitida Great Wall in shade or partial shade (it does not tolerate full sun well), sheltered from cold and drying winds.

Fargesia nitida Great Wall is a clump-forming bamboo, it does not spread. 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. Planted en masse, it allows for the quick creation of small, exotic forests, and its architectural appearance brings beautiful vertical lines to modern gardens and terraces. Its fast growth also makes it an excellent plant for managing privacy in densely populated spaces.

Bamboo is so prominent that you can plant it as a standalone plant. In flower beds, it pairs well with many plants. We recommend planting it in an exotic and lush garden, with the majestic Palmate Rhubarb and Astilboides tabularis.

Fun fact: Bamboo flowering is a real enigma. It is extremely rare and unpredictable and signifies the end of the plant's life. Although it is generally regarded as a bad omen, some species can regenerate themselves over time. Don't worry, though - this is a rare occurrence.