Fargesia scabrida Asian Wonder - Non-running Bamboo

The Fargesia scabrida Asian wonder is a recent, still relatively unknown and very ornamental plant. You will appreciate the delicacy of its foliage as well as its green stems that turn purple and are adorned with mahogany sheaths. It is perfect for small gardens.

Originally from China and belonging to the Poaceae family, the Fargesia scabrida Asian wonder has a fairly flexible upright habit, it has thin stems one centimetre in diameter, covered with dark green foliage, dense and very fine. Its growth is relatively fast, reaching a height of 3.50 to 5 metres in a few years. Particularly hardy, it can withstand -20°C (-4°F) (however, in case of snowfall, remember to shake off its canes).

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 an acidic or neutral, light, fertile and well-drained soil. As for exposure, we recommend planting your Fargesia scabrida Asian wonder in partial shade or full sun, the situation it prefers the most.

The Fargesia scabrida Asian wonder is a clumping bamboo, it is not invasive. 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 quickly creates very exotic small forests, its sculptural appearance brings beautiful verticals to modern gardens and terraces. Its fast growth also makes it an excellent plant for managing privacy in crowded spaces.

The presence of bamboo is such that you can plant it as a standalone specimen. In a mixed planting, it blends well with many other plants, we recommend associating it, in an Asian-style garden, with Japanese Maples and Japanese Azaleas.

Did you know? The flowering of bamboo is a real mystery: irregular and unpredictable, it only occurs exceptionally. It has little interest and, above all, it is a bad omen as it announces its death. But don't worry, it is an extremely rare phenomenon and some particularly vigorous species manage to regenerate over time.