Fargesia apicirubens

Also Known As

Fargesia dracocephala
Fargesia rufa 'Dracocephala'
Dragon Head Bamboo
Dragon's Head Bamboo

Plant type

bamboo

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 5'-10'

planting zones

6a-10a

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Fargesia apicirubens plant details

Fargesia apicirubens is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fargesia apicirubens

Plant type: bamboo
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: hedge, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fargesia apicirubens

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unlike most members of the Fargesia genus, Fargesia rufa 'Dracocephala' can handle direct sun during most of the day, although it still requires some shade in areas where 90-100 degrees is common for the summer. It is one of the fastest growing in the genus and can achieve its maximum height in only a few years, especially when given ample water. The dense foliage is excellent for hedges and screens, with even thin hedges creating an impenetrable barrier.

'Dracocephala' is similar to Fargesia nitida in habit, however 'Dracocephala' is slightly more upright and makes a wider clump. The shoots emerge early in the spring, often before any other species here in Southern Oregon. Unusual for most members of the Fargesia genus, the new shoots leaf out completely in the spring rather than late in the fall or even the following summer.

By: Red Panda Nursery

Feed your Panda and feed your soul. A mature clump of Dragon's Head Bamboo is spectacular. This one can tolerate a modest amount of morning sun! Though slow to get started, it can reach 10-16'.