Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form]
Also Known As
- Fargesia dracocephala [dwarf form]
- Yushania confusa
Plant type
bamboo
size
- H: 5'-6'
- W: 6'-9'
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form] plant details
Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form] is an evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form]
- Plant type: bamboo
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 9 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form]
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form] plant
How to Grow Fargesia dracocephala [long leaf form]
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Bamboo
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 2'-15'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
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Width: 5'-14'
- mostly sun - shade
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Plant Type
Bamboo
Zones
5a-8a
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 18'-20'
Width: 15'-25'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12'-16'
Width: 12'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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