Fargesia rufa (Rufa Clumping Bamboo)

Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5-8a, at least 72" tall Origin: China

Fargesia rufa is a recently introduced species from the mountains of Western Sichuan, China. Fargesia rufa is a pachymorph, which means it couldn't run even if it was being chased down the mountain by a pack of starving pandas. This short clumper makes an elegant, 6' tall upright fountain. In addition to the wonderful form, the culm sheaths are reddish-brown. In initial tests, Fargesia rufa looks to be quite tolerant to both heat and cold. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)