Description
Blue Fountain Bamboo is a stunning evergreen perennial that adds elegance and movement to Massachusetts gardens. Its gracefully arching stalks feature a unique purple to gray-blue hue, making it an excellent choice for hedges, privacy screens, or naturalized landscapes. This non-invasive yet vigorous variety thrives in both full sun and partial shade, offering year-round greenery. Its fine-textured, cascading foliage sets it apart, creating a tranquil, woodland-inspired atmosphere.
Growing up to 15 feet tall with a 12-foot spread, Blue Fountain Bamboo forms a dense, lush barrier ideal for privacy or wind protection. It flourishes in rich, well-drained soil and evenly moist conditions, though it does not tolerate standing water. Highly adaptable, it withstands urban pollution, making it perfect for city gardens. Low-maintenance and long-lived, this bamboo is a versatile addition to any Massachusetts landscape, whether used as an accent, mass planting, or woodland feature.
Each plant comes in a #2 (2 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Fargesia nitida
Color: green
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: evenly moist
Soil: well draining, rich, adaptable
Zone: 4 – 7
Plant Shape: arching, upright
Plant Type: herbaceous evergreen perennial
Mature Size: height (15'), width (12')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: fast
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