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Robust Bamboo

Fargesia Robusta

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Overview

Fargesia robusta, or Robust Bamboo, is a clumping, non-invasive species, ideal for elegant privacy screens. It thrives in partial shade, grows to a height of 12-18 feet, with a 4-5 feet spread. Lush, evergreen foliage and upright canes (0.75-1 inch in diameter) distinguish this hardy species, suitable for USDA zones 6-9. Regular watering and well-draining soil ensure optimal health. Provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 7–9Type BambooClimate Temperate
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — Provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — Fargesia robusta, or Robust Bamboo, is a clumping, non-invasive species, ideal for elegant privacy screensRobust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — suitable for USDA zones 6-9Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — evergreen foliage and upright canes (0.75-1 inch in diameter) distinguish this hardy speciesRobust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — It thrives in partial shade, grows to a height of 12-18 feet, with a 4-5 feet spreadRobust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — Regular watering and well-draining soil ensure optimal health

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bamboo
Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — Provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — Fargesia robusta, or Robust Bamboo, is a clumping, non-invasive species, ideal for elegant privacy screens
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — suitable for USDA zones 6-9
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — evergreen foliage and upright canes (0.75-1 inch in diameter) distinguish this hardy species
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — It thrives in partial shade, grows to a height of 12-18 feet, with a 4-5 feet spread
Robust Bamboo (Fargesia Robusta) — Regular watering and well-draining soil ensure optimal health
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