Fargesia robusta Pingwu - Non-running bamboo

The Fargesia robusta Pingwu is a variety of bamboo of medium size, non-invasive, original and highly ornamental: its white stem sheaths contrast elegantly with the green of its canes. It is a very architectural bamboo, remarkable in contemporary settings.

Native to China, specifically the Sichuan region, the Fargesia robusta Pingwu has an erect, dense and compact habit. It has green canes approximately 2cm (0.8in) in diameter, adorned with medium-sized, bright green leaves. Its growth is relatively fast, reaching a height of 2.5 to 4.5m (8.2 to 14.7ft) in a few years. Perfectly hardy, it can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F) (in case of snowfall, remember to shake off the canes to prevent damage). It is a variety that tolerates drought well.

Bamboos are not demanding plants, they thrive in any garden soil. However, their growth rate and maximum height will be influenced by the quality and moisture content of the soil. Ideally, plant them in acidic or neutral, light, moist and well-drained soil. In terms of exposure, we recommend planting your Fargesia robusta Pingwu in partial shade or full sun, as it tolerates both without any issues.

The Fargesia robusta Pingwu is a clump-forming bamboo, it is not invasive. The installation of a rhizome barrier is therefore unnecessary.

A star in Asian-inspired gardens, bamboo suits many styles, from the most modern to the most traditional. When planted en masse, it quickly creates small, exotic forests, adding beautiful vertical elements to modern gardens and terraces. Its fast growth also makes it an excellent plant for managing privacy in crowded spaces. The Fargesia robusta Pingwu can be grown in containers, allowing it to be used as a leafy screen to create intimate spaces on terraces.

The presence of bamboo is such that you can plant it as a standalone specimen. In flower beds, it pairs well with many plants. We recommend combining it, in a contemporary flower bed in partial shade, with variegated Hostas and Hydrangea macrophylla Magical Jade.

Did you know? Bamboos belong to the large family of Poaceae, just like wheat or even couch grass, with which they share the rhizomatous character. Indeed, bamboo is a very unique type of plant, which can be likened to a giant woody grass.