BAMBOO Fargesia papyrifera 'Grex'
Commonly known as Blue Bamboo
Stems becoming blue-grey as they mature.
£30.00
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Good to know
Hardy to -20C -
Pests & Diseases
May be susceptible to slugs, generally disease free -
Place of origin
Thibetan species, collected by Keith Rushforth -
EvergreenMay lose leaves in very cold weather
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Patio / pot plants
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Height and Spread
4-6 metres -
Bamboo
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
Remove weak and dead shoots in spring -
Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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