Chinese Fountain Bamboo Nymphenburg

A well-behaved bamboo which does not run at the root, Fargesia nitida Nymphenburg is a compact, suckering, clump-forming, evergreen bamboo with slender arching stems, giving a fountain-like, rather than upright appearance. Narrow leaves, up to 4”/10cm long, are green, flushed purple. Fargesia bamboos die once they flower, but as they do so only once every 100 years or so (all at the same time), yours should be with you for a good while! Chinese fountain bamboo Nymphenburg looks particularly lovely next to a pool, but must be planted in well-drained soil.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Any moist but well-drained soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Season of interest: All year
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 8’ (2.5m); Spread: 8’ (2.5m)