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Clumping, non-invasive hardy bamboos for UK gardens. Fargesia species that stay put in a border, container or informal screen, without the rampant rhizomes that give bamboo its reputation. Evergreen structure and gentle movement year-round.
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Not all bamboos are invasive. Fargesia (the genus behind Red Panda, Jiuzhaigou and Red Dragon) is clump-forming, which means it expands slowly outwards from a central crown by a few centimetres a year rather than sending long underground rhizomes across the garden. That makes it safe for ordinary beds, courtyards, containers and small gardens. Fully hardy, evergreen, and quiet in wind, hardy bamboo brings movement and structure that few other plants match. Read our honest guide to what to expect from hardy exotics through the seasons before your first order.
Hardy bamboo is a natural fit for screening and privacy, for large pots and containers, and for softening the edges of exotic borders. See the full Hardy Exotics range for companion plants.
Many bamboos are fully hardy in the UK and stay evergreen through winter. The varieties in this collection are chosen for British gardens, and each is labelled with its hardiness so you can match it to your area.
Some running bamboos can spread, but clump-forming types stay put and are well behaved. If you want a vigorous screening bamboo, grow it in a pot or use a root barrier, and we describe the habit of each plant so there are no surprises.
Yes, bamboo is one of the best plants for fast, evergreen screening. Tall canes and dense foliage quickly block a view or soften a fence, and a row in pots works well on a balcony or terrace.
Bamboo grows well in large containers, which is ideal for patios and balconies and also keeps vigorous types contained. Use a big, strong pot, water generously in summer, and feed in spring.
Choose a clump-forming variety, grow it in a pot, or install a solid root barrier around running types. Removing any stray new shoots as they appear keeps everything under control.
Bamboo is one of the fastest ways to add height, privacy and a lush, exotic feel to a garden. The tall canes and evergreen leaves make a living screen that filters wind, softens fences and rustles beautifully in the breeze. The varieties here are hardy in the UK and chosen to give you that effect without taking over the garden.
Growing bamboo in a large container is a great way to enjoy it on a patio or balcony, and it also keeps the more vigorous types neatly in check. A row of potted bamboo makes an instant green screen for privacy on a balcony or roof terrace. Use a big, sturdy pot, keep it well watered in summer, and topdress or feed each spring.
Clump-forming bamboos spread slowly and stay where you put them, which makes them the easy choice for most gardens. More vigorous running types give faster screening but are best contained with a root barrier or grown in pots. Each plant here is described clearly so you know what you are getting.
Plant in spring in sun or partial shade in any reasonable, moisture-retentive soil. Water well for the first year or two while it establishes, mulch in spring, and thin out older canes occasionally to keep the clump looking its best.
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