Fargesia papyrifera Blue Dragon - Non-running bamboo
Fargesia papyrifera Blue Dragon - Non-running bamboo
Fargesia papyrifera Blue Dragon - Non-running bamboo
Fargesia papyrifera Blue Dragon®
Blue Bamboo
I paid for bamboos that were supposed to be 150/175cm tall and they are only 130cm tall. They were supposed to be blue but they are not.
Annick, 28/09/2024
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Description
Fargesia papyrifera 'Blue Dragon®' is a variety of medium-sized, non-running bamboo with steel blue colouration of its young stubble that is truly spectacular.
Originating from China, specifically the Yunnan region, and belonging to the Poaceae family, Fargesia papyrifera has an upright habit. It bears stubble that is covered, in its juvenile stage, with a bloom that gives it a bluish appearance. Its foliage is composed of medium-sized leaves, with a beautiful matte green colour. Its growth is relatively fast, reaching a height of 4 m to 6 m (13 ft to 19.7 ft) in a few years. Hardy, but slightly less so than other Fargesias, it can withstand temperatures down to -15° C (5° F). However, in case of snowfall, make sure to shake off the stubble to prevent damage. It is classified as cespitose, meaning it does not spread. The installation of a rhizome barrier is therefore optional.
Bamboos are not demanding plants and thrive in any garden soil. However, their growth rate and maximum height will be influenced by the quality and moisture level 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 papyrifera in partial shade, sheltered from cold and drying winds.
A star in Asian-inspired gardens, bamboo suits many styles, from modern to traditional. When planted in mass, it quickly creates enchanting small forests, and its striking appearance adds beautiful vertical elements to modern gardens and terraces. Its rapid growth also makes it an excellent plant for managing privacy in crowded spaces.
This bamboo can be planted as a standalone specimen. In borders, it pairs well with many plants. In lush and exotic gardens, we recommend associating it with Hostas with bluish foliage, such as Hosta Halcyon, and Actaea with large pedicels.
Did you know? The flowering of bamboos is a true mystery: irregular and unpredictable, it occurs only rarely. It provides little botanical interest and, above all, it is a bad omen as it signals its death. But don't worry, this is a rare phenomenon, and some particularly resilient species manage to regenerate over time.
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Botanical data
Fargesia
papyrifera
Blue Dragon®
Poaceae
Blue Bamboo
China
Planting and care
Grown in containers, bamboo can be planted at any time of the year, except during freezing temperatures. However, the best planting period is in late summer and autumn, when the soil is warm and rainfall is more frequent. The planting distance depends on how you plan to use your bamboo: for a mass planting, leave a gap of 1.8 m to 2 m between each plant. For a hedge, reduce this distance to 1m to 1.4 m.
In general, bamboo prefers rich, well-drained soil that remains moist, either acidic or neutral. It can tolerate slightly alkaline soil.
During planting, make sure to loosen the soil and moisten the root ball by soaking it. You can also add well-decomposed compost and rake it into the surface. Watering should be done regularly, especially during the first year in the ground and continuously if your bamboo is grown in a pot. The establishment period may seem a bit long at times, but don't panic!
This bamboo does not spread, so the installation of a rhizome barrier (thick and resistant polypropylene film) is optional.
As for maintenance, bamboo is not demanding: remember to weed around their base at least initially, until the dead leaves on the ground form a natural mulch. An application of nitrogen fertiliser (well-decomposed manure or liquid fertiliser) in spring and autumn can be beneficial.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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