Umbrella Bamboo Campbell

A robust form of non-invasive bamboo, Fargesia robusta Campbell is a tall, vigorous, fast-growing, evergreen bamboo with a dense, upright, clump-forming habit and narrow spread, particularly good for planting as a hedge or screen. The eye-catching culms (canes) emerge bright green, turning olive-green as they mature, and have striking white culm-sheaths which light up the clump. The long, typical bamboo leaves are bright green and lush. Prefers full sun but is also happy in partial shade, and is drought-tolerant once established. Umbrella bamboo Campbell holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Site: Tolerates some exposure
Soil: Any moist but well-drained soil
Position: Full sun, partial shade
Season of interest: All year
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 13’ (4m) Spread: 5’ (1.5m)