Fargesia robusta is a popular choice for tall, upright clumping bamboo in the Puget Sound area. It likes partial shade but can handle full summer sun and stays green all winter with dark green leaves.

Max Height: 12-15’ depending on the amount of space given to grow.

Growth Habits: New shoots appear in early spring and again in fall. It can take over 5 years to reach full size. White sheaths cover the new shoots and fall off as the branches develop.

Clumping bamboos expand in overall diameter up to 12” per year. They stay relatively compact with predictable growth, but still require forethought and planning when planted. Plant them a few feet away from fences and property lines to avoid crowding. White culm sheathes adorn new canes and drop as the branches form.