Fargesia rufa or Dragon Head Bamboo is a hardy perennial, clump-forming and non-invasive bamboo plant. This award-winning variety boasts the classic ‘weeping’ umbrella shape, with bright-green young stems maturing to yellow-green. For added interest, stem sheaths and side branches develop attractive shades of copper. The shiny evergreen foliage is light to dark green, which varies depending on whether it is grown in bright light or shade. Fargesia rufa will grow into a dense screen that is ideal for blocking out eyesores or providing privacy. Its medium height means this variety is also sensational as a specimen plant for containers or borders, where it won’t take over! Holding an RHS Award of Garden Merit for its garden performance, this variety is extremely hardy, plus tolerant of heat and sun. Expect a mature height of 3m and spread of 1.5m. Supplied in a 19cm nursery pot with a silver ‘Biscotti’ square patio pot made from hardwearing partially-recycled, pol