Archive for the ‘Bamboo’ Category

Umbrella bamboo ‘ideal for larger gardens’

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

Gardeners with a large amount of space at their disposal may like to consider investing in bamboo plants such as Fargesia murielae.Also known as umbrella bamboo, this specimen can reach up to four metres in height and suits big outdoor areas, the Huddersfield Examiner reported.One of the most...

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Routine maintenance ‘keeps bamboo looking good’

Friday, July 30th, 2010

Gardeners have been advised to keep plants such as yellow groove bamboo looking impressive by following a simple maintenance routine.According to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), bamboo can become unsightly if left to its own devices, but keeping the plants under control does not require...

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Arrow bamboo ‘offers versatility’

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

Arrow bamboo could be a good choice for gardeners seeking a versatile plant to use as a background for other shrubs.According to the BBC Plant Finder, the large leaves of the plant give it an "exuberant tropical appearance" that suits its frequent application as an informal garden screen or...

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Umbrella bamboo ‘is a distinctive and attractive specimen’

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Umbrella bamboo is a real head-turner due to its distinctive canes and attractive appearance. This is according to a BBC Gardeners' World guide to growing this pretty specimen, which underlined how even a beginner should be able to help it flourish. Also known as Fagesia murieliae, it is...

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Alan Titchmarsh: Bamboo has ‘bags of character’

Monday, July 26th, 2010

Bamboo is an eye-catching plant with bags of character, according to Alan Titchmarsh. The BBC Gardeners' World presenter wrote a column for the Express praising the exotic favourite, stating that it is often used to stunning effect by contemporary horticultural designers. He suggested that...

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