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Fernleaf Multiplex Bamboo delivers a lush, fine-textured curtain of green in a compact, well-behaved clump—ideal when you want privacy and softness without the sprawl of running bamboo. Delicate, fernlike leaves line slender canes for a refined look that suits courtyards, poolside plantings, and narrow side yards just as well as larger beds.
Tidy by nature and quick to fill in, it’s a smart choice for low-effort screening, containers, and garden rooms.
Fernleaf Multiplex Bamboo Care
Give full sun to partial shade and plant in well-drained soil (loam or sandy mixes are best). Water regularly the first season to establish; after that, switch to deep, occasional soakings during hot, dry spells—avoid constantly soggy roots. Top-dress with compost and feed in spring with a slow-release, high-nitrogen fertilizer to support fresh shoots.
Mulch 2–3 inches to conserve moisture, keeping mulch a few inches off the culms. Maintenance is simple: thin a few of the oldest canes at ground level each year for renewal and tip-trim to your target height (don’t cut mid-culm to prevent splits).
Generally hardy in USDA Zones 8–11; shelter from severe freeze and drying winter winds.
Fernleaf Multiplex Bamboo Spacing
Expect about 8–12 ft tall and 4–6 ft wide in the landscape (often shorter in containers). For a dense living screen, plant 3–4 ft on center. For a looser row or backdrop, space 5–6 ft apart. As a single specimen, allow a 5–6 ft circle for the clump to mature.
In containers, choose a sturdy 16–20"+ diameter pot with excellent drainage; set planters 2–3 ft apart to create a continuous green wall.
Why Grow Fernleaf Multiplex Bamboo?
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Clumping, non-invasive habit—neat footprint with quick cover
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Fine, fernlike foliage that softens hard edges and adds motion
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Excellent for low-profile hedges, narrow screens, and containers
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Straightforward upkeep: seasonal thinning and light tip trims
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Heat-tolerant and drought-tough once established
A compact, graceful screen that stays in bounds—plant Fernleaf Multiplex to add year-round greenery, privacy, and calm structure with minimal fuss.
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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