Sunset Glow Bamboo

Fargesia rufa 'Sunset Glow' is an evergreen, clumping bamboo with green canes wrapped in reddish-orange sheaths and a gently arching outline. It can grow into a substantial screen-sized clump, with a mature height and spread reported around 6–10 feet. ## Landscape Use Use it as a living screen, informal hedge, or large container specimen where its dense foliage can form a year-round backdrop. The clumping growth expands as a gradually widening mass rather than sending out long running shoots, but still needs room for its full spread. ## Growing Conditions Plant in sun or partial shade; afternoon shade can help in hot regions. It performs best in moist, well-drained soil with organic matter and balanced moisture as it establishes. Sources place its hardiness around USDA zones 5–9 and describe it as cold hardy; heat and humidity can limit performance in the hottest regions. ## Maintenance Keep the root zone evenly moist while the clump is establishing, then water during extended dry weather. Remove dead or damaged canes at the base as needed to keep the screen open and tidy. [Panther Creek Nursery](https://www.panthercreeknursery.com/plant-name/Fargesia-rufa-Sunset-Glow) documents the named selection, evergreen clumping habit, 6–10-foot height and spread, sun exposure, and moist well-drained soil; [Burnt Ridge Nursery](https://www.burntridgenursery.com/mobile/SUNSET-GLOW-CLUMPING-BAMBOO-Fargesia-rufa/productinfo/NSBMSUN/) provides a second selection-specific size, care, and zone reference.