Fargesia nitida, commonly known as Blue Fountain Bamboo, is an evergreen perennial grass native to the understory of mountainous regions and forested valleys in China. It is a clumping, non-invasive bamboo that typically grows to a height of 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters) with an equal spread. The species is characterized by its arching canes and blue-green foliage, which create a graceful, fountain-like appearance. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers, and flowering events are rare, occurring in long intervals of several decades.

Blue Fountain Bamboo is valued for its hardiness in cold climates and its non-invasive root system, making it a suitable choice for small gardens and urban landscapes. It provides a lush, oriental aesthetic and is often used as a specimen plant, in group plantings, or as a privacy screen. It thrives in part shade to full sun, prefers moist but well-drained soil, and requires protection from hot afternoon sun in warmer climates. While it is drought-tolerant once established, consistent watering will maintain its best appearance. It is important to note that this bamboo does not tolerate very high summer temperatures well.CC BY-SA 4.0