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Green Inspiration Fargesia 'One Boo' 1.5Ltr Pot

ÂŁ1099
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🌿 Fargesia Bamboo
Common name: Clumping Bamboo
Growth Habit: Non-invasive, clump-forming
Foliage: Evergreen

Fargesia is a popular choice for gardeners due to its elegant, arching canes, non-invasive growth, and suitability for containers or screening. With the right care, it will thrive and bring year-round interest to your garden.

đź“Ť Position & Soil

  • Light: Prefers partial shade to full sun. Ideal for bright spots with some shelter from strong afternoon sun or wind.

  • Soil: Best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with consistent moisture.

  • Tip: Improve poor soil by incorporating organic matter like compost or leaf mould.

đź’§ Watering

  • Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during hot or dry periods.

  • Water deeply to reach the root zone, but avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.

  • Monitor soil moisture regularly—especially for potted plants.

🌱 Feeding

  • Apply a balanced bamboo or organic fertiliser in spring to promote healthy early growth.

  • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for frequency and dosage.

  • Avoid over-fertilising, especially late in the season, which may encourage soft growth vulnerable to frost.

✂️ Pruning

  • Pruning is not essential, but you may:

    • Remove dead, weak or damaged canes in late spring to early summer.

    • Thin lightly to maintain shape and appearance.

  • Use clean, sharp secateurs to prevent damage or infection.

❄️ Winter Protection

  • Hardy, but young or newly planted Fargesia can benefit from winter protection.

  • Apply a thick mulch layer (e.g. bark or compost) around the base to insulate roots.

  • First-year plants may drop up to one-third of their leaves in winter—this is normal and temporary.

đź“Ź Quick Facts

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

  • Height: Varies by species (typically 2–4m)

  • Spread: Clump-forming – does not spread invasively

  • Container Friendly: Yes – ensure good drainage and regular feeding

  • Ideal Uses: Screens, hedges, specimen planting, pots

Fargesia bamboo combines elegance with practicality, offering lush greenery without the worry of invasive spread. With thoughtful care, it rewards gardeners with graceful foliage and year-round charm

The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions, and bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.

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Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - ÂŁ2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from ÂŁ69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: ÂŁ3.95 or ÂŁ4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

Visit InPost’s [help page](#) for more details or check their blog for tips and updates.

How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.