Fountain Bamboo, Fargesia Vampire A tall growing bamboo from China. A more sun tolerant variety of Fargesia murielae, its dark, deep-red stems appear at the end of Summer. It does best when it gets afternoon shade. Good specimen. Site: Tolerates inland exposureSoil: Prefers moist, well drained soilPosition: Full sun to shadeSeason of Interest: Evergreen, red canesHardiness: HardyHeight: 10-15ft (3-5m) Spread: 6-10ft (2-3m)