# Red Cloud Bamboo > Melbourne's Leading Supplier of Bamboo ## Posts - [Complete Guide to Growing Bamboo in Melbourne](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/guide-to-growing-bamboo-in-melbourne/): Complete Guide to Growing Bamboo in Melbourne If you’re thinking of adding a little more green to your Melbourne garden, then growing bamboo can be a fantastic choice. It offers privacy, beauty, and a touch of the exotic. Whether you’re after a lush screen or a striking feature plant, bamboo is surprisingly adaptable to our local climate. This guide will help you pick the right variety, get it planted correctly, and keep it looking its best throughout the year. Key Takeaways Choosing between clumping and running bamboo is important for managing space and growth in your garden. Several bamboo varieties […] - [Running vs Clumping Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/running-vs-clumping-bamboo/): Running vs Clumping Bamboo Clumping vs Running Bamboo: What’s the Difference? Bamboo is one of the most widely cultivated and useful grass species in the world. There are two main types of bamboo: clumping bamboo and running bamboo. These differ primarily in their growth habit and potential invasiveness. This article will explain the key differences between clumping and running bamboo, including their definitions, planting types, uses and advantages and disadvantages of each.   Clumping Bamboo Clumping bamboo gets its name from the way it grows, forming tight, tidy clusters rather than spreading. This is thanks to its short-rooted rhizomes, which only […] - [How To Revive a Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/how-to-revive-a-bamboo/): How to Revive a Bamboo in Australia Here is How To Save a Bamboo Plant From Dying: Bamboo is a tough, elegant plant well-suited to Australian gardens—but even the hardiest varieties can struggle under poor conditions. If your bamboo is looking sad, yellowing, or stunted, it’s not too late. With the right care, you can bring it back to life. Here are the key steps to help revive a struggling bamboo plant: 1. Water Deeply and Consistently Water is the most important factor when reviving bamboo. Dry soil can become hydrophobic, meaning it repels water and becomes difficult to rehydrate. […] - [How Fast Does Bamboo Grow](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/how-fast-does-bamboo-grow/): How Fast Does Bamboo Grow How Fast Does Bamboo Grow? Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth and one of the most sustainable. With the right conditions, it can shoot up at astonishing rates, making it a favourite for both landscapers and eco-conscious gardeners. In this article, we’ll explore how bamboo grows, what influences its speed, and why it’s such an ideal plant for Australian gardens and landscapes. Bamboo Growth in Summer During summer, bamboo really comes to life. With warmth, sunlight, and rainfall on its side, many species can grow more than 350mm per day. Clumping varieties […] - [Trimming Bamboo in Australia](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/trimming-bamboo-tree/): Trimming Bamboo in Australia How to Trim Bamboo Properly Trimming is one of the most important parts of bamboo care. Whether you’re maintaining a garden, hedge, or large grove, regular trimming keeps bamboo healthy, manageable, and visually appealing. At Red Cloud Bamboo, we know how essential proper trimming is to ensure your bamboo thrives. This guide will walk you through the when, why, and how of trimming bamboo, including tool recommendations, techniques, and the difference between trimming and pruning. Note, if you have your bamboo in corten steel planters or other boxes, keeping them trimmed becomes even more essential! The […] - [Bamboo Screening Plants](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/bamboo-screening-plants/): Bamboo Screening Plants Bamboo Screening Plants: The Natural Privacy Solution for Melbourne Gardens If you’re looking for a fast-growing, low-maintenance, and stylish way to create privacy in your outdoor space, bamboo screening plants are an excellent choice especially for Melbourne’s variable climate. Bamboo grows quickly into dense, green clusters that form a natural barrier against wind, noise, and nosy neighbours. With a wide range of sizes, colours, and growth habits, bamboo is one of the most versatile screening plants available. Why Choose Bamboo for Screening? When it comes to fast, effective, and beautiful privacy screening, bamboo is hard to beat. […] - [How To Grow A Bamboo Hedge](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/how-to-grow-a-bamboo-hedge/): How to Grow a Bamboo Hedge: The Ultimate Guide for Melbourne Gardens Bamboo makes good neighbours. Its soft foliage, sound-dampening qualities, and natural density make it an ideal living fence for peaceful garden boundaries. Bamboo hedging is an elegant and practical way to add privacy and greenery to modern gardens across Melbourne. Fast-growing, low-maintenance, and visually striking, clumping bamboo varieties like Bambusa multiplex (also know as Goldstripe), Bambusa textilis gracilis, and Fargesia fortune are ideal for creating dense, evergreen barriers. Their natural resilience against extreme weather and environmental pollutants makes bamboo a standout option compared to traditional hedging or hard […] - [Native Australian Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/native-australian-bamboo/): Native Australian Bamboo Australian Bamboo: 3 Native Species & The Most Popular When most people picture bamboo, they think of the lush forests of Asia. But did you know that Australia is also home to its own native bamboo species? For over 60,000 years, Aboriginal Australians sustainably utilised bamboo found in the wild across northern parts of the continent. In this article, we explore three bamboo varieties native to Australia, ongoing debate around a possible fourth, and the most popular bamboo now cultivated across the country. Australia’s Native Bamboo Species 1. Bambusa arnhemica Found in Arnhem Land in the tropical […] - [The Fascinating World of Bamboo The Giant Grass](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/the-fascinating-world-of-bamboo-the-giant-grass/): The Fascinating World of Bamboo The Giant Grass Bamboo: Nature’s Towering Grass At first glance, it’s easy to mistake bamboo for a tree. Its height, its woody stalks, and its strength all suggest timber. But here’s the surprise: bamboo is actually the world’s largest grass. Belonging to the Bambusoideae subfamily, bamboo spans more than 1,500 species across continents, climates, and cultures. From lush Asian forests to modern Australian gardens, this giant grass is cherished not only for its beauty but also for its strength, sustainability, and astonishing versatility. Is Bamboo a Tree? No, bamboo is not a tree. Despite its […] - [Eight Amazing Facts About Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/eight-amazing-facts-about-bamboo/): Eight Amazing Facts About Bamboo Bamboo is one of the most abundant and versatile plants on Earth. Found globally in diverse climates and elevations, over 1,500 bamboo species inhabit every continent except Antarctica. Though often mistaken as trees, bamboo is in fact a large grass in the Poaceae family. Beyond its aesthetic appeal in landscaping, bamboo serves vital ecological, economic and cultural purposes. Its rapid growth habit allows bamboo to sequester carbon at high rates and repopulate areas after natural disasters. Locally sourced bamboo brings income opportunities through harvesting, construction or handicrafts. In some areas, bamboo for sale provides an additional source […] ## Pages - [Vegetable Planter Boxes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/planter-boxes/vegetable-planter-boxes/): Vegetable Planter Boxes Vegetable Planter Boxes Red Cloud Bamboo is a leading supplier of vegetable planter boxes in Melbourne and throughout Victoria. We offer a range of sizes and colours perfect for growing all types of veggies. Vegetable planters: Our vegetable planter boxes offer a durable and stylish solution for Australian gardens, standing up well to local weather conditions. You can get custom-made planters tailored to your specific space and aesthetic preferences, with a range of finishes available. Investing in quality craftsmanship and a product built to last will bring lasting beauty to your garden. Why Choose Red Cloud Bamboo […] - [Fibreglass Planter Boxes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/planter-boxes/fibreglass-planter-boxes/): Fibreglass Planter Boxes Fibreglass Planter Boxes Red Cloud Bamboo is a leading supplier of fibreglass planter boxes in Melbourne and throughout Victoria. We offer a range of sizes and colours to suit many plant types. Fibreglass planters: Fibreglass planter boxes offer a durable and stylish solution for Australian gardens, standing up well to local weather conditions. You can get custom-made fibreglass planters tailored to your specific space and aesthetic preferences, with a range of finishes available. These planters are a practical choice, being lightweight yet strong, and require minimal upkeep, fitting easily into busy lives. Fibreglass planter boxes are versatile, […] - [Corten Steel Planters](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/planter-boxes/corten-steel-planters/): Corten Steel Planters Corten Steel Planters Red Cloud Bamboo is a leading supplier of corten steel planters in Melbourne and throughout Victoria. We offer a range of sizes and colours to suit many plant types. Benefits of corten steel planters: Corten steel planters offer a distinctive weathered look that blends rustic charm with modern design, evolving beautifully over time. These planters are incredibly durable, designed to withstand the elements year-round, making them a long-lasting garden feature. Enjoy a stylish garden with minimal effort; corten steel planters require little maintenance and no painting or sealing. Their versatile design allows them to […] - [Shop All Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/bamboo-varieties/): Shop All Bamboo Our Bamboo Varieties We have a wide variety of bamboo available at our nursery to suit all needs. See the types of bamboo we have in stock below, and order conveniently online for pickup or delivery throughout Melbourne and Victoria. Why Choose Red Cloud Bamboo Red Cloud is Melbourne’s leading supplier of bamboo. We grow our stock locally at our nursery, ensuring it performs in real Melbourne conditions. We trial every variety ourselves, selecting only those that handle Melbourne’s soil, sun, and seasons. Our entire nursery is dedicated to non-invasive clumping bamboo. - [Redcor Products](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/redcor/): Shop REDCOR® REDCOR® Steel Landscape Edging and Planters Bamboo Plus is a leading supplier of garden edging to suit any landscapes. Made from high-quality REDCOR steel, they available in eight heights, from 75mm though to 590mm. Our corten steel planters feature a minimum of 2.5mm thick steel and are available at either 500mm or 700mm high. Suitable for both domestic and commercial landscape installations. Why Choose Red Cloud Bamboo Red Cloud is Melbourne’s leading supplier of garden edging and planter boxes. Ideal for any landscaping project, the modular steel system will help turn your great ideas into reality with ease! - [Planter Boxes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/planter-boxes/): Shop Planter Boxes Planter Boxes Red Cloud Bamboo is a leading supplier of planter boxes in Melbourne with a range of sizes and colours to suit many plant types, including bamboo planter boxes. They are high quality, durable and available in corten-steel, fibreglass and polystone. Our planter boxes have a range of benefits: Improved Soil Control: You can select and mix the perfect soil blend for your specific plants. Enhanced Drainage: Proper drainage is easier to manage, preventing waterlogged roots. Increased Accessibility: Raised beds make gardening more comfortable and less strenuous. Design Flexibility: Easily rearrange or reposition boxes to refresh […] - [My account](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/checkout/) - [Cart](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/cart/): Cart Remove item Thumbnail image Product Price Quantity Subtotal × Polystone GRC/Fibreglass Lightweight Planter Boxes – Concrete Grey, SMALL L800 x W330 x H450 119 Litres $129.00 Polystone GRC/Fibreglass Lightweight Planter Boxes – Concrete Grey, SMALL L800 x W330 x H450 119 Litres quantity $645.00 × Heavy Duty Swivel Locking Castor Wheels – 75MM $139.00 Heavy Duty Swivel Locking Castor Wheels – 75MM quantity $417.00 × REDCOR® Corten Steel Garden Edging – Edging 2mm REDCOR® 150mm high 2.4m Long $61.00 REDCOR® Corten Steel Garden Edging – Edging 2mm REDCOR® 150mm high 2.4m Long quantity $1,708.00 × Green Hedge – 180mm […] - [Shop](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/shop/) - [Running Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/running-bamboo/): Running Bamboo Varieties Running Bamboo for Sale Contact us Green Bamboo Yellow Bamboo Black Bamboo Need Help Choosing the Right Bamboo? Tell us a little about your space and we’ll recommend the best variety. Our Social Media : Facebook Instagram - [Resources](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/resources/): Everything You Need to Grow with Confidence Everything You Need to Grow with Confidence Whether you’re new to bamboo or ready to plant your tenth screen, this section covers everything you need to know. From choosing the right variety to long-term maintenance, we’ve pulled together our most useful guides in one place. Downloadable Guides: Bamboo Care Planting Guide Planting Recommendations Extra Care Owners guide Magic of Bamboo Frequently Asked Questions From spacing and pot sizes to invasive species and costs, this section answers the questions we hear every week. Sample answers include: Bamboo: Fast-Growing, Rewarding, and Surprisingly Powerful It is […] - [Growing and Maintenance](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/gallery/growing-and-maintenance/): Growing and Maintenance - [Featured Landscapers and Designers](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/gallery/featured-landscapers-and-designers/): Featured Landscapers and Designers - [Process](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/gallery/process/): Progress How Your Bamboo Grows From planning to planting to full coverage — this is what the bamboo journey looks like. Scroll through real projects and see the transformation unfold over time. - [Gallery](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/gallery/): Gallery Real Gardens. Real Growth. See how Red Cloud Bamboo transforms outdoor spaces into green sanctuaries. From small suburban gardens to large-scale landscapes, these photos show what’s possible when you plant the right bamboo in the right place. Progress Featured Landscapers Maintenance Before & Afters Every image below shows what our bamboo looks like in the ground — not just on the shelf. Scroll through to see how quickly clumping bamboo transforms exposed fences, open boundaries, and tired garden edges into green, private spaces. Drag Drag Drag Drag Drag Need Help Choosing the Right Bamboo? Tell us a little about […] - [Blog](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/blog/): our Bamboo blog Running vs Clumping Bamboo How To Revive a Bamboo How Fast Does Bamboo Grow Trimming Bamboo in Australia Bamboo Screening Plants How To Grow A Bamboo Hedge Best Types of Bamboo For Screening Native Australian Bamboo The Fascinating World of Bamboo The Giant Grass Eight Amazing Facts About Bamboo - [Bamboo Screens](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/bamboo-screens/): Bamboo Screens Aesthetic Bamboo Appeal: Add a decorative embellishment that breathes life into any plain fence, creating a serene and stylish ambience. Versatile Bamboo Screen Sizing: Available in 1-meter-wide panels with various heights to suit your needs – choose from 1.8 meters, 2 meters, and 2.4 meters tall. Practical Fence Solution:  Not only do they beautify your space, but they also provide additional height to your fences, enhancing privacy and security. Tall Price 1.8m $60.00 2.0m $65.00 2.4m $70.00 CLEARANCE SALE Get up to 50% off all screens for a limited time only! Order Now Bamboo Screens Enhance the beauty and […] - [About us](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/about-us/): About Red Cloud Bamboo We grow one thing and we do it well. All our bamboo is raised on our nursery in Heatherton, 20 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. Clumping bamboo, grown for Victorian gardens Red Cloud Bamboo exists for one purpose: to grow bamboo that performs in real Melbourne conditions. With over 23 years of experience and a nursery purpose-built for bamboo, we focus on quality, honesty, and results. Locally grown, start to finish Every plant is raised onsite. No third parties, no interstate freight. We trial every variety ourselves, selecting only those that handle Melbourne’s soil, sun, and seasons. […] - [Prices](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/prices/): Bamboo Prices Our selective genetic process provides a basis for our high-quality bamboo. Note: Heights differ between varieties. Taller is not necessarily better. Bamboo Type 20cm potApprox. 1mt 20cm potApprox. 1mt 25cm potApprox. 2mt 33cm potApprox. 3mt 40cm potApprox.. 3.5mt 50cm pot3-5mt Gracilis Bamboo $45std. $59 premium $132 $200 $340 $480 Alphonse Karr $54 $95 $175 $340.00 n/a Oldhamii Bamboo $54 $95 $175 $340 $480 Ghost Bamboo $80 $132 $200 $340 $480 China Gold $80 $132 $200 $340 $480 Himalayan Weeping $44 $99 $200 – – Nepalese Blue $59  $115 $200 – – Black bamboo – $105 $200 $340 $480 […] - [Yellow Bamboo Plants](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/yellow-bamboo-plants/): Yellow Bamboo Plants Similar to green bamboo but with golden culms and even greater resilience, Yellow Bamboo thrives in challenging conditions. And like all bamboo, it can be cut, pruned, hedged, or shaped….. to your liking. Yellow Bamboo Plants Scientific Name: Phyllostachys Aureosulcata Spectabilis Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade Height: Between 4-7 Metres Stunning dark green foliage over bright yellow culms. The strongest and hardiest of all. Spreads rapidly. Yellow Bamboo Plants Tall Price Pot Size 1.0m $59.00 20cm 2.0m $115.00 25cm 3.0m $200.00 33cm Order Now Similar to green bamboo but with golden culms and even greater resilience, Yellow Bamboo thrives in challenging […] - [Green Bamboo Plants](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/green-bamboo-plants/): Green Bamboo Plants We stock several hardy green bamboo varieties, which we recommend over clumping types for potted growth in exposed conditions. Running bamboo adapts far better to container life than clumping varieties. Most green running bamboos are highly versatile and can be shaped into a short, dense hedge, a tall, minimalist statement, or anything in between. While Green Bamboo can occasionally attract aphids, these pests are easily controlled with insecticide or even a simple soapy water spray applied to the foliage. Green Bamboo Plants Scientific Name: Phyllostachys aurea Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade Height: Between 3-6 Metre Extremely hardy. […] - [Black Bamboo Plants](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/black-bamboo-plants/): Black Bamboo Plants A stunning bamboo that excels in almost any setting. While it’s a running species, with proper site preparation and maintenance, it can thrive in many locations. Its small, dark green leaves contrast beautifully with its glossy black culms. Black Bamboo is a fast grower when well-fed and watered; new culms shoot up in November, starting green and turning black as the season progresses. Like all bamboos, Black Bamboo is highly versatile and can be thinned to highlight its culms. However, it grows bushy quickly and can outgrow containers rapidly. To prolong container growth, thin it occasionally by […] - [Oldhamii Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/oldhamii-bamboo/): Oldhamii Bamboo This is the classic bamboo—big, bold, and perfect for high screening or showcasing large, solid culms. Oldhamii Bamboo is a rapid grower that reaches impressive heights while maintaining a relatively compact footprint. Its upright stance is complemented by dense, lush, dark green foliage. In Melbourne, this large bamboo suits any suburban garden with space for medium-sized trees. Unlike trees, Oldhamii Bamboo can be thinned to fit a smaller area while still soaring to 10 meters. For narrow beds, we recommend a width of at least 600mm with sturdy borders. Its fibrous roots won’t cause damage like tree roots, […] - [Nepalese Blue Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/nepalese-blue-bamboo/): Nepalese Blue Bamboo Nepalese Blue Bamboo gets its name from its origin and the powdered coating on its culms, giving them a distinctive blue hue. It prefers protection from hot afternoon sun. At certain times of the year, Nepalese Blue Bamboo and Himalayan Weeping can be hard to distinguish. However, Nepalese Blue is slightly more sun-tolerant, grows taller and more upright, and develops thicker culms. Nepalese Blue Bamboo typically reaches 3.5 meters in most conditions. Nepalese Blue Bamboo Scientific Name: Himalyacalamus Porcatus Sunlight: Partial Shade Height: Between 1-3 Metre A truly beautiful plant Cascading river of slender foliage Much hardier […] - [Himalayan Weeping Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/himalayan-weeping-bamboo/): Himalayan Weeping Bamboo A strikingly unique plant that defies the classic bamboo look, Himalayan Weeping Bamboo is a cascade of long, slender leaves that layer elegantly over one another. Take a closer look—yes, it’s bamboo! There’s just something special about bamboo. This variety thrives in a cool, shaded spot, protected from all-day sun. It’s a compact bamboo with narrow culms and a small footprint, typically reaching 2.5 meters in height. Like most bamboo, it can be pruned to your preferred height and density. Thanks to its modest size, Himalayan Weeping Bamboo is an excellent choice for container growing in a […] - [China Gold Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/china-gold-bamboo/): China Gold Bamboo With its stunningly coloured culms and chocolate-striped shoots, this variety is a true winner. China Gold Bamboo is a beautifully shaped plant that remains compact and exudes a relaxed, graceful vibe. Its large leaves drape elegantly over its gently nodding culms. This versatile bamboo maintains dense foliage from top to bottom, though it’s hard to resist trimming some lower leaves to showcase its golden culms. It can be hedged or shaped to suit your needs. China Gold Bamboo requires consistent watering during establishment—keeping the rootball moist is crucial. However, once established, it becomes remarkably drought-tolerant. China Gold […] - [Ghost Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/ghost-bamboo/): Ghost Bamboo Ghost bamboo is a stunning plant that adds a tropical vibe to any garden.It’s one of the hardiest and most adaptable bamboo varieties, thriving in all regions of Australia. Ghost Bamboo is a fast-growing plant that can form a dense 4-metre screen in just two years. Its name comes from the ghostly white coating on its culms, though this feature is less pronounced in cooler climates. Ghost Bamboo Scientific Name: Dendrocalamus Minor Amoneous Sunlight: Full Sun to Part Shade Height: Between 4-7 Metre Large bright green leaves Dense canopy with arching culms Ghostly white powder on young culms […] - [Gold Stripe Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/gold-stripe-bamboo/): Gold Stripe Bamboo Gold Stripe Bamboo is similar to Gracilis Bamboo but slightly shorter. Its stance is very vertical and slim. It grows dense dark green foliage and is very hardy. Gold Stripe will thrive in full sun and will look even better with partial shade. Like all bamboo, it can be kept extremely neat with regular pruning. Gold Stripe Bamboo benefits significantly from frequent watering and fertilising, which helps maintain lush, green foliage. Clay soil is where it is at its best. Gold Stripe Bamboo Scientific Name: Bambusa Multiplex Gold Stripe Sunlight: Full Sun / Partial Shade Height: Up […] - [Alphonse Karr Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/alphonse-karr-bamboo/): Alphonse Karr Bamboo Alphonse Karr Probably the best looking of the hedging bamboos, Al Karr Bamboo always attracts attention. Pinkish shoots become green-striped, yellow culms.The colour deepens with age. This cultivar is shorter and more upright than the common hedging bamboo, and it always looks good, even in Melbourne’s winter. Responds well to pruning and at 2-4 metres, is suitable for many urban landscapes as either dense hedge or feature plant. Hardy, easy to grow, handles most conditions, even high winds and sea air. Alphonse Karr is suitable for a small area if maintained; I have seen several situations where the […] - [Gracilis Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/gracilis-bamboo/): Gracilis Bamboo Gracilis can be used as a large screening plant for privacy against the double story next door or planted in a small courtyard as a specimen.  This is one of the best varieties to manipulate to the form you want; keep it as a luscious blanket of foliage, prune the lower branches to expose the culms, cut the tops to the height required, cut and remove most of the culms for a minimalistic look, etc. Gracilis Bamboo Scientific Name: Bambusa Textilis Gracilis Sunlight: Full sun to part shade Height: Up to 6 Metre Highly versatile classic bamboo. Tall […] - [Clumping Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/clumping-bamboo/): Clumping Bamboo “Non-Invasive Bamboo” Clumping Bamboo for sale Clumping bamboo offer a range of advantages that make them particularly well-suited for Australian gardens. Their contained growth means you can enjoy the lush, tropical aesthetic of bamboo without the worry of it becoming invasive. They are excellent for creating natural screens for privacy, acting as living fences, or serving as striking ornamental features. Their rapid growth, once established, means you can achieve a mature look relatively quickly. Furthermore, many clumping varieties are quite hardy and can tolerate a variety of Australian conditions, from coastal salt spray to drier inland areas, depending […] - [Fortune Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/fortune-bamboo/): Fortune Bamboo Fortune Bamboo is a small-growing, clumping bamboo with a neat upright habit. It’s ideal for pots, courtyards, and smaller gardens where space is limited but style still matters. This elegant variety forms tight clumps and grows up to 3–4 m tall, making it a great option for light screening, background planting, or softening hard surfaces like walls and fences. Fortune Bamboo Scientific Name: Fargesia Angustissima Sunlight: Full to part shade Height: Up to 3.5 mt height Very versatile Great hedging plant Great for easy bonsai Can form tall narrow screen Fortune Bamboo Tall Price Pot Size 0.6m $44.00 20cm […] - [Contact](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/contact/): Get in touch Whether you need advice on varieties, want to check availability, or are ready to place an order, we’d love to hear from you. You’re welcome to reach out online, give us a call, or come visit the nursery. Send an Enquiry Not sure what bamboo you need? Have a question? Fill out our enquiry form and we’ll get back to you with tailored advice. SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram contact information Wholesale and Bulk Orders If you’re a landscaper, architect, developer or builder, we supply large quantities of bamboo direct from our nursery. Contact us for current availability, […] - [Home](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/): Buy Bamboo Plants in Melbourne from Victoria’s Leading Nursery All of our bamboo is grown onsite at our Heatherton nursery. No resellers. No freighted stock. Just expert-grown bamboo, ready for Melbourne gardens. Clumping Bamboo Running Bamboo View New Owners Guide View Magic of Bamboo Located 30 Minutes from Melbourne CBD With over 23 years of experience, we grow bamboo that thrives in Victorian gardens. Whether it’s for privacy, screening or structure, we’ll help you choose the right variety. Bamboo for Every Purpose Privacy, planting or pruning, we’ve got you covered Whether you’re creating a natural screen, choosing the right bamboo […] - [Homepage](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/homepage/): Welcome to garden glow Buy Bamboo Direct From Victoria’s Leading Grower We grow all our bamboo at our nursery in Melbourne. Buy direct from the source. No middlemen. Just expert-grown, cold-hardy bamboo ready for your garden. Book an Appointment Get a Recommendation Our Bamboo Nursery is 25 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD 2 Plant Grove Heatherton 3202, VICTORIA Get Directions Who we are The Story Behind Red Cloud Bamboo’s Growing Excellence Our journey began with a walk through Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens — a moment that sparked a lifelong fascination with the beauty and strength of bamboo. 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Please note, that it is an INVASIVE variety and if given the chance it will run throughout the garden. - [Heavy Duty Swivel Locking Castor Wheels](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/heavy-duty-swivel-locking-castor-wheels/): Heavy Duty Swivel  Castor Wheels   -  CAN ONLY BE FITTED TO STEEL BOXES   - [Powder Coated Steel Planter Boxes - Standard Sizes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/powder-coated-steel-planter-boxes-standard-sizes/): Please note that we have a minimum order of $2,000 for powder coating SIZES AVAILABLE Length : Width : Height : Price : Weight 400    x     400     x     400           $295       13kg 500    x     500    x      500           $390        20kg 600    x     600    x     600            $455        28kg 1000  x     300    x     400             $435       21kg 1200   x    300    x     500             $515       30kg 1200   x    400    x     400             $525       28kg 1400   x    500    x     500             $680      41kg 1500   x    400    x     500             $790      41kg 1600   x    600    x     500             $790      50kg 1800   x    500    x     500             $910      50kg 2000   x    600   x      500             $1095     60kg   - [Alpinia zerumbet Green Shell](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/alpinia-zerumbet-green-shell/): Alpinia zerumbet 'Pink Glow'  180MM Alpinia zerumbet 'Pink Glow'  300MM Alpinia zerumbet 'Pink Glow'  400MM - [Corten Steel Planter Boxes - Standard Sizes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/corten-steel-planter-boxes-standard-sizes/): AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP OR DELIVERY NOW ! SIZES AVAILABLE Length : Width : Height : Price : Weight 400 x 400 x 400 $195  12.5kg 500 x 500 x 500 $275  19.6kg 600 x 600 x 600  $340  28kg 1000 x 300 x 400  $290  21kg 1200 x 300 x 500  $310  29.2kg 1200 x 400 x 400  $370  27.6kg 1400 x 500 x 500  $390  41kg 1500 x 400 x 500  $390  41kg 1600 x 600 x 500  $490  50kg 1800 x 500 x 500  $590  50kg 2000 x 600 x 500 $690  60kg     - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Garden Edging- Corners](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-garden-edging-corners/): Please state Internal or External - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Modular Planter Boxes - External Corners](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-modular-planter-boxes-external-corners/) - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Modular Planter Boxes - Internal Corners](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-modular-planter-boxes-internal-corners/) - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Modular Planter Boxes - Extenders](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-modular-planter-boxes-extenders/): Steel Box Planters – Extenders SHAPESCAPER® planters feature a modular design that creates extremely durable and attractive weathering steel planters suitable for both domestic and commercial installation. The design incorporates smooth rounded edges and a top 40mm x 20mm return rim for added strength and safety. Planters are supplied in two halves that are easily joined. They can also be combined with a range of extender lengths to create your own custom designs. Pre-drilled holes make assembly very easy and alignment perfect every time. SHAPESCAPER® Planters are a modular steel landscaping system available in two profile heights of 500mm and 700mm. They […] - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Hexagon Planters](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-hexagon-planters/): Steel Hexagonal Planters REDCOR® Planters are a modular steel landscaping system available in two profile heights of 500mm and 700mm. They are available in range of stock sizes that can easily be customised using straight extender lengths, available at 600mm, 1200mm, 1800mm and 2400mm. Internal and external corners are available at 90°and 60°. Planters are made using Redcor® 2.5mm weathering steel from BlueScope®. Redcor® steel is equivalent in specification to “corten” steel. - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Garden Edging](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-garden-edging/): Each 2Lengths comes with a connector and screws incuded in the price Please note  : 1 connector plate included per 2 lengths at no extra cost Stakes are at  extra cost - [Green Hedge](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/green-hedge/): Green Hedge 180mm POT - [Powder Coated Steel Planter Boxes - Custom](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/powder-coated-steel-planter-boxes-custom/): SIZE OPTIONS:  MM Length : Width : Height 1220 x 350 x 500 1500 x 350 x 500 1800 x 350 x 500 1800 x 500 x 500 2000 x 500 x 500 2440 x 500 x 500   - [Bambusa guangxiensis Chinese Dwarf](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-guangxiensis-chinese-dwarf/): POT SIZE 200mm Pot - [Corten Steel Planter Boxes - Custom](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/corten-steel-planter-boxes-custom/): Corten Steel Planter Boxes in 1.6mm Thickness CUSTOM sizes available Corten Steel 1220 x 220 x 390 1220 x 300 x 300 1220 x 350 x 500 1220 x 450 x 450 1500 x 350 x 450 1500 x 500 x 500 1600 x 400 x 400 1800 x 350 x 450 1800 x 500 x 500 2000 x 350 x 500 2000 x 500 x 500 2440 x 500 x 500 500 x 500 - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Modular Planter Boxes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-modular-planter-boxes/): REDCOR® Planters are a modular steel landscaping system available in two profile heights of 500mm and 700mm. They are available in range of stock sizes that can easily be customised using straight extender lengths, available at 600mm, 1200mm, 1800mm and 2400mm.  Planters are made using Redcor® 2.5mm weathering steel from BlueScope®. Redcor® steel is equivalent in specification to “corten” steel. - [REDCOR® Corten Steel Planter Rings](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-corten-steel-planter-rings/): REDCOR® Rings can be supplied as either “open” , so they can go around existing trees or “closed”.   ( Will be supplied in closed position unless requested otherwise) Rings feature pre-drilled holes and pre-fixed connector plates that make alignment and closure quick and easy using the supplied rivets. REDCOR® planter rings are available in eight profile heights at 100mm, 150mm, 185mm, 230mm, 290mm, 390mm, 590mm and 800mm. All rings are made from 2.0mm thick BlueScope® Steel. REDCOR® steel landscaping rings are available in either REDCOR® weathering steel (equivalent to “corten”) or GALVABOND® galvanized steel. REDCOR® planter rings are stocked in […] - [REDCOR® Triple Rings](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/redcor-triple-rings/): REDCOR® Rings can be supplied as either “open” , so they can go around existing trees or “closed”. Rings feature pre-drilled holes and pre-fixed connector plates that make alignment and closure quick and easy using the supplied rivets. REDCOR® planter rings are available in eight profile heights at 100mm, 150mm, 185mm, 230mm, 290mm, 390mm, 590mm and 800mm. All rings are made from 2.0mm thick BlueScope® Steel. Steel landscaping rings are available in either REDCOR® weathering steel (equivalent to “corten”) or GALVABOND® galvanized steel. REDCOR® planter rings are stocked in the following diameters: 575mm, 765mm, 1150mm and 1530mm but can ordered to any […] - [Himalayan Weeping (Drepanostachyum falcatum)](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/himalayan-weeping-drepanostachyum-falcatum/): Pot Sizes Available 200mm Pot 250mm Pot 330mm Pot - [Polystone GRC/Fibreglass Lightweight Planter Boxes](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/polystone-grc-fibreglass-lightweight-planter-boxes/): INTERSTATE & COUNTRY CUSTOMERS PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FREIGHT COST SIZE OPTIONS  FOR OUR GRC/FIBREGLASS PLANTERS: SMALL : L800mm X W330mm X H450mm  13 KG  119 Litres      $129 MEDIUM:L1000mm X W270mm X H400mm  13.5KG  108 Litres MEDIUM WIDEBODY: L1000mm x W400mm x H500mm  16KG  200 Litres LARGE: L1100mm X W350mm X H500mm  15KG  192 Litres    X-LARGE: L1200mm X W450mm X H550mm  19.8KG  270 Litres ALL PLANTER BOXES HAVE BASES & DRAINAGE HOLES   Our rectangle planter box options are lightweight and perfect for your home! From small to extra large, contact us with your needs so we can help you find the best solution.   COLOUR OPTIONS: MONUMENT , CONCRETE GREY, BLACK TERAZZO, VINTAGE RUST, WHITE TERRAZZO Buying bamboo for your Planter Boxes ? We recommend 3 pots of bamboo per Planter Box to get full coverage. - [Polystone Lightweight Planter Boxes – Square](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/polystone-lightweight-planter-boxes-square/): SIZE OPTIONS: 400mm x 400mm   65 Litres 500mm x 500mm  125 Litres 600mm x 600mm  215 Litres COLOUR OPTIONS: Monument , Concrete Grey ,Black Terrazzo, White Terrazzo - [Taiwan Jade (Bambusa dolichomerithalia)](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/taiwan-jade-bambusa-dolichomerithalia/): TAIWAN JADE : 200MM POT  (SEE DROPDOWN MENU FOR HEIGHTS) TAIWAN JADE 300MM POT - [Thysanolaena maxima 'Tiger Grass'](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/thysanolaena-maxima-tiger-grass/): (SEE DROPDOWN MENU FOR HEIGHTS) TIGER GRASS 180/200MM POT TIGER GRASS 300MM POT TIGER GRASS 45 LTR BAG - [Fortune](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/fortune/): Pots Sizes Available 200mm Pot 250mm Pot   - [Dendrocalamus minor 'Amoenus' Ghost](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/dendrocalamus-minor-amoenus-ghost/): POT SIZES AVAILABLE 200mm Pot 250mm Pot 300mm Pot 400mm Pot - [Bambusa eutuldoides 'Viridi-Vittata' China Gold](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-eutuldoides-viridi-vittata-china-gold/): POT SIZES AVAILABLE 200mm Pot 250mm Pot 330mm Pot 400mm Pot - [‘Black Bamboo - Phyllostachys Nigra](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/phyllostachys-nigra-black/): Phyllostachys Nigra Black Bamboo features glossy black culms and lush green foliage. A fast-growing, elegant bamboo ideal for screening and modern landscapes. (see dropdown menu below for heights) Nigra Black 200mm Nigra Black 330mm Pot Nigra Black 45 LTR BAG - [Bambusa textilis 'Fusca'](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-textilis-fusca/): POT SIZES 2oomm Pot 300mm Pot 400mm Pot - [Bambusa oldhamii](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-oldhamii/): POT SIZES AVAILABLE 200mm Pot / 3LTR Bag 250mm Pot 300mm Pot 400mm Pot 500mm pot 600mm pot 700mm pot Larger sizes available. Up to 500lt at 12mt height - [Bambusa multiplex 'Alphonse Karr'](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-multiplex-alphonse-karr/): POT SIZES AVAILABLE 200mm pot 250mm Pot 330mm Pot 400mm Pot - [Drepanostachyum khasianum (Khasia) Purple Jade](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/drepanostachyum-khasianum-khasia-purple-jade/): Khasia 200MM POT - [Bambusa textilis 'Gracilis' Bamboo](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-textilis-gracilis-bamboo/): SEE DROPDOWN FOR HEIGHTS GRACILIS: 200mm Pot Standard  January Special $40 GRACILIS 250mm Pot GRACILIS: 300MM Pot January Special $150 GRACILIS 330mm Pot January Special $150 GRACILIS 400mm Pot GRACILIS 500mm Pot       - [Bambusa chungii 'Barbelletta'](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-chungii-barbelletta/): (See dropdown menu below for heights) BARBELETTA  200MM POT/3LTR BAG BARBELETTA 300MM POT/15LTR BAG - [Bambusa multiplex 'Goldstripe'](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/bambusa-multiplex-goldstripe/):   Pot Sizes Available GOLDSTRIPE 200MM POT GOLDSTRIPE 250MM POT GOLDSTRIPE  330MM POT - [Himalayacalamus porcatus Nepalese Blue](https://redcloudbamboo.com.au/product/himalayacalamus-porcatus-nepalese-blue/): Pot Sizes Available Nepalese Blue 200mm Pot Nepalese Blue 250mm Pot Nepalese Blue 300mm Pot   [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)