Phyllostachys nigra
Bamboo - Black
A prestigious, spreading Bamboo! Though slower spreading than others when young. New culms are green and turn jet black in about a year’s time. Portrays a very graceful habit. Expect it to reach 15-18′ high once established. Natively, 40′ high with a culm diameter of 2 1/4″.
Additional information
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| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6, 7 |
Origin
Native to the Hunan Province of China.
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun.
Soil: Tolerant of most soils. Avoid bone-dry soils. They enjoy their old leaves being left on the ground as a natural mulch/fertilizer.
Maintenance: Remove old culms which do not leaf out by late spring.
