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Black Bamboo

Phyllostachys Nigra

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Overview

Phyllostachys nigra, or Black Bamboo, is a striking ornamental species known for its unique, dark-hued culms. Initially green, canes mature to jet black in 2-3 years, reaching 15-25 feet tall with 1-2 inch diameter in USDA zones 7-10. Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. Rapid growth may require containment. Ideal as a privacy screen or focal point in a garden design.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–10Climate Temperate
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — making it an excellent feature in a landscape designed for visual impact; canes mature to jet black in 2-3 years
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Phyllostachys nigra, or Black Bamboo, is a striking ornamental species known for its unique, dark-hued culmsBlack Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — For optimal growth and healthBlack Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — canes mature to jet black in 2-3 yearsBlack Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — reaching 15-25 feet tall with 1-2 inch diameter in USDA zones 7-10Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soilBlack Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Rapid growth may require containment+53

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — making it an excellent feature in a landscape designed for visual impact
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Phyllostachys nigra, or Black Bamboo, is a striking ornamental species known for its unique, dark-hued culms
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — For optimal growth and health
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — canes mature to jet black in 2-3 years
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — reaching 15-25 feet tall with 1-2 inch diameter in USDA zones 7-10
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Rapid growth may require containment
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Ideal as a privacy screen or focal point in a garden design
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — is a striking species of bamboo known for its distinctively dark-colored culms
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — which mature from green to a deep black over a period of 2-3 years
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — along with its lustrous sheen
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — delivers a striking contrast against green foliage
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 7 through 10
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — and given adequate conditions
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — it can grow up to 24 inches in a day during the growing season
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Pruning of dead canes and thinning of the grove can encourage airflow and enhance the plant's natural elegance
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — bamboo for half or shade
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Phyllostachys nigra, or Black Bamboo, is a striking ornamental species known for its unique, dark-hued culms; thrives in
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — canes mature to jet black in 2-3 years; making it an excellent feature in a landscape designed for visual impact
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — reaching 15-25 feet tall with 1-2 inch diameter in USDA zones 7-10; bamboo for half or shade
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil; is a striking species of bamboo known for its
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Rapid growth may require containment; and given adequate conditions
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys Nigra) — Ideal as a privacy screen or focal point in a garden design; reaching 15-25 feet tall with 1-2 inch diameter in USDA zones

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