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Phyllostachys nigra

Black Bamboo

Plant photo of: Phyllostachys nigra
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

This is a tall running, very exotic looking Bamboo that needs to be confined or it becomes invasive. Its one to two-story stalks are green the first year; then it becomes a dark purple to jet-black color. This bamboo can reach 25' tall slowly. It looks great in containers and for Asian themed gardens.

 

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.