Black Bamboo, Whangee Cane, Kuro-Chiku, Bambusa nigra, Running Bamboo
Prized as a garden ornamental, Phyllostachys nigra (Black Bamboo) is a striking evergreen bamboo with tall, upright, polished black canes that arch slightly at the top. Olive green at first, the culms, 2 in. wide (5 cm), quickly become mottled brown-black before maturing to almost jet black within 2-3 years. Since the culms do not mature at the same time, there is always a rich display of green and black culms. They contrast beautifully with the short and narrow, glossy green leaves, up to 5 in. (12 cm). Vigorous, this running bamboo makes an outstanding specimen or focal point in the landscape. It can also be used as a screen and can be grown in containers. One of the most popular ornamental bamboos. Hardiness: 14 to -4ºF (-10 to -20ºC).
Hardiness |
7 - 11 |
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Heat Zones |
4 - 11 |
Plant Type | Bamboos |
Plant Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Phyllostachys |
Common names | Bamboo, Black Bamboo |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 15' - 25' (4.6m - 7.6m) |
Spread | 8' - 15' (240cm - 4.6m) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer |
Garden Uses | Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
Hardiness |
7 - 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
4 - 11 |
Plant Type | Bamboos |
Plant Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Phyllostachys |
Common names | Bamboo, Black Bamboo |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 15' - 25' (4.6m - 7.6m) |
Spread | 8' - 15' (240cm - 4.6m) |
Maintenance | Average |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer |
Garden Uses | Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
How many Phyllostachys nigra (Black Bamboo) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Phyllostachys nigra (Black Bamboo) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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