Phyllostachys nigra
BLACK BAMBOO
Poaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen rhizomatous running bamboo

Hardiness zones: 5-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, heavy frost
8m
Plant habit
 
3m

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Flowers: n/a
 
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Phyllostachys nigra
BLACK BAMBOO
Poaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen rhizomatous running bamboo

Hardiness zones: 5-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, heavy frost
8m
Plant habit
 
3m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, oriental & contemporary designs

Uses: informal screen, large planter, accents, soil binding

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: deer resistant






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