Phyllostachys nigra
One of the most distinctive and popular bamboos in our area. New culms (stems) are at first green then darken permanently to true black which contrasts well with the mid green evergreen leaves. Considered to be a non-invasive clumping or lightly spreading bamboo. Established plants will send out some runners though these, in my experience, have travelled shallowly at the ground surface and have been quite easy to control.
Common Name: Black Bamboo
Family:
Zone Hardiness: 7
Light: Part Sun Full Sun
Height: 10-15'
Width: 5-8'
Primary Bloom Colour: Green
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Evergreen
Type: Grass
Bloom Time: Spring - Winter
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour: Black
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat:
Award:
Geographical Origin:
