Phyllostachys nigra
Common name: Black bamboo, Kurochiku.
Phyllostachys nigra is the quintessential black bamboo. If you want a pure black bamboo, this is the one you want to order. Nigra bamboo has ebony black culms after a few years. The new culms emerge green, fading sometimes to yellow, before turning all black. Foliage is lush, green and smaller. Unless there are ideal conditions, Black bamboo will grow to 20′-30′. Black is native to Taiwan and Japan. It is hardy to around 0° F. It has a somewhat weeping habit, mostly due to the abundance of foliage high up on the culms. Legging up would make the culms a little more erect. Black bamboo is generally a slower grower, especially as a young plant. Great for groves and screens.
Height x Diameter: Ht. 20’x3”.
Synonyms: Phyllostachys puberula var. nigra, Bambusa nigra
Minimum temperature: Hardy to 0° F.
USDA zone 7-10, find your zone here Maya Gardens Inc – USDA zone map
In zone 7 expect 8′-12′ tall plants with winter damage. In zone 10 expect full size plants.
Light: Full sun.
Culm: Green fading to yellow then black.
Uses: Hedge, screen, specimen, container.
Distribution: China.
Spread: Running.
Pricing:
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The cost of of each plant includes UPS ground in the continental U.S., packaging and handling, wilt proofing your order and moisture polymers to keep your plants watered during shipping. The “#” size refers to the size container the plant is grown in. The smaller the #, the smaller the size container. Younger plants will be in the smaller “#” sizes. A #1 size is the smallest size we grow in and will have the youngest plants. These are generally 1-2 years old. A #5 container is the largest size that we ship UPS and will have the largest, most established plants. These are generally 3-5 years old. These are the traditional gallon size containers. The actual size of the plant will vary, depending on the variety. Please visit our home page for current shipping information. Product samples. International customers.
