Phyllostachys Nigra 'Bory' Black Bamboo

Our Phyllostachys Nigra ‘Bory’ Black Bamboo has recently flowered and is no longer available.  We keep this page up for informational purposes.

Phyllostachys nigra ‘Bory’ is a black giant timber,  with spots of  mahogany/black on green culms, usually on two year old culms. This form of black grows much taller than Phyllostachys nigra, to 50’x3″.  It is hardy to 0°F.  Its foliage is narrow and dense. Like most giant timber, it prefers full sun.

Phyllostachys nigra 'Bory'
Common name:  Bory, Snakeskin bamboo, Tiger bamboo
Synonyms:  Boryana.
Height x Diameter:   Ht. 50’x3”.
Minimum temperature:  Hardy to 0°F.
USDA zone 7-10
Light:  Full sun.
Culm:  Yellow/green with spots of brown/purple when mature.
Uses:  Groves, hedge, screen, erosion control.
Distribution  China, India and Japan.
Spread  Running.

The last photo is an example of a #1 (1 gallon) Phyllostachys Nigra 'Bory', however, it is not the exact plant that you will receive. Your plant will be approximately 1-2 years old, 1'-2' tall, with 1-3 culms (canes).