Phyllostachys Nigra 'Bory' Black Bamboo

Phyllostachys nigra ‘Bory’

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).

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