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Black Bamboo - 5 Gallon
SKU:
2055740
UPC:
014949114452
$114.99
- Rare, exotic bamboo with upright culms that turn a true glossy black in their second season.
- Evergreen, rich green foliage contrasts dramatically with dark canes for a striking Asian-garden look.
- Fast to establish and forms dense screening—clumps can reach about 15–20 ft. tall when left unpruned.
- Running bamboo that spreads by rhizomes; contain with barriers or grow in large, non-perforated planters.
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) is a showstopping evergreen bamboo prized for its dramatic culms—new shoots emerge green, then deepen to glossy black in their second season for bold contrast against lush foliage. Its upright habit creates an instant sense of structure and privacy, whether used as a living screen, windbreak, or a dramatic specimen in an Asian-inspired garden. Plant in full to partial sun with humus-rich, well-drained soil kept evenly moist (not soggy). Because it spreads by underground rhizomes, install proper containment or grow it in large containers to enjoy the beauty without unwanted wandering.
Plant Description
A rare, evergreen running bamboo with upright culms that mature from green to black in their second season, creating high-contrast structure and strong vertical presence in the landscape.
Cane Color & Seasonal Change
New canes emerge green and turn black in the second year, providing a dramatic, architectural look—especially effective when backlit or massed as a screen.
Foliage & Texture
Rich green, evergreen foliage forms a dense canopy that softens hardscape and provides year-round privacy and movement in the breeze.
Habit & Size
Thick foliage clumps can reach about 15–20 ft. tall when left unpruned. Spreads by underground runners and can develop into a substantial grove over time if not contained.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun. More light typically supports tighter, denser growth and stronger culm color development.
Water & Soil
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Performs best in humus-rich, well-drained soils; mulch helps retain moisture and supports steady growth.
Hardiness
Suitable for USDA Zones 5–11. Protect the root zone with mulch in harsher winter regions to help maintain vigor and evergreen performance.
Containment (Important)
This is a running bamboo that spreads by rhizomes and may become invasive without control. Use a root barrier, plant in a tightly constrained bed, or grow in a large, non-perforated container with the rim above grade.
Pruning & Maintenance
Thin by removing older canes and unwanted new shoots at the base to reduce vigor and improve airflow. Regular thinning highlights the most attractive culms and keeps the grove tidy.
Landscape Uses
Ideal for privacy screens and windbreaks; stunning as a specimen or in grouped plantings for an Asian or contemporary design theme.
Container Growing
Works well in large containers to create a contained privacy screen on patios or decks. Provide consistent water and occasional feeding to maintain lush foliage.
Pet & Wildlife Notes
Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safer choice for pet-friendly outdoor living spaces.
Winter Protection Tips
In colder microclimates, apply a 4–6 inch mulch layer over the root zone. Shelter from drying winds when possible and remove any winter-damaged canes in early spring.
- Rare, exotic bamboo with upright culms that turn a true glossy black in their second season.
- Evergreen, rich green foliage contrasts dramatically with dark canes for a striking Asian-garden look.
- Fast to establish and forms dense screening—clumps can reach about 15–20 ft. tall when left unpruned.
- Running bamboo that spreads by rhizomes; contain with barriers or grow in large, non-perforated planters.
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) is a showstopping evergreen bamboo prized for its dramatic culms—new shoots emerge green, then deepen to glossy black in their second season for bold contrast against lush foliage. Its upright habit creates an instant sense of structure and privacy, whether used as a living screen, windbreak, or a dramatic specimen in an Asian-inspired garden. Plant in full to partial sun with humus-rich, well-drained soil kept evenly moist (not soggy). Because it spreads by underground rhizomes, install proper containment or grow it in large containers to enjoy the beauty without unwanted wandering.
Plant Description
A rare, evergreen running bamboo with upright culms that mature from green to black in their second season, creating high-contrast structure and strong vertical presence in the landscape.
Cane Color & Seasonal Change
New canes emerge green and turn black in the second year, providing a dramatic, architectural look—especially effective when backlit or massed as a screen.
Foliage & Texture
Rich green, evergreen foliage forms a dense canopy that softens hardscape and provides year-round privacy and movement in the breeze.
Habit & Size
Thick foliage clumps can reach about 15–20 ft. tall when left unpruned. Spreads by underground runners and can develop into a substantial grove over time if not contained.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun. More light typically supports tighter, denser growth and stronger culm color development.
Water & Soil
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Performs best in humus-rich, well-drained soils; mulch helps retain moisture and supports steady growth.
Hardiness
Suitable for USDA Zones 5–11. Protect the root zone with mulch in harsher winter regions to help maintain vigor and evergreen performance.
Containment (Important)
This is a running bamboo that spreads by rhizomes and may become invasive without control. Use a root barrier, plant in a tightly constrained bed, or grow in a large, non-perforated container with the rim above grade.
Pruning & Maintenance
Thin by removing older canes and unwanted new shoots at the base to reduce vigor and improve airflow. Regular thinning highlights the most attractive culms and keeps the grove tidy.
Landscape Uses
Ideal for privacy screens and windbreaks; stunning as a specimen or in grouped plantings for an Asian or contemporary design theme.
Container Growing
Works well in large containers to create a contained privacy screen on patios or decks. Provide consistent water and occasional feeding to maintain lush foliage.
Pet & Wildlife Notes
Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safer choice for pet-friendly outdoor living spaces.
Winter Protection Tips
In colder microclimates, apply a 4–6 inch mulch layer over the root zone. Shelter from drying winds when possible and remove any winter-damaged canes in early spring.
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