Black Bamboo
Phyllostachys nigra
Black Bamboo
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Evergreen bamboo with shoots that start bright green and age to a glossy black around 3 years old. Will spread continually if placed in agreeable conditions and will become difficult to remove once established.
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Plant facts
Quick answers
How big does Black Bamboo get?
About 20-25' tall and 12-15' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Black Bamboo need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Black Bamboo need?
Moderate water use.
Will Black Bamboo grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 7, so it suits sites in zone 7 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Black Bamboo in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Black Bamboo wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.