Black Bamboo

Black Bamboo Care

Phyllostachys Nigra

What is the plant

Black bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) is a tall, attractive, black-culmed bamboo grown in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 7 through 10. When planted in containers, black bamboo can be overwintered indoors or left outside. Containers outside, however, drop one plant hardiness zone, and will only survive winter in zones 8 through 10. Black bamboo is considered invasive and grows quickly in the ground and in containers, with older plants growing more rapidly than younger ones.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Bamboo plants do well when it gets at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water a week. the water could be from rainfall or manual watering. it's important to deeply water bamboo, this would help to encourage deep roots and protect your bamboo from drought.
Pruning
Never remove more than a third of the foliage in any one year and to cut just above a node on the stem.
Fertilizer
An organic, balanced, liquid fertilizer once a month during growth period is recommended.

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Sunlight
Part-shade/Semi-shade location.
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil.
Temperature
A very hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to at least -7°c, but it dislikes prolonged exposure to hard frosts

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Container
Ceramic pots are the most popular type of containers for houseplants today. You'll find them in all kinds of styles, colors, and sizes. At one time, the clay pot was the most common container for indoor plants. When choosing a pot, choose a pot that is 2.5-5 cm (1-2”) larger than the current size.
Popularity
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