Phyllostachys nigra - 30-40 CM C1

Bulletpoints
* edible * tolerates pruning

Growth habit
Black bamboo is an upright growing large shrub that can reach a height of 4 - 6 metres and a width of 1.5 - 2.5 metres.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Use
Privacy screen, solitary

Root
Stoloniferous.