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Black Bamboo Hedge (Phyllostachys nigra)

Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) is a distinctive evergreen bamboo that adds height, structure and screening to garden boundaries. Its canes start green and gradually develop their characteristic dark colouring as they mature, creating an attractive contrast with the green foliage.

Fast Growth Rate
Grows to 5m
Evergreen
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Planting Conditions: Adaptable to normal, chalk and clay soils, and suitable for full sun or partial shade. Can be planted in inland and exposed sites.
Growth Rate: Around 60–90cm of growth per year in suitable conditions.
Height: Can be maintained at approximately 2–4m with regular pruning.
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Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density
Black Bamboo Pot Grown 9.5L 125/150cm	Regular price £46.59 Sale price £46.59 Regular price Unit price per	2 per metre
Black Bamboo Pot Grown 15L 150/175cm	Regular price £51.43 Sale price £51.43 Regular price Unit price per	2 to 3 per metre
Black Bamboo Pot Grown 18.5L 200/250cm	Regular price £58.69 Sale price £58.69 Regular price Unit price per	3 to 4 per metre
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) Pot Grown 35L 300/350cm	Regular price £133.10 Sale price £133.10 Regular price Unit price per	4 per metre

Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density
Black Bamboo Pot Grown 9.5L 125/150cm - 14 Plants	Regular price £587.03 Sale price £587.03 Regular price Unit price per	2 per metre
Black Bamboo Pot Grown 15L 150/175cm - 10 Plants	Regular price £462.87 Sale price £462.87 Regular price Unit price per	2 to 3 per metre
Black Bamboo Pot Grown 18.5L 200/250cm - 8 Plants	Regular price £422.57 Sale price £422.57 Regular price Unit price per	3 to 4 per metre
Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) Pot Grown 35L 300/350cm - 4 Plants	Regular price £479.16 Sale price £479.16 Regular price Unit price per	4 per metre

Black Bamboo Hedge Plant Description

Black Bamboo, also known as Phyllostachys nigra, is an evergreen bamboo valued for its distinctive dark canes and fresh green foliage. New canes emerge green and gradually develop their characteristic blackish-brown colour as they mature, creating an eye-catching contrast within the garden.

Its upright growth and arching foliage make Black Bamboo a versatile choice for landscaping. It can be planted along garden boundaries, used to create screening or planted to divide different areas of the garden. Its unusual colouring also makes it an attractive feature plant where you want to add height and structure.

Black Bamboo is a fast-growing variety and can put on around 60–90cm of growth each year in suitable conditions. It can reach approximately 2.5–4m at maturity, while regular pruning can help maintain a suitable height for your garden.

Black Bamboo is a running variety, which means its underground growth can spread beyond the original planting area. This is particularly important to consider when planting close to boundaries or where space is limited. A suitable root barrier can help control its spread and keep the planting within the intended area.

For successful Black Bamboo planting, choose a position in full sun or partial shade with fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Water plants regularly while they establish, particularly during dry periods. Once established, Black Bamboo provides evergreen foliage, distinctive dark canes and a strong vertical presence in the garden.

Pruning Advice

Black Bamboo is relatively easy to maintain, but occasional pruning helps keep the plants at the height and shape you want, particularly when they are being grown as a hedge or screen.

In spring, remove any dead, damaged or weak canes by cutting them back to ground level. Where the plants have become too tall or crowded, selected canes can also be shortened or removed to maintain a tidy appearance and allow the remaining growth to show clearly.

As Black Bamboo can spread beyond its original planting area, it is also worth checking for new shoots appearing outside the intended planting space. Remove unwanted shoots as they appear, particularly when the bamboo is growing close to a boundary or other restricted area.

Further Information

The number of Black Bamboo plants you need will depend on the size of the plants you choose and how quickly you want the planting to form a fuller screen. The recommended number of plants per metre varies according to the size of the plants you choose.

For the sizes available on this page, planting densities range from 2 plants per metre for 125–150cm plants to 4 plants per metre for 300–350cm plants. The 150–175cm plants are recommended at 2–3 per metre, while 200–250cm plants are recommended at 3–4 per metre.

When planning your planting area, allow enough room for the bamboo to develop and consider how its eventual height and spread will work with surrounding plants, paths and boundaries. If you need to limit its spread, installing a suitable root barrier at the time of planting can make ongoing management easier.

Water new plants thoroughly after planting and continue to water regularly during dry periods while they become established.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Black Bamboo fast growing?
Yes. Black Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra) is a vigorous, fast-growing bamboo that can put on around 60–90cm of growth per year in suitable conditions. Its growth rate can vary depending on soil, moisture, sunlight and how well the plant has established.

Where is the best place to plant Black Bamboo?
Black Bamboo grows well in full sun or partial shade, preferably in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. It works particularly well along garden boundaries, for screening, or as a distinctive feature within a larger planting scheme. Choose the position carefully, as the plant can spread through underground rhizomes.

Is Black Bamboo invasive in the UK?
Black Bamboo is a running bamboo, meaning it spreads through underground rhizomes. While it can remain relatively contained in poorer or drier soil, it may spread more readily in favourable conditions. A suitable root barrier can help control its spread where space is limited.

Does Black Bamboo stay black after cutting?
Black Bamboo canes start green and gradually develop their characteristic blackish-brown colour as they mature. Cutting back an established cane does not make new growth black immediately; new canes will initially be green and darken naturally as they mature.

What are common Black Bamboo problems?
Black Bamboo is generally straightforward to grow, but poor conditions can result in weak growth, leaf drop or die-back, particularly where plants do not receive enough moisture. Its spreading habit can also become a concern if underground rhizomes are not controlled in areas where space is restricted.

How tall does Black Bamboo grow?
Black Bamboo can reach an ultimate height of around 2.5–4 metres in suitable conditions. Its height can be managed through pruning, making it useful for creating a controlled screen or boundary planting.

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