I feature stems that age to a dark purple nearly black which contrast beautifully with my lush green foliage.
I am a non-invasive clump-forming bamboo that grows to a height of around 2.5 to 1.5 metres.
Upright when young my canes will arch under the weight of my foliage as I age.
I am fast growing creating a dense curtain of vegetation ideal for screening.
I am a good choice for container planting where my upright and gently curved habit will enhance a paved space.
I will perform at my best provided with consistent moisture in a neutral pH soil. I dislike alkaline limey soils.
I am low maintenance clumping bamboo easy to grow and very hardy.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I am a non-invasive clumping bamboo, fast growing with black stems and lush green leaves
I grow well container planted to provide screening and atmosphere
I am low maintenance with a naturally elegant form but can be pruned to size if desired
Features
Tolerant of a range of light levels I do best in full sun or partially shaded locations
Height: 3m Width: 1.5m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m)(Size at point of sale approx. 90cm including pot)
I will perform at my best with consistent moisture but tolerate dry spells
I am happy in most soils but prefer soils with reasonable drainage
Plant features
Coastal tolerant
Heat tolerant
Red, Green, Purple foliage
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
- As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success
Hardy and fast growing I cope with frost and extremes of temperature
Plant at least 0.3m apart.
Choose a full sun to partly shaded position.
Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.
Choose whether you are planting in the garden or a pot to receive guidance built from this plant's light, water, habit and use information.
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