Your garden will be invigorated with this black beauty. Watch as the bamboo canes waft and whisper in the breeze!

We’re offering you a black bamboo plant from just £24.99, saving you up to 17% off You Garden’s price of £29.99 (correct as of 02.05.24).

Discover the Elegance of Black Bamboo

Transform your garden with the exotic allure of the Phyllostachys Nigra, commonly known as Black Bamboo. This captivating plant is renowned for its unique canes that mature into a striking black colour, creating a dramatic focal point in any outdoor space.

Why Choose Black Bamboo?

• Distinctive Beauty: The transformation of the canes into deep black makes it a showstopper.
• Low Maintenance: Perfect for those with a busy lifestyle, this plant thrives with minimal care.
• Diverse Applications: Whether potted on your patio or planted in the ground, it offers great versatility.

Caring for Your Bamboo

This bamboo thrives best when planted in spring. Ensure to dig over the ground and enrich it with well-rotted manure or compost. Position the rootball slightly lower than ground level, cover with soil, water thoroughly, and mulch. Regular watering is crucial, especially in summer. Use a high-nitrogen feed in spring and balanced fertiliser until late August.

Bamboo Planting Tips

Bamboo can be contained within a physical barrier to prevent unwanted spreading. It prefers sunny spots but can tolerate partial shade. Ensure the soil remains moist but well-drained to avoid waterlogging.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The ideal planting time is in spring to allow the plant to establish before summer.
• How fast does it grow?
  The bamboo grows slowly initially but will reach its full height over several years.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  Bamboo prefers moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.

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