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    Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku'

    Also Known As

    • Megurochiku Black Stripe Bamboo

    Plant type

    bamboo

    size

    • H: 20'-50'
    • W: 6'-100'

    planting zones

    • 6a-10a

    Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku' plant details

    Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku' is a fast-growing evergreen bamboo with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku'

    Plant type: bamboo
    Plant family: poaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 100 FT - wide, 20 FT - 50 FT - tall
    Uses: distinctive bark, hedge, running, spreading, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku' is a form of Black Bamboo but does not have solid black stems. Instead, 'Megurochiku' has olive-green stems with a black stripe through the sulcus. Like the species, the new shoots emerge dark green and the black stripe appears with sun exposure (usually after about two years).

    For us, 'Megurochiku' has been an extremely fast grower and has been quick to get established. It forms a great hedge because it produces so much dark green foliage and so many new shoots close together. It is an excellent source for cut canes; the canes are straight, strong and plentiful.

    By: Red Panda Nursery

    Gardening facts about Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku' plant

    How to Grow Phyllostachys nigra 'Megurochiku'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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