Fargesia nitida ‘Black Pearl’
Black Fountain Bamboo
From: £27.95
Fargesia nitida ‘Black pearl’ is a striking clump forming bamboo with graceful upright canes in tones of green and dark purple-black holding a distinctive arching canopy of lush fresh green foliage up to around 3-4 metres tall.
The Fountain Bamboo is a cold hardy and evergreen bamboo, that does best in dappled shade, sheltered from strong winds and supplied with good irrigation. The ‘Black Pearl’ cultivar has dark purple to almost black canes which provide pleasing contrast with its green foliage.
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Plant Biography
Originally from China, the Szechwan province, the Fargesia nitida family of bamboo has always been the staple food for the giant panda bears.
It’s common name, the Fountain bamboo, is descriptive of its thin canes habit to arch down under their own weight.
The ‘Black Pearl’ cultivar has been selectively grown to have almost black canes that contrast with the bright green evergreen foliage. These dark canes make it a good alternative to Phyllostachys nigra.
Expert Tip
Care & Size Guidance
Ideally planted in part shaded areas, the Black Fountain Bamboo is ideal for screening as it grows in a compact way.
Fargesia nitida family is a clump forming family of bamboo, and it does not require a root barrier installed to contain it.
So pleased with ordering from the Palm centre, sometimes I’m sceptical of reviews left.
Ordered 2 black bamboos, from the second of hitting order button, communication was incredible.
2 healthy looking plants delivered less than 48 hours later.
Will definitely look to use again when needed.
Simon Torr (verified owner) –
What a gem find The Palm centre is. Very reasonably priced, and securely packaged. So pleased with my Black Bamboo, can’t wait for it to mature. Will be my first port of call when ready to order again.
Lynne R. –
Bought this over a year ago and is growing well. I live in a very windy area and seems to cope well with frost and wind.
Jay –
Very pleased with the quality of this bamboo. The packaging was excellent and the plants in superb condition on receipt. Two weeks on the plants have settled well and beginning to really thrive now. This is the first time we have used The Palm Centre and we have been impressed with them from the time of ordering online through to the receipt of the order. Will certainly use them again in the future.
Colin Langan –