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Black Atro

ByDavid Gramann

~ Black Atro

 Gigantochloa atroviolecea

This one of the three large clumping black bamboo. This plant has the characteristic of turning black much faster than the other two so most of the time the whole stand can be black giving it a more dramatic impact. Usable Black Timber Edible Shoots Beautiful Ornamental Collector’s Item Large Hedge Windbreak Erosion Control Hardy 55′ Tall with 4″ Culms.  Clumping bamboos can be planted without fear of them spreading beyond their assigned territory, making them non-invasive.

Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial

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