Friendly name: Nigra Hale

Phyllostachys nigra
'Hale'

Maximum Height: 20'
Maximum Diameter: 1 1/2"
Minimum Temperature: -5° F
Does best in 3/4 day sun.
Spreading: Moderate
ID: Grif 13931 01 PL

Phyllostachys nigra Hale


The 'Hale' clone is similar to nigra, but smaller and reported to be hardier. Culms of this bamboo turn black sooner than other forms.


Performance
Phyllostachys nigra Hale (Zone 7)
Phyllostachys nigra Hale
Phyllostachys nigra Hale ...
First year
Bamboo - Phyllostachys nigra Hale  First year growth photo

Second year
Bamboo - Phyllostachys nigra Hale  Second year growth photo

Third year
Bamboo - Phyllostachys nigra Hale  Third year growth photo

Fourth year
Bamboo - Phyllostachys nigra Hale  Fourth year growth photo

Fifth year
Bamboo - Phyllostachys nigra Hale  Fifth year growth photo
Pronunciation
Phyllostachys nigra Hale

Botanical Latin is essentially a written language .... How they are pronounced really matters little provided they sound pleasant and are understood by all concerned...
W.T. Stearn an authority on Botanical Latin

Name Botanical Alternate Meaning
Phyllostachys fil-lo-STAK-iss fy-lo-STAK-iss   Greek for leaf spike 
nigra NY-gruh   Black 

Uses
Phyllostachys nigra Hale
Edible shoots Excellent Hedge Too tall
House Too large Wood quality Excellent
Container Good Crafts Good
Screen High branching Ornamental Good
Click the use link above for more info.

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