Clumping Black Bamboo | Fargesia nitida 'Black Pearl' Tulip 'Dancing Fairy' in recognition of its exceptional

in recognition of its exceptional performance in British gardens

Wonderful hues of blue and hardy

but if you can

make sure the plant is completely covered

overlapping creamy white petals which surround the open

Clumping Black Bamboo | Fargesia nitida 'Black Pearl' Tulip 'Dancing Fairy' in recognition of its exceptionalIf you're after a non invasive, clumping bamboo, then this variety is the one you're after. With its upright, glossy stems shimmering in hues somewhere between midnight purple and obsidian black, 'Black Pearl' is vigorous yet elegant, impactful but easygoing. The dramatic culms (which grow to a maximum height of around four metres) contrast brilliantly with the bluish green, lanceolate foliage, with each delicate leaf growing to just under 10cm in