Bambusa lako - Timor Black Bamboo
- Mature size: 8-12m tall x 3-5m wide.
- Recommended spacing for privacy screens: 2.5-3m apart.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
- Growth rate: Fast.
Uses
Privacy screens, ornamental feature, garden focal point, wind barrier, background planting. Ideal for tropical and exotic styled landscapes.
Noteworthy
Highly ornamental, non-invasive clumping bamboo, striking dark culms, fast growing to provide instant privacy, drought tolerant once established.
Tolerant
Strong winds, varied soil types, light frost, high humidity. Well suited to coastal regions and adaptable to urban environments.
Colour/Growth form
Dark black culms with contrasting lush green leaves form dense upright clumps. Bambusa lako is a striking variety of bamboo native to Timor. The glossy black culms create a dramatic visual effect, making it an excellent choice for garden features or privacy screens.
What is Bambusa Lako?
Bambusa lako, known as Timor Black Bamboo, is a resilient species perfect for adding an exotic touch to your landscape. Its dramatic black canes and vibrant green foliage make it a stunning addition to tropical gardens or as a garden statement piece.
How to Care for Bambusa Lako
Provide well-drained soil and regular watering to care for Bambusa lako. This vigorous grower thrives in full sun to partial shade and benefits from annual feeding with a balanced garden fertiliser to promote lush growth.
The Beauty of Bambusa Lako
The tall and graceful appearance of Bambusa lako's dense black canes and lush green foliage offers a sense of peace and privacy, making it a natural choice for garden borders or feature plantings.
Ideal Growing Conditions
It prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil and suits both residential and commercial landscapes. Its fast growth and hardy nature allow it to withstand Australian coastal conditions, thriving in sunny positions where it can soak up sunlight.
Benefits of Planting Bambusa Lako
By planting Bambusa lako, you enhance garden privacy and affect visual interest with its unique colouring. This bamboo supports sustainable gardening by acting as a natural wind break and sound barrier, while offering habitat opportunities for local wildlife.
