Aggressive growing and decorative, this plant spreads by rhizomes and has potential to cover a large area unless contained. Young stems or culms emerge green, but mature to black by the end of the first growing season. Mature stems are ebony black, providing a unique ornamental quality in the landscape especially when contrasted to its lush green foliage canopy. Use ‘Black Jade’ as a barrier or screening plant or use it to create a grove effect with thick, woody stems and overhead foliage that is nearly impossible to create with other plants. ‘Black Jade’ even works well as a container plant for patios or decks! See page 11 for more information on the Booshoot program.