How to Treat Bamboo Potted Plants
Bamboo is known for its exotic looks and fast growth. It is equally notorious for being difficult to control. A popular way of controlling bamboo is to plant it in a container or pot. Many people also choose potted bamboo as a house plant, as it is hardy enough to thrive even in the lower light conditions present in many homes. Treat your potted bamboo plants right, and they will reward you with lush, green growth on tall, regal stalks. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Sturdy pot
- Organic soil
- Soil testing kit (optional)
- Pebbles
- Spray bottle with mist setting
- Watering tool
Instructions
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Choose the right container for your bamboo plant. Bamboo plants have shallow rhizomes (roots) but can grow very tall, which means the plant needs to be well supported by its pot. Therefore, a narrow but sturdy container that has a flat base is best, such as a long rectangular pot. If your current pot is flimsy, you may need to use a new container.
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Make sure your bamboo is planted in soil that is rich in nutrients. An organic potting soil is best. The soil should be slightly acidic. If you are unsure, test the soil with a pH soil testing kit. If the soil is alkaline, you may need to re-pot your bamboo plant.
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Test to see if the soil drains well. Potted bamboo plants should have a layer of pebbles lining the bottom of the container. Water the container and see if there is water in the drainage tray after an hour. If not, the soil is probably holding onto the water, which is not good for the roots of bamboo plants. Remove the plant and dirt, and add a layer of pebbles to the pot before replanting the bamboo.
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Mist your bamboo plant with water once a day in the mornings. This step is only needed if you have a tropical variety of bamboo, however.
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Water your potted bamboo plant whenever the top layer of soil become dried out. Insert the tip of your finger into the soil to test it occasionally.
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Place your bamboo in a sunny location whenever possible. While the plant can tolerate low-light conditions, it will thrive much better if it gets at least some sunlight each day.
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Tips & Warnings
Remove yellowing or dead leaves as soon as you see them. Yellow leaves can signify over-watering, so check the moisture of your soil if the leaves of your plant turn yellow.
