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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my bamboo leaves and culms turning yellow?Most likely you have purchased “Lucky Bamboo” which is not a true bamboo. Please contact the merchant who sold you the plant for care information. If you do not have lucky bamboo the leaf color is due to poor soil conditions, weather or over/under watering. For more information visit: Not A Bamboo  Where can I learn more about bamboo?We have a number of books available in our Book Store. Also, browse through our bamboo info pages for general information on bamboo. What types of bamboo have a tropical look?Bambusa oldhamii, Bambusa, any of the Dendrocalamus varieties, Indocalamus tessalatus. What is a good bamboo for making a hedge or screen?Bambusa oldhamii is one of the most common bamboos used for making a hedge. However, it grows up to fifty feet tall and must have a large planting area to survive. There are several varieties of Bambusa multiplex that do not surpass twenty-five feet. All are clumping bamboos and make attractive hedges. We recommend different hedge bamboos for different situations. What bamboo are suitable for as ground covers?We have a large variety of spreading dwarf bamboo that works great as a groundcover. What are common pests and treatments for pests on bamboo?Please see our Bamboo Pests and Treatments page for more info. My bamboo has black soot on it. What is this? How can I get rid of it?Please see our Bamboo Pests and Treatments page for more info. I live in a dry, hot area of the country Are there any bamboo that will survive in this climate?There is a short list of bamboo that grows in the western desert of the United States. Although they still require adequate watering they can stand the low humidity and high and low temperatures. For more information visit: Desert Hardy Bamboo I live in a cold area of the country. Are there any bamboo that will survive in this climate?There are many bamboo that are cold hardy. Please note the minimum temperature and zone before purchasing. For more information visit: Cold Hardy Bamboo How fast does bamboo grow?Generally bamboo will double its height within one season. The spread of the plant depends on the type and variety. Running bamboo can spread many feet away from the plant every year, while clumping bamboo tends to double the clump diameter yearly. For more information visit: Bamboo Growth |
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