You weren't informed enough and were too quick to plant a bamboo? Now its numerous sprouts all around it bear witness to the wild spread of its root runners. But don't worry. You can now use a root barrier afterwards.
How do I set a subsequent root barrier on bamboo?
To set a subsequent bamboo root barrier, first remove sprouts and rhizomes. Then dig a trench about 70 cm deep and 80 cm wide around the bamboo, place the rhizome barrier in it and seal it tightly. Make sure the barrier ends 5-7cm above the ground.
When should you set a subsequent bamboo root barrier?
When the bamboo sprawls andshoots everywhereshoot up from the earth,other plantsin the area are alreadydisplacedand perhaps even paths, buildings etc.damagehave already been damaged, it is high time to subsequently set a root barrier for the bamboo. It is not uncommon for the disaster to be so great that the bamboo has alreadygrown beyond the property boundary and has even reached the neighboring property.
What is suitable as a subsequent root barrier for bamboo?
In order to keep the roots of bamboo under control in the future,various root barriers are suitableSpecial pond liners (€39.00 on Amazon) made of durable plastic are well suited. In addition to the pond liner, you need a closure rail so that the roots cannot push through small openings in the closure. You can even use an alternative root barrier, for example in the form of concrete slabs.
What should be done before setting the subsequent root barrier?
Before the subsequent root barrier is put in place, allnew shoots should be removedfrom the bamboo. Furthermore, the bamboo isthinned out, shortenedand after diggingdivided Next, all the spread out roots that are less connected to the mother plant are surrounded removed the bamboo from the ground. To do this, you have to find all the rhizomes, cut them off and remove them from the ground. Since the rhizomes are very hard, this is quite difficult and time-consuming.
How do you set the subsequent root barrier on bamboo?
When all the preparatory work has been done,digDig aditcharound the bamboo or planting hole. This should be about 70 cm deep and have a diameter of approximately 80 cm. Now therhizome barrierisput thereIt should be 5 to 7 cm above the ground. Otherwise, root runners could also spread uncontrollably above the ground. Closing Tighten the root barrier. Then, if you haven't already done so, place the bamboo in the planting hole and fill it with soil.
Tip
After setting the subsequent root barrier on the bamboo
Do not carelessly dispose of the cut rhizomes from the bamboo. They like to continue to grow in place, such as in the compost heap. In addition, after setting the subsequent root barrier, you should regularly check whether the bamboo is spreading again or not.
