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Starting Bamboo from Cuttings?

Can I put giant timber bamboo in water glass to regrow roots from new cuttings?

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June 8, 20170 found this helpful
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You were asking about giant bamboo which is somewhat different than what I usually describe/think of when I talk about bamboo. Are you sure this is the real giant variety as it would not usually be grown in residential settings. Not all bamboo is cold hardy and only some varieties can grow up to zone 5. Here is a link that describes the giant variety:

www.completebamboo.com/giant_bamboo.html

There are different types of bamboo, but the most common type is called "running" (rhizomes) and it is invasive and a lot of thought should be given about where it will spread before you plant. The other type of bamboo is called "clumping" and it does not spread like the "running" type and can many times be planted in more areas.

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Here is a link that gives a lot of information about bamboo and should be a "must" read for anyone contemplating (or even thinking about it) planting any kind of bamboo.

www.hgtv.com/.../avoid-bamboo-like-the-plague

If you are still interested in trying your hand at growing new bamboo then here are some links that have very good, easy to follow, instructions. Just pick one and decide if you wish to study other suggestions. I just like several sites to pick from when starting something new.

homeguides.sfgate.com/propagate-giant-bamboo-47602.html

www.guaduabamboo.com/.../bamboo-rhizome-propagation


balconygardenweb.com/.../

dengarden.com/.../How-to-Grow-Bamboo-Cuttings

www.thespruce.com/bamboo-plants-facts-growing-tips...

 

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June 7, 20170 found this helpful

Looks like you can.

Reference: homeguides.sfgate.com/grow-bamboo-cuttings-47983.html

 

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June 7, 20170 found this helpful

You can, but bamboo is quite invasive and you may be sorry you planted it.

 

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June 7, 20170 found this helpful

I believe it's better if you have the roots or the pre-roots (that turn into them)

 

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From what I understand, you can start a new bamboo from cuttings in a glass of water. First: cut at an angle a healthy section about 10 inches long containing at least 2 nodes and 2 inter-nodes. Next: dip cut ends in wax to prevent rotting. Then: Place in water for several weeks in a sunny location until roots have begun to form.

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Lastly: Plant in prepared soil bed. (Because of the invasive nature of bamboo in general, it is a good idea to either plant bamboo cuttings in a soil filled pot or place a barrier ring around the plants in the ground to prevent unwanted spread.

 

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