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| I want a clumping bamboo that is short(er), will tolerate shade and is thin so that a person can see through it. Would a person plant several plants in an area of about 20 sq. ft. or let one plant continue to grow? Can the plant in the pot be divided upon purchase? |
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- Posted by kentuck_8b z8b TX (My Page) on Wed, Apr 28, 10 at 21:47
| Bambusas have a tendency to grow thinner when grown in a shady area. You may have to remove some of the culms to get the 'see-through' look that you want with any bamboo. I personally would put several plants in that area, but you are in an area where they(Bambusas) are borderline cold hardy. I'm not sure of a clumper that fits your area and needs without some care. How tall would you like the boo to grow?? If a plant is large enough at the time of purchase, you can divide it. I've bought some bamboo in a pot before and got up to 4 divisions out of a single pot. Depends on size. Kt |
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- Posted by gardener972 7b-8a DFW (My Page) on Sat, May 1, 10 at 12:08
| I think around 4-6 feet would be good. That's what I was wondering, if it could be divided. Do you get yours in a nursery or do you have to order it on-line? Can you suggest a reputable place that sells the CORRECT one as stated? |
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- Posted by kentuck_8b z8b TX (My Page) on Tue, May 4, 10 at 22:07
| There are a lot of reputable online bamboo nurseries out there. I have ordered from 4 or 5 of them and all sold excellent plants. Buying from Home Depot or a similar place may get you a mis-labeled plant. Best to go with a 'bamboo' nursery. There are some short Bambusas and one that grows to about six feet, but even if you have a taller plant, you can top it to the height that you desire. Kt |
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