Impressive and exotic, that's how you could describe the giant bamboo in a nutshell. After all, even here in Germany it grows to a height of 15 m or even more if it really feels comfortable in its place.

Even the giant bamboo starts small

The best place for giant bamboo

If you have a lot of space in your garden, you can plant a giant bamboo there, provided it is sunny enough. Because the otherwise very easy-care Dendrocalamus giganteus likes it bright and also likes to be sheltered from the wind. Plan an area of about 10 square meters for the fully grown giant bamboo.

Which soil is suitable for the giant bamboo?

The preferred soil for the giant bamboo is loose and nutrient-rich. It can also be a little damp, but under no circumstances should waterlogging form there. This will cause your giant bamboo to die off if you don't intervene in time. A little horse manure provides the necessary nutrients and fine gravel or coarse sand can be used to loosen the soil if this is necessary.

Thoroughly water the root ball of your giant bamboo before placing it in the new location. This makes it easier for him to grow. The ideal planting time is spring, so strong roots have formed by the warm summer.

Does the giant bamboo need a rhizome barrier?

All types of Phyllostachys form long root runners, these are called rhizomes. Like the black bamboo, the giant bamboo also belongs to these rhizome-forming species. So that it doesn't overgrow your entire garden in a few years, you should work a so-called rhizome barrier into the soil.

The trade offers special films as a rhizome barrier. Pond liner is not suitable for this purpose, it is not a big obstacle for the outward-striving roots of the giant bamboo. Work the rhizome barrier into the soil right after planting according to the manufacturer's instructions, later working it in is very time-consuming and labour-intensive.

The most important planting tips in brief:

  • plant in the sun or semi-shade
  • nutrient-rich and loose soil
  • possibly upgrade with well rotted manure (horse manure).
  • loosen up with sand or gravel
  • Install rhizome barrier
  • Water the root ball well before planting

tips

Plant your giant bamboo later in the year, then make sure you water it regularly.

Category:

Herbs