In general, bamboo is considered a fast-growing, robust and undemanding plant for indoors and outdoors - provided you know its needs and give it the right care. Why does bamboo turn its leaves yellow in autumn, even though it is an evergreen plant?
Depending on the type of bamboo, the yellowing and the later, partial leaf fall in autumn varies in intensity. Still, you shouldn't worry about it. Your bamboo does not get sick and does not suffer from any deficiency. He is simply preparing for the coming cold period of winter. For this he frees himself from a part of his foliage. As soon as the first autumn storm blows away the yellow leaves, they shine fresh green again. Don't worry, just enjoy the autumnal golden-yellow color of the leaves.
Causes of yellow leaves in spring and summer
You should take a closer look at bamboo plants when the leaves are turning yellow in spring or summer. Two bad causes that can be responsible for this:
Waterlogging causes the leaves to turn yellow
If there is too much waterlogging, the roots will rot and the leaves will turn yellow. Now, as with brown leaves on the bamboo, immediate action is required. Remove the plant from the container or soil. The soil needs loosening and drainage. Raised hill planting can sometimes quickly remedy the situation. With bamboo in a pot or as a container plant, check the openings for the water drainage and clean them if they are clogged.
Yellow leaves as a result of chlorosis
Acute nutrient deficiencies such as too little iron, magnesium, nitrogen or salinity in the soil can result in chlorosis. A targeted application of fertilizer and an exchange of the bamboo soil helps here.
Yellow leaves on indoor bamboo
Yellow leaves on indoor bamboo also indicate too much moisture. If the irrigation water does not drain, the roots in the flower pot will rot. It is best to unpot the plant and examine the roots for dark, rotten spots. If there are any, cut them off with a clean knife down to the healthy, light-colored roots.
Then plant the bamboo with fresh soil or hummus. A semi-shady place in the sun supports the regeneration of the plant. At the latest in the next growth period in spring, new shoots and fresh green leaves will sprout.
If you want to do something good for your bamboo plants[/], give them a shower or spray them from time to time. Because the bamboo absorbs a lot of moisture through the leaves. In addition, a shower frees you from dust and bugs. Make sure that the undersides of the leaves are also sufficiently showered.
tips and tricks
Only fertilize newly acquired bamboo plants after a year. As a rule, the plants are pre-fertilized and have been supplied with all the important nutrients by the breeder.