How Do You Repot A Bamboo Plant?
Bamboo is a fast growing plant that can quickly overstay its welcome when planted in the outdoor landscape. Because of its tendency to spread rapidly, with little regard for territorial boundaries, some people refrain from planting it in their yards. If you like the look of bamboo, but worry about it overspreading, plant it in a container. Once you notice the soil in the container drying out quicker than normal, simply re-pot the bamboo into a larger container. Remove the bamboo plant from its present container and soak it in a container of water for two hours. Soaking will ensure complete hydration before re-potting in a new container. Fill a larger pot with organic potting soil. Organic potting soil is more airy than traditional potting soil, allowing the roots of the bamboo plenty of room for expansion. Make sure that the pot is larger than the root ball. A two to three inch gap between the root ball and the wall of the new pot is preferable. Mix a slow-release fertilizer in with th
