How to Remove Bamboo

Bamboo is an evergreen plant with several benefits. It is inexpensive with stems stronger than wood. This plant grows rapidly in a garden which makes it useful. However, in the long-run, this rapid growth can become a nuisance. Bamboo removal can be a difficult task because of its aggressive growth. Initially, some people believe cutting down the plant will eliminate its growth, only to discover that the plant could still overrun your property.

During bamboo removal, you must cut down the visible plant and then proceed to remove the rhizome. This is the best way to tackle your bamboo problem. Here are steps that can guide you in a successful bamboo removal:

• Defeat the culms

A culm is the hollow stem of a plant or grass that bears a flower. It is easy to identify on a bamboo plant. Use a pruner or a saw to cut down all culms. Do this carefully and thoroughly till you reach ground level. The culms aid photosynthesis and energy production for the plant to thrive. Removing the culms will ensure that the plant can no longer produce energy and leaves.

• Keep up with it

Even after removing the culms, the bamboo plant can still source for energy and continue growth. If this happens, you must keep up with the bamboo removal process by destroying any new growth. The aim is to exhaust the plant of all its energy and nutrient. When this is successful your bamboo problems are over.

• Try the chemical way

If you are not one for chopping every re-occurring growth and exerting so much physical energy, using a chemical method of bamboo eradication might be a better option. Cut down the visible body of the plant. Spray the remaining parts of the plant with a glyphosate weed killer. You may need to repeat the process but it is important to ensure that you do not spray other plants with this chemical.

• Dig out the rhizomes

As we stated earlier, removing the rhizome is the best method for bamboo eradication. However, it may be stressful and upsetting for the soil in that area. To begin, wet the soil around the plant. This makes it lose and easier to dig. Dig out the entire rhizome mass and root. Don’t forget to remove any fragments you find too. The roots of a bamboo plant do not grow deeper than 6-18 inches, so you can carry out this process effectively. This is a big undertaking best to call a professional and save yourself the stress and headaches. We also offer a Lifetime Warranty on all Removals contact Bamboo Bob for a free estimate