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QuestionHow long does it take to grow bamboo from seed?Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.Bamboo grows extremely quickly! From planting the seed, it will take about 1 to 3 weeks for the bamboo sprout to reach the surface.
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QuestionHow long does it take to grow bamboo from seed?Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.From a seed, it will take about 1-3 weeks for the bamboo sprout to reach the surface.
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QuestionHow does a bamboo plant reproduce?Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.The bamboo plant reproduces by spreading seeds or rhizomes in the soil, just like many other plants.
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QuestionIs it profitable to grow bamboo?Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.It can be. A container-grown bamboo can sell for around $30, and in as little as a quarter acre, you can fit 2,400 plants.
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QuestionCan you grow bamboo cuttings in water?Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.Yes, you can. Put the bamboo cutting in water until roots start to form, then transplant it into soil.
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QuestionWill bamboo seeds sprout if I put them in a damp paper towel in a bag?Community AnswerYes, this method of germination also works. Use as little water as possible to avoid fungus. Keep temps between 70 - 80 degrees.
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QuestionMy purple bamboo seeds are starting to sprout, and get second leaves but the first leaves are turning brown. What should I do?Community AnswerBecause bamboo is a monocotyledon, the first leaf is most likely the cotyledon which isn't an actual leaf. It should eventually die off once the real leaves start photosynthesis. As long as the rest of the plant looks good, I wouldn't worry about the first leaf (cotyledon) dying off.
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QuestionHow far does a bamboo plant need to be from other plants?Community AnswerIt depends where it's running or clumping. Running bamboo (unless controlled by a barrier) will continue to take over an entire area. Clumping bamboo will generally grow in a clump and only needs 3 feet or so. Both species need trimmed yearly.
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QuestionCan you buy bamboo plants?Community AnswerYes. Try a botanical garden for specific species, instructions, and the right soil.
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QuestionWhen can I plant the plants outside?Robin SagerCommunity AnswerIt is possible to skip the pellet seeding process and go directly to planting your seeds outdoors. The primary issue with this approach is that it doesn't provide as much protection for the seedlings. When they are vulnerable and exposed to outdoor conditions early on, they run a higher risk of dying out.
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QuestionWhere can I get a miniature indoor greenhouse such as the one pictured?Community AnswerTractor Supply has a great assortment, at very reasonable prices. Home improvement stores like Home Depot usually have them as well.
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QuestionWill my seeds sprout if they were accidentally left to soak for two days?Community AnswerYes. Soaking loosens the covering sheath around the seed, aiding in germination.
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QuestionHow long should you wait before soaking the seeds?Robin SagerCommunity AnswerTo increase your odds of planting success, it is a good idea to soak the seeds and start the planting process as quickly as possible. If you wait too long, then you run the risk of the seeds drying out.
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QuestionCan bamboo grow under water, like in a fish tank?SpoodermanCommunity AnswerYes, but it must be a fresh water tank because bamboo can't grow in salt water.
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QuestionDo I need to plant them in the ground? Would transferring into larger pots as they grow work?Community AnswerIt depends on the type of bamboo you have purchased, some are slow growers and will remain small, while others are fast growers and will get very large.
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QuestionShould I peel off the outer layer from the seed before soaking or planting it?Community AnswerNo. The roots and sprouts will come through the outer layer when they are ready.
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QuestionWhen is the best time of year to soak my bamboo seeds in water and plant them?Community AnswerIt depends on what part of the country you live in. "Early spring" is when they should be transplanted into soil, so work your way backwards from there to calculate when to soak your seeds.
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QuestionShould I soak my black bamboo seeds before I plant them?Community AnswerYes. Soaking loosens the covering sheath around the seed, aiding in germination.
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