Wednesday, 17 February 2016

The Black Bamboo Plants In Pots: Botanical Tips

By Joseph Gray


Bamboo can be grown in very beautiful ornamental pots or even containers that gives them a very stunning look. It offers a limitless combination of colors, shapes, sizes and even textures. In pots, the plant gets the flexibility to maneuver the garden, patio or even the balcony. The pot is a barrier by itself and you don't have to worry of the plant taking over the garden. Its ability to achieve tall heights in a small growing space makes it ideal for the balconies and patios or any tight spaces like office and hotel corridors. The black bamboo plants in pots is the most ideal for ornamental purposes, given that they are attractive, tall and have black-culms that contracts their dark green leaves in an amazing way.

As any other bamboo plant, this species is also very versatile. It should be thinned out to be able to expose the culms even further. If left unchecked, the plant grows very bushy and quickly outgrows the container. By thinning it, its life in the container is extended. The thinning process involves removing a given percentage of the culm by cutting.

In pots, the bamboos require more specialized care since they are more susceptible to environmental stress. They are much more sensitive to heat and cold. The strong afternoon sun can scorch the leaves. The strong winds can easily tip the plant over. Restricting the root space on the other hands make the plant to dehydrate.

The whole process should begin by selecting the right container for the plant. The most ideal containers include the large pots, square boxes and wooden tubes. If the plan is to leave it grow tall, the large tubes and square ones are better options. However, if it is to be a low grower, a wide-based pot should be chosen.

During winters, the plants face a completely new challenge. They are susceptible to freezing and must be protected to ensure that it does not die. In containers, the bamboo plant is not as hardy as they are in the ground. Wood planters are good for planting as they provide insulation for the root mass. The proper care starts with the use of a proper planting container.

It should be fertilized at least once a month. A liquid fertilizer that is properly balanced I enough for this job. In winter, it should be left alone as it goes into dormancy. Every 3-5 years, it sh divided and the potting soil be refreshed. With the help of disinfected and clean pruning shears, the plant should be pruned, removing wilted, weak and the dying culms as needed.

When planting, the first step is to ensure that the drainage holes are not blocked. By placing a large tub in the position or filling the base with pebbles, the base is not blocked. This prevents the base from getting wet and decaying. The next step is to fill the container halfway, place the bamboo on and then add the soil till it is full.

When making the right choice for the pot, consider a container that is low profile and squats lower to the ground. It should also be wider than it is deep to prevent the wind from tipping it off.




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