Ads 468x60px

воскресенье, 7 июня 2015 г.

Things You Should Know In Nurturing A Temple Bamboo

By Elaine Guthrie


Calm that spirit with an Asian inspired garden. Draw inspiration from the four elements of nature in selecting the components for your haven. Make use of perennial evergreens such as bamboos to promote shade and privacy in your sanctuary. However observe discipline in controlling these perennials. A temple bamboo for example can grow up to 35 feet tall within 24 hours and has a running root system that can spread quickly if not managed properly. Installing a rhizome barrier or putting it in a pot is highly suggested to ensure it does not affect the rest of the ecosystem.

Surrounding the roots with a 3-inch high concrete barrier above the ground is ideal for runners. You may also want to put trenches around it to ensure that its rhizomes are under control. Install these walls prior to planting the hardy. Do not hesitate in removing culms and new shoots beyond this enclosure. Remember that prevention is always better than cure.

Contain it in pots for more mobility. Visit your local garden supplier for suggestions. It would be useful to know the root ball size. Evidently you need ample space to grow these beauties. Runners for example demands pots that are 3 to 4 feet deep. Anything smaller will deter it from achieving full growth.

These perennials are best grown in terracotta pots. Its ability to retain moisture and expel excess water makes it a perfect home for these beauties. However be cautious not to expose these containers in direct heat. Water can evaporate quickly once exposed in such condition. This can spell trouble for the perennial. Always monitor the condition of these containers for crack. You may need to repot or remove some canes to ensure its health.

Such decorative perennials are best grown in loamy soil. This type of soil provides a good drainage system allowing the bamboos to have healthier roots. These plants need moisture to survive thus it needs frequent watering especially during dry season. Including mulch is highly recommended if you decide to use another soil type. Collect dry leaves at the base of your bamboo to attain the same effect.

Use fertilizers if you want to speed growth and get better foliage. Organic fertilizer or manure is best used for these perennials. Apply a generous amount during shooting season to ensure that nutrients are distributed evenly. Note that such perennials feed on nitrogen thus asking an expert may help determine the proper dosage in using chemical fertilizers.

Avoid pruning bamboos during spring. This reduces the efficiency of the bamboo to produce healthy shoots. Use sharp pruners or saw for this activity. Cut above the node to avoid unsightly rot stubs. Note that if you cut the cane it will not grow back thus you must ensure that the cut is clean.

Monitor its foliage. White spots can be caused by mites. Immediately quarantine infested plant and spray its culm with hot water. You may also wash each leaf with organic soap to eradicate these unwanted guests. Although these pests will not kill the plant, it can still destroy its aesthetic beauty and cause skin irritation once you come close to the plant.




About the Author:



0 коммент.:

Отправить комментарий

 

Translate

Моя статистика

Форма для связи

Имя

Электронная почта *

Сообщение *