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Name:	NCSue -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 11:16:40 AM

I have have plans to plant non-native bamboo. The nearest source I've found is Lewis Bamboo near Birmingham. Does anyone know of a closer source?

Name:	wix -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 12:39:59 PM

Better ask your neighbors, it's kind of like planting kudzu.

Name:	GoneFishin -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 1:27:56 PM

For the first time in the history of mankind, I agree with WIX. As you check on bamboo, there are non invasive available that clump rather than spread. Make certain where you plant it because from experience it can be VERY invasive and a lot of work to remove.

Name:	NCSue -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 2:10:55 PM

GF, what type did you plant? I'm looking at a non-native with a max height of 10'. According to the Lewis Bamboo website it grows for ~ 60 days in the spring and at that time is tender and can be controlled by mowing. I've done a soil sample and it is good for bamboo although the heaviness of clay soil and the ever present rocks and roots aren't ideal.

Name:	GoneFishin -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 3:35:13 PM

My wife is a Master Gardener and was asked to plant various varieties in our yard for research. They were planted in a sandy soil in Florida. The one I liked best was called black bamboo. After a few years, all of it was removed as it did not fit the landscape. I suggest you contact the Extension Service and they should be able to assist you with which bamboo would best fit your need. and soil. Here is their website http://www.aces.edu/counties/Tallapoosa

Name:	MrHodja -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 4:48:31 PM

So, since you are always "Gone Fishin" does that make you a "Master Baiter"?

Name:	Barneget -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 6:07:17 PM

Now that there is funny......jes sayin

Name:	GoneFishin -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/11/2012 6:14:32 PM

That's the nicest and most honest name you have ever called me.

Name:	lakeplumber -	Reply
Subject:	Spewing my coke....
Date:	8/11/2012 7:59:22 PM

That one caught me off guard Hodja

Name:	MrHodja -	Reply
Subject:	Spewing my coke....
Date:	8/11/2012 10:59:27 PM

Made some progress on the addition today....getting closer to "the call"....need to get a good day or so with my son framing the bathroom walls, and we will be ready!!

Name:	Sandy Tiger -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/12/2012 10:32:55 AM

Check out http://www.bamboogarden.com/ They have some good material for control of bamboo.

Name:	DSCR -	Reply
Subject:	Bamboo
Date:	8/19/2012 5:58:31 PM

There is never a good reason to plant bamboo. it is invasive and you will be sorry you did. If you have neighbors, they will hate you. Please dont be on the north end of the lake. Sorry. I have never seen it not be a disaster.

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