Question From:
scott in na, loxton SA
Nature of problem:
i would like to plant something like bamboo ( non invasive ) in a planter box at my home in the riverland of south australia , we have temperatures from minus 4 to + 45 deg c . Will bamboo be ok in this situation , or could you suggest something that will form a screen type cover . the planter box is approx 4m long x 300mm wide
Type of Plant (if known):
na
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
na
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
composted sandy mix soil
How often do you water the plant:
na
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
full sun
What type of plant is it:
na
How long since you planted it:
nil
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
nil
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoor
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
nil
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Other Comments:
Answer: Hi Scott, In my opinion there is no such thing as a non-invasive bamboo, in fact I know of several people who have been forced to remove non-invasive bamboos which have invaded their gardens. Scott, you need to talk to locals re this one. No-one will know as much about local climate & soils as a local. Look for the best local hedge and pop in & ask them what it is. This no fob-off, this is the only way to go. Don
