We grow bamboo at home

Indoor bamboo, or dracaena Sandera (Dracaena brauniic) is an unpretentious evergreen exotic plant, the decorative species of which will perfectly fit into any home or office interior. In indoor conditions, the plant can grow for a long time, the main thing is proper care, in compliance with all recommendations and requirements. Decorative bamboo is a dracaena species. It can be grown not only in soil, but also in water. It grows both as a single plant and in group compositions. Feng Shui people consider bamboo to be a symbol of prosperity, happiness and good luck.

Ornamental bamboo consists of a green or yellow-green bare or leafy stem and bright green leaves at the top. Plant care is not difficult. It is necessary to grow it in conditions close to its natural environment.

Caring for indoor bamboo at home

The rules of care differ slightly depending on whether the flower is grown in soil or in water, but some of them are suitable for both growing methods.

Location and lighting

Bamboo prefers diffused lighting without direct sunlight, which can be created with a light translucent curtain on the windowsill on the west or east side of the room. If you take into account the recommendations of the Feng Shui teachings, then the place of the decorative bamboo should be in the southeastern part of the room.

With a lack of lighting, the plant will lose its leafy part, and its development will slow down. The lack of light will immediately affect the decorative qualities of the indoor flower.

Temperature

The ideal temperature for growing bamboo is from 18 to 25 degrees, but the plant will withstand the thirty-degree mark in the summer season without negative consequences.

Air humidity

The level of air humidity for a flower does not matter much, but moist care in the form of rubbing the leaves from dust is very necessary for the plant. Such water procedures are recommended to be carried out regularly.

Growing bamboo in water

This method of growing decorative bamboo is most suitable and does not take much time to care. The water in the container is changed once a week. For an unpretentious plant, this is quite enough to create optimal conditions for development. This water base contributes to the rapid and harmonious growth of indoor bamboo. Even indoors, exotic bamboo reaches a height of one to two meters. By growing a group of plants in a short time, you can create your own tropical garden.

In the absence of fertilizers, the plant will lose its leafy part or the stem will turn yellow. Fertilization is a very important part of indoor bamboo maintenance. Top dressing is introduced directly into the water, at the time of its replacement with fresh. One feeding every 2-3 months will be enough. It is recommended to use a mineral fertilizer intended for plants of this type.

Several bamboo stems can be grown in one flower container. For convenience and decoration, all plants are tied together with braid of any contrasting color. As a container, you can use not only traditional flower pots or containers, but also glass vases or glasses, and as the bamboo grows - buckets and deep jugs. With a plant height of more than 50-80 centimeters, cultivation vessels are placed only on the floor in the immediate vicinity of a light source or a window.

Water for watering and growing decorative bamboo should be soft. It is advisable to use settled water for several days or melt water. This evergreen plant should not be watered with tap or filtered water.

Preparing melt water:

• Fill a plastic container with water.
• Place in the freezer for 2 days.
• Defrost and use as directed.

Growing bamboo in the ground

The soil

Ornamental bamboo or dracaena Sander grows much better in soil than in water. Plants do not like the constant presence of the root part in a humid environment, and water is retained in the soil for a short time. Any soil mixture is suitable for growing. You can purchase the most common one designed for most indoor flowers. This method of growing and somewhat simplifies the very care of the plant. There is no need to change the soil, like water, every week.

Watering

A significant difference in care is regular and timely watering. The soil in the container with the plant should always be slightly moist, it should not be allowed to dry out. If the dracaena Sander was transferred from the water to the soil, then it is very important to constantly water it and carefully monitor the general condition and development until the bamboo finally takes root in a new place.

Watering in the autumn-winter period should be significantly reduced. It is important to avoid stagnation of water in the ground. This can lead to the formation of mold, which is one of the main enemies of decorative bamboo. In order to prevent this disease, it is recommended that when planting, do not forget about the drainage layer and drainage holes in the flower pot.

Top dressing and fertilizers

Bamboo grown in the ground also needs timely fertilization in the form of fertilizers for various types of dracaena. They are introduced at intervals of 2-3 months along with irrigation water.

Breeding methods for indoor bamboo

Indoor bamboo can propagate in several different ways: by seed (in rare cases), cuttings, scions, and top shoots. Reproduction by offspring and tops will have to spend a lot of time and effort. Such methods are considered difficult. It is even more difficult to grow bamboo by seed method, and in indoor conditions it is almost unrealistic. Sowing seeds, the appearance of seedlings and long-term care for them is a laborious and long process. Therefore, most often flower growers use one method - cuttings. It is considered the most affordable and suitable for this exotic specimen.

Propagation of indoor bamboo by cuttings

It is recommended to propagate indoor bamboo by cuttings in the spring. Young shoots are used as planting material, which just at this time appear on a mature plant. They must be carefully separated or cut from the main stem and planted in the ground for rooting.

The soil for germination of the root part is the same as for an adult plant. Bamboo is a fast growing plant. This quality extends not only to its stem, but also to the root system. Therefore, the container for the cutting needs to be selected spacious and medium in height. Even with small cuttings, the pot becomes bamboo in size very quickly.

You can simplify the reproduction procedure by combining it with the next transplant of a houseplant, which experienced florists recommend to be carried out once a year or every two years. Spring is also a favorable time for transplanting, as well as propagation by cuttings. It is very important to pay great attention to the newly transplanted plant and young cuttings, in order to avoid various difficulties and problems with their growth and development in a new place and in a new status.

The main care is regular watering and loosening of the soil. Watering is carried out daily and only with settled irrigation water with a temperature not less than 22-25 degrees Celsius. An obligatory water procedure is also wet wiping of the leafy part of the plant from dust.

Loosening the soil is also very important for the development of the indoor flower. Young cuttings, or rather their root part, will be able to receive the required amount of fresh air, which will contribute to better root formation and rooting in new conditions.

Ornamental bamboo or dracaena Sander can thrive and thrive in a variety of conditions. This unpretentious houseplant does not differ in its external qualities, depending on the place of cultivation. It develops equally favorably in water and soil. When properly cared for, bamboo can transform an ordinary home or work space into a cozy tropical retreat. The rapid growth of this exotic representative is able to create home comfort and a pleasant atmosphere in a short time.

Dracaena Sander or the babmuk of happiness. Care, reproduction, pests (video)

The houseplant bamboo is not a relative of bamboo, which grows in the wild. You can even see this in the photo. Bamboo, which grows in nature, is considered a herb, but it grows to an enormous height, about 40 meters. At home, we grow a variety of the famous flower - Dracaena (Dracaena Sandera).

What does bamboo look like?

The plant is completely bare stem, only on the top of it there are several shoots and leaves. The trunk can grow straight, or it can begin to bend in a spiral from the very beginning. Most often, indoor bamboo is bright green, but there are also straw-golden species. If during the day the plant is under the rays of the bright sun, then its color will be dark green.

Bamboo is considered a plant that brings happiness and good luck. Many who adhere to Feng Shui try to have this kind of Dracaena at home. According to Chinese philosophy, the bamboo located in the southeastern part of the house will bring you good luck and financial stability, especially if there is a toad with coins nearby.

How to care for bamboo yourself?

It is best to put bamboo on a window that looking east... Avoid direct sunlight. The plant is photophilous, but the constantly scorching sun can harm the leaves, burns will appear on them. Place on a window that you never open. Dracaena does not like cold air currents; ventilation in winter can lead to the death of bamboo.

Water the plant frequently in the summer, making sure that the soil does not dry out. In winter, moisture should be moderate.

If suddenly the plant begins to lose the lower leaves, the amount of light should be increased. Very tall bamboo is best planted in a large pot and put in a place where the light is diffused.

Try to keep the air in the room where the plant is located. With dry air, Dracaena Sander feels uncomfortable.

Correct fit

There are 3 ways how to properly grow Dracena Sander. Many indoor flower lovers argue about how to properly grow bamboo: in soil or in water. All methods are possible, but each has its own characteristics for flower care.

1. Growing indoor bamboo in water... Rinse the roots thoroughly under running water.Check the plants for any damage, scratches. If there are any visible root abnormalities, then at least 1/3 of the root can be removed. Water should be used only distilled and always settled. Place the plant in a glass container, secure the roots with beautiful stones (boiled) and pour water into the container. After 14 days, the water should be changed, but if it becomes cloudy, then this procedure should be carried out earlier. It is also necessary to change the liquid if the leaves begin to turn yellow. Once a month, the plant should be fed with fertilizers that are produced specifically for dracaena.
2. Planting bamboo in a pot... Choose a pot that is large enough for your home plant, it should not be cramped. Fill with special soil designed for growing dracaena. If you have not found such soil, you can do it yourself: mix 200 g of clay turf and 100 g of peat and humus each. Transplant into a new pot once a year, and older plants once every 3 years. Remember to fertilize your bamboo houseplant 2 times a month.
3. Growing in a hydrogel... So far, this is an uncommon way of growing Dracaena Sander at home. The plant is planted in a glass container filled with hydrogel and water. The hydrogel capsules gradually change their color and shape. Such cultivation does not require special conditions. 2 times a year it is necessary to fertilize Dracena. Periodically, as it dries, add clean water to the vessel.

Reproduction of indoor bamboo

Exist 2 ways to propagate bamboo:

• Cuttings.
• By dividing the root (rarely used).

When transplanting an adult plant, large shoots are separated and immediately planted in the soil in a separate pot. At first, the shoot should be watered abundantly or rooted immediately in the water. A lot of sunlight is contraindicated for young plants.

Sometimes you can find bamboo seeds on sale, you do not need to purchase them. It will be a waste of both time and money. It is almost impossible to grow Dracena Sander from seeds.

Fertilizing bamboo

Plant food must be saturated minerals and organic matter... It is best to purchase a special fertilizer for dracaena in the store, which will contain just a lot of components necessary for the nutrition and development of the plant. In autumn and winter, feeding should be introduced 1-2 times. In warm weather, at least once every 3 weeks. If indoor bamboo starts to grow very slowly, this should be seen as a call for soil fertilization.

Bamboo diseases and plant growing problems

Most often, the plant gets sick if it is followed by improper care.

• The formation of spots and rusty spots on the stems. The shoot is affected by a fungus. It is necessary to ensure a sufficient supply of fresh air to the flower; for this, constantly ventilate the room. Treat the shoot with fungicides.
• Damage to the flower by pests. Most often, ticks and aphids cause harm to bamboo. If you see these unpleasant insects on the plant, then remove the pest with a soft sponge. If Dracaena is visibly damaged, remove the affected part, and treat the entire bamboo with a special solution that will destroy the pests.
• Yellowness of the shoot and leaves. May be caused by direct sunlight or too hard water used for irrigation. If the plant is grown in soil, then the yellowing of the shoot indicates its rotting due to abundant watering. This problem also arises when Dracaena is frostbite; you should not overcool the plant. Remove the yellowed shoot, and control the conditions of care and, if necessary, modify.
• The bamboo has stopped growing. Dracaena does not have enough sunlight or nutrients are not supplied. You should track how much light the flower receives during the day, and also fertilize with fertilizer containing the basic minerals necessary for rapid growth.Top dressing should be done in moderation, since soil oversaturation can also negatively affect Dracena Sander.
• The leaves crumble, curl, become soft. The plant is frozen. It is necessary to increase the heating of the room.
• White pigmentation on the leaves. Most likely, this is not a disease, but a feature of the type of your bamboo. If you are still worried, then study the photos of plants, relatives of your home flower, perhaps everyone has the same spots.

Bamboo flower - very unpretentious plant... With the careful care of Dracaena Sander, it grows quickly and pleases with its bright color. If you are a lover of home flowers, do not disregard this plant.

Reproduction of bamboo at home

I wonder if anyone can imagine a straw over 30m in size? Many will answer that there is no such straw in nature. However, they will be wrong. A plant from the Zlakov family, a well-known bamboo, has a stem - a straw, the size of which can easily overcome the mark of 30 m. It turns out that bamboo can be bred indoors. We will try to find out the distinctive features of this plant and how to grow bamboo at home.

Content:

• What is bamboo
• How to choose bamboo for your home
• How to care for bamboo indoors

What is bamboo

Bamboo thickets are formed by the largest and fastest growing plant from the Cereals family. By the nature of the thickets, it resembles the growth of wheatgrass, when the underground parts actively grow and fill the space in a short time. Before the ground stem begins to grow, the rhizome grows underground to a size of 80 cm and a new stem appears only at its very tip.

In total, the family includes more than 150 species. Bamboo species are found mainly in tropical climates. although there are exceptions, such as Kuril bamboo or saza. During rapid growth, and the growth per day can reach 70 cm, the stem is round and hollow inside - the straw becomes lignified and acquires the hardness and strength of the tree.

Despite this, bamboo is classified as a herbaceous perennial plant. The trunk of the bamboo is very straight. the thickness of the trunk, depending on the species, can be from 4 to 30 cm; there are swollen bridges along the entire length of the trunk. The gaps between the bridges can be 20 - 40 cm. The color of the bamboo trunk depends on the species and variety. There are yellow-stemmed and green-stemmed varieties. In the upper part, branching begins and spear-shaped leaves are located. In some species, they are slightly pubescent.

Once every few decades, in bamboo thickets, all plants bloom at the same time. The flowers are collected in inconspicuous ears, they are pollinated by the wind. The bamboo fruit is a caryopsis. In connection with such a rare flowering, bamboo is propagated vegetatively, dividing the bush, parts of the stem or rhizome.

Man uses bamboo stalks extensively. They are used for food, they are used to build houses, make kitchen utensils, and add them in the production of porcelain. Bamboo grows everywhere in tropical and temperate regions:

• Africa
• Indonesia
• Brazil
• Pakistan
• Java
• Madagascar
• Kurilakh

Amateurs - bamboo growers carry out work on the acclimatization of the plant in conditions with cold winters. Currently, bamboos grow in open ground in Abkhazia, Crimea, the Kuril Islands and even in the Moscow region. There are cases when it is very successfully grown in regions with a more severe climate.

It turns out, if you wish, you can plant and grow bamboo or plants from closely related species in indoor conditions, this is now within the power of indoor flower lovers.

How to choose bamboo for your home

Considering the issue of planting bamboo at home, it is important to remember that under natural conditions bamboo grows in a warm and humid climate, in shade conditions, and if it is possible to provide such conditions for the plant at home and arrange a small tropical corner in the house, then you can start choosing bamboo for the room.

Unfortunately, what is commonly offered as bamboo belongs to another plant species called Dracaena Sandler.

It is mistaken for bamboo due to its appearance and the English folk name bamboo of happiness.Dracaena Sandler looks like short, funny stems, which are most often grown without soil or in the form of a twisted stem.

From plants belonging to the genus Bamboo and closely related varieties for growing at home, you can choose:

• bamboo or Fortune multiflower, variegated
• bamboo or dwarf multiflower, height 0.45 m
• bamboo or multiflower golden, height 0.7 m
• Kuril bamboo or Kuril saza, height from 0.3 m to 1.0 m
• arundinaria variegated, height 1.0 m, green-cream leaves
• arundinaria Muriel, height up to 3 m, yellow trunks

When choosing a variety of bamboo for indoor cultivation, it is important to remember that some varieties can still easily overcome a three-meter height and become inconvenient for keeping in a standard apartment.

How to care for bamboo indoors

You can plant bamboo in a pot both with seeds and with part of the rhizome. When the sprouts are about twice the size of the pot, they can be planted in large pots or tubs. The best soil for bamboo is a fairly heavy, fertile soil. For indoor cultivation, loamy soil is suitable, to which sand, peat and humus are added. Ready-made soil mixture with the addition of equal parts of sand, leaf and turf soil is also suitable. In the room where the bamboo will grow, it should be warm in the summer, but not hot, + 20 is enough, and in winter no more than +16 +18. The light should be bright, but not direct, the best choice is windows with an orientation to the east. Watering is needed plentiful, but without stagnant water. In the summer, additional daily spraying is required. It is always carried out with warm water.

In summer, it can be planted in open ground. In winter, when the heating is on and the air in the room is drier, the watering of indoor bamboo is reduced, in this mode it transfers dry air more easily. Top dressing of bamboo in a pot is carried out from spring to autumn, twice a month, using both organic and mineral mixtures.

You can transplant indoor bamboo as you master the pot. Together with the transplant, the bush is divided to obtain new plants. Also, if the size of indoor bamboo has exceeded expectations, then it can be trimmed. From all of the above, we can conclude that growing bamboo as a houseplant is a fascinating and feasible business for any fan of indoor floriculture.

Indoor bamboo video:

Among the variety of indoor plants, bamboo occupies a special place. This wonderful ornamental plant looks great both in greenhouses and in a sophisticated modern interior. In the conditions of apartments, dwarf bamboo is most often grown.

Bamboo at home

A plant such as dwarf bamboo differs in that its stems are straw-shaped. Such stems are hollow inside. On the stems, geniculate isthmuses are clearly distinguished, on which narrow linear leaves are located. In specialized stores, you can buy several varieties of bamboo: variegated, bluish, Muriel bamboo, multi-layered and shiny. Bamboo is an evergreen plant that blooms once in a lifetime. After the bamboo has faded, it dies.

Indoor bamboo care

Bamboo at home requires some maintenance. Factors such as heat and humidity play a huge role in the cultivation of this plant. Since bamboo is a tropical plant, it prefers regular spraying and abundant watering. Home bamboo is best placed in a location that has plenty of light and warmth. Watering the plant should be adjusted to suit the local climate. In the case when the soil in the pot dries out very quickly, it is necessary to water the bamboo at home quite often.When the humidity is moderate, the plant does not need to water every day. It is important to observe the response of the bamboo to watering. If there is an excess of moisture, then the leaves begin to sag, and if there is not enough moisture, they curl. Many indoor plants, bamboo in particular, can be grown in a special gel or in water, but for this you need to know some subtleties. In order to grow in water, it is necessary to prepare special fertilizers that contain the required amount of minerals useful for the plant. If bamboo is planned to be grown in a gel, it should be remembered that after a certain period of time the gel loses its beneficial substances, and the plant no longer receives substances useful for development and growth. The soil for growing bamboo can be different - the one sold in flower shops is also suitable.

Bamboo pot

An important point when growing bamboo is the choice of a pot for planting, or rather, the shape and size of the flowerpot in which the plant will be located. It is highly desirable that the rhizomes of the plant should not come closer than five centimeters to the walls of the pot. The root system of bamboo forms almost horizontally. When the roots are close to the walls of the pot, the plant needs to be transplanted into a larger pot. Bamboo is transplanted, like many other plants, in the spring. When transplanting, it is advisable to replace the soil in the pot with a new one, as it gradually loses its beneficial properties. When the plant reaches three years of age, the need for replanting is significantly reduced. Growing bamboo is not particularly difficult, and with proper care, it will become a real decoration of the apartment.