Buying Cold Hardy Bamboo?

poehere
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February 27, 20180 found this helpful

I live in the tropics and bamboo grows very fast and has a very deep and strong root system. More people I know are wanting it removed than wanting to plant it. However, growing bamboo can be beneficial and can earn you a profit if you want to thin it out, you can easily sell it.

cybergrannie
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February 27, 20180 found this helpful

i do not believe there is any such thing as "inexpensive" bamboo unless you find someone who wishes to have some dig up that they have planted so putting in a bamboo screen will be costly.

• You should first check with your County Extension Office for recommendations on what kind to buy for your area and also whether you should be looking at clumping or non-clumping types.
• You can find how to contact your local office on this site:
• www.gardeningknowhow.com/.../what-is-extension-service.htm
• You might try placing an ad on your local Craigslist to see if anyone in your area is selling or wanting to sell bamboo.
• Check on Freecycle as you might get lucky and find someone who hates their bamboo or has too much (but be prepared to work hard for your prize).
• Bamboo is sold at most large nurseries and in small quantities at large garden stores.
• But it is best to ask questions from your county agent before making that purchase.

Judy
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February 27, 20180 found this helpful

I would reconsider. It is very invasive. I live in NY and people are paying big bucks to get it removed. Its roots go very deep.