How to Propagate Bamboo
Fill a growing tray with high quality potting soil and use the handle of a long wooden spoon to make evenly-sized holes in the potting soil., Put 2 tbsp (30 g) of rooting hormone in a separate container or plastic bag, being careful not to risk...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Fill a growing tray with high quality potting soil and use the handle of a long wooden spoon to make evenly-sized holes in the potting soil.
Make sure there are at least 2 nodes and 2 internodes on each section cut.
A node is the hard growth that encircles the bamboo cane, separating it into sections.
The green sections of bamboo between the nodes are referred to as internodes. , Keep the center hole running through the interior of the cane clear to help keep the bamboo from drying out while the roots are developing. , Shake the bamboo cutting gently to remove any excess rooting hormone powder. , Press the soil firmly into place, eliminating any air pockets that may have formed around the bamboo cuttings. ,, Cover the bamboo cuttings with clear plastic and place the growing tray in a sunny location away from direct sunlight, because the heat from the sun will kill the bamboo cuttings. , Replace the water in the center portion of the bamboo cutting as it dries out. , -
Step 2: Put 2 tbsp (30 g) of rooting hormone in a separate container or plastic bag
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Step 3: being careful not to risk contaminating the original container of rooting hormone by allowing it to come into contact with any of the bamboo cuttings.
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Step 4: Using a knife or sharp scissors
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Step 5: cut 10-inch (25.4 cm) sections of bamboo at a 45-degree angle from existing
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Step 6: healthy bamboo plants.
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Step 7: Dip the top edge of the recently-cut bamboo into soft wax.
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Step 8: Dip the bottom edge of the bamboo cutting into the rooting hormone.
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Step 9: Place the bamboo cuttings into the holes in the potting soil in the growing tray
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Step 10: bottom sides first.
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Step 11: Pour water down into the center of each bamboo cutting until the center section is full.
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Step 12: Spray a mist of water on the growing tray until the soil is damp
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Step 13: but not soaking wet.
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Step 14: Remove the plastic for about an hour each day to provide the bamboo cuttings with fresh air.
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Step 15: Once healthy roots begin growing
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Step 16: the bamboo is ready to be planted in a container or outdoors.
Detailed Guide
Make sure there are at least 2 nodes and 2 internodes on each section cut.
A node is the hard growth that encircles the bamboo cane, separating it into sections.
The green sections of bamboo between the nodes are referred to as internodes. , Keep the center hole running through the interior of the cane clear to help keep the bamboo from drying out while the roots are developing. , Shake the bamboo cutting gently to remove any excess rooting hormone powder. , Press the soil firmly into place, eliminating any air pockets that may have formed around the bamboo cuttings. ,, Cover the bamboo cuttings with clear plastic and place the growing tray in a sunny location away from direct sunlight, because the heat from the sun will kill the bamboo cuttings. , Replace the water in the center portion of the bamboo cutting as it dries out. ,
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