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DB01 wrote:
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DB01 wrote:
i have a black stemed bamboo plant over 6 feet tall in a large pot
about 75% of the leaves are yellow
i am now giving it about of water per day

should i pull the yellow leaves off?

TIA

My guess is that you're over-watering it by a long way. Bamboos don't
like to dry right out but they don't like being extremely wet, either.
Do you let it drain after it's been watered? I'd cut the watering
down to waiting until the soil or compost feels *just* moist and then
give it a drink, letting it drain, too. If it's outdoors, could it
have been caught by frost?
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Sacha
www.hillhousenursery.co.uk
South Devon

Thanks for the info
It is outside but in a sheltered spot
I don't think the frost has got to it

what about the leaves, should i pull the dead ones off?


I'd wait and see if they drop off of their own accord. It's also
possible that it's simply getting rid of old leaves and will put on new
ones, so to be honest, I'd be inclined to leave the poor thing alone
and just don't drown it! ;-)
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Sacha
www.hillhousenursery.co.uk
South Devon




Yes Miss
I promise to do what I'm told :-))

The leaves are hiding the brill black stems.

but i will be patient

thanx

eugene
Berkshire