
Bamboo control - Ask Extension
Jun 6, 2025 · Bamboo is a type of grass so constant mowing with your mower set to its lowest setting will help to keep if from spreading. If you want to get rid of the mature bamboo that is on your …
How to kill bamboo - Ask Extension
Jun 12, 2013 · Another resource told me that constant cutting back of the bamboo over a couple of years would also kill the roots due to lack of photosynthesis. Do you have any suggestions on how to …
How to kill bamboo? - Ask Extension
Aug 30, 2022 · How to kill bamboo using Glyphosate. I was told you cut off each stalk about 8” to 1’ above ground and then use eye dropper to fill the inside tubular cavity of the cut stalk with …
Hello, My clumping bamboo… looks horrible after the storm. For the …
Apr 9, 2024 · Bamboo: Clumping bamboo is less hardy than running bamboo, and needs protection to prevent the foliage damage you have. The cold and ice we experienced in January impacted many …
Bamboo - Ask Extension
Feb 27, 2023 · Hello Jean, There are not many options for bamboo removal that don't rely on systemic (plant-absorbed) herbicides to more quickly and effectively kill the plant's roots. Even these …
Bamboo Going to Seed - Ask Extension
May 29, 2022 · Our large stand of bamboo is making seed heads. We do not know the variety, had always thought is was a mix with some yellow wood and some black. We aren't sure how old this …
Eradicating Bamboo - Ask Extension
May 24, 2024 · After invasive bamboo is pulled out by its roots from an individual's backyard, what kind of tarp is best to put on the ground it was on? I received the advice from more than 1 source to place …
Bamboo Eradication and Containment - Ask Extension
Jul 7, 2025 · A bamboo barrier is installed if containment, not eradication, is the goal. The barrier should be at least 36 inches wide with 8 inches above grade to prevent rhizomes from "walking" over the …
Imazapyr treatment of bamboo risks - Ask Extension
Jul 9, 2025 · Your situation is a recommended use for Imazapyr. It does have a soul residual, which makes it more effective but it can affect non-targeted species. This is a situation where you have to …
Bamboo Spread Onto My Property - Ask Extension
Jun 18, 2025 · Hi- running bamboo species will spread unless removed (i.e., all of the rhizomes 12-18 inches down in the soil) or contained. In 2023, the MD legislature passed a bill "Authorizing the …