Do I Need a Barrier for Clumping Bamboo?

Clumping Bamboo. Running bamboo can produce root shoots up to 40 feet in just a single season. ... For this reason, if planting clumping bamboo near a important structure or very sensitive area of the landscape, a barrier of 100 mil thickness is strongly recommended.

Does clump bamboo spread?

Clumping bamboos spread much more slowly than running types, which I'm sure is what the neighbors are thinking of when they hear the word "bamboo." The introduction to the genus suggests these species spread 4 to 6 feet per year. They are specifically used as privacy barriers.

How do you grow clumping bamboo for privacy?

You want to dig a hole about twice the size of the root ball. When you plant the bamboo amend your soil with composted manure and a good top soil. Bamboo can be planted at ground level or slightly deeper. It is not a picky about it conditions but this will help get it off to a good start.