Will Clumping 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.

Is clumping bamboo invasive?

Clumping bamboos have a much more compact root system, with pachymorph or sympodial rhizomes. These U-shaped rhizomes tend to grow upward instead of outward, resulting in a well-contained and non-invasive bamboo plant.

How do you keep clumping bamboo from spreading?

How do I keep bamboo from spreading? The most effective way to keep bamboo plants from spreading is to install a subsurface barrier. To be useful for long term containment, the boundary should be made of HDPE (High-density polyethylene) and should be installed around the planting area.