What are the cultivation methods and precautions for lucky bamboo?

How to cultivate transfer bamboo

The lucky bamboo is an ornamental foliage plant of the Agavaceae family and the Dracaena genus. It can be propagated by seedlings and cuttings. The plant likes shade, humidity and high temperature. It is resistant to waterlogging, fertilizer and cold. It likes semi-shade and is suitable for growing in well-drained sandy soil or semi-mud and alluvial clay.

The cultivation of transfer bamboo requires a growth temperature of 16-25℃, which is suitable for its growth. Do not provide too much water, just 1/3 or 2/3 of the bottle. Common diseases include stem rot and leaf spot, which should be sprayed with medicine in time when discovered.

Watering method

When caring for the lucky bamboo, you only need to add water, no need to change the water. When the weather is dry, you should spray more water on the leaves.

Fertilization method

Lucky bamboo is generally fertilized once a month. The amount of fertilizer should not be too large. Appropriate amount of fertilizer can make the leaves greener and the growth more stretched.

Pruning methods

Generally, lucky bamboo rarely needs pruning, but their shapes vary in various ways, such as columnar, jungle bonsai, etc.

Things to note when cultivating transfer bamboo

Do not place the lucky bamboo in a cold and shady place for maintenance. Warmth measures should be taken when the temperature is too low. In winter, it is best to place the lucky bamboo on a balcony or windowsill to ensure sufficient light.

The most common disease and pest of bamboo is stem rot, which usually occurs in a high temperature environment and will harm the leaves and stems of the plant. Once discovered, the diseased plants should be removed and burned in time, and a solution mixed with chlorpyrifos powder should be used for spraying for prevention and control.