lots of plants’ lover ask us ” how is lucky bamboo watering?” Many people who don’t have a green thumb, after a while will see that their bamboo is struggling with different problems. The first problem in this plant is the yellowing of the bamboo leaves , the main cause of this plant is improper watering. In the following, we have explained all the points and you need to know about lucky bamboo watering
Can bamboo grow in water?
Bamboo plant can be kept both in water and in light soil, but most people keep this plant in water because it is easier to control the conditions for the plant in water. Bamboos should not be watered with salty water or water containing chlorine and many minerals . Placing bamboo in the soil increases the chance that the soil will become saline, damaging your bamboo. So when you keep this plant inside the soil, you should check the soil every once in a while and add substances to the soil so that the salinity level of the soil does not increase. Also, you can easily keep your bamboo in a container with some pebbles to support the plant and water that reaches the roots.
How to keep a lucky bamboo plant in a water pot?
One of the most common ways to keep bamboo in an apartment is to care for it in a pot of water or in water; Because, this plant has a better relationship with humidity and can tolerate high humidity well, but on the contrary, it does not like drying out. Interestingly, bamboo is native to areas with a lot of rainfall. Therefore high humidity is very useful for it. But you should be careful not to use any water for watering and keeping bamboo because, over time, the use of inappropriate water will cause many problems and diseases in your plant.
interestingly luck bamboo is one the feng shui plants for wealth that can bring wealth and luck; that’s way they are called “LUCKY” bamboo. in the feng shui keeping lucky bamboo in a water pot is recommended.
What is the best water for keeping bamboo?
Choosing a pot and keeping it clean can guarantee your plant’s health. But besides this, the quality of the water you pour into the pot to put the bamboo in (when you keep the bamboo in the water) is very important.
The most basic features that suitable water for bamboo should have, is the water that is free of bacteria, chlorine and fluoride. This question may arise for you, how should we provide this water? The answer is very simple; you just need to boil the water one day before changing or watering your plant and put it in a container so that it is at the same temperature as the plant’s environment for 24 hours. Then use the same water for watering or changing bamboo water. The important point in watering lucky bamboo is that you should pour enough water into the container so that only the roots are in the water.
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important points about the the best time lucky bamboo watering
watering method In the following, we will check the points that you should pay attention to when to water lucky bamboo:
- If your bamboo is in the soil, water it so the soil is always moist, not wet (wetness will cause root rot).
- If you keep bamboo in water, changing the water every week will help keep the plant healthier.
- Be sure to wash the plant container when changing the water to reduce possible diseases.
- Pay attention to the appearance of the plant during watering. Do not water the plant in case of wilting, and look for the cause.
- If you don’t want to change the pot with less water, pay attention to the roots.
Important points on checking when to water lucky bamboo
- The roots of a healthy bamboo should be red.
- Also, if you notice the foul smell of the water in the pot, change the water in the pot.
- If you use tap water for irrigation, pour it into a container and keep it for 24 hours. This period will cause the chlorine in the water to disappear.
Can salty water be used for lucky bamboo watering ?
I suggest never use water with high salts for lucky bamboo; bamboos are very sensitive to improper water. This can cause brown spots on the bamboo or tiny white spots in the water or even kill your plant. It is better to use bottled or distilled water for irrigation. Remember that for bamboo placed in water; it is better to use weak fertilizers for bamboo once a month.
Next, we will check the watering of lucky bamboo in water and soil step by step.
How to water lucky bamboo which is planted in soil
Note that you should choose light soil for this plant and follow the steps below to water lucky bamboo. It is better to water every two days to keep the soil moist. Pour boiled and cooled tap water, bottled or distilled water into the spray container and then keep the soil and bamboo leaves moist by spraying; in this case, the plant will not dry out.
Check the soil for re-watering
To re-water the bamboo, it is better to check the soil using a wooden stick, hand, or hygrometer sensor. If it is dry to the size of a finger, start watering, and remove excess water from under the pot after watering.
Make sure the soil has good drainage
Water remaining on the surface of the soil for more than 3 minutes shows that the soil does not have good drainage, and you must replace the soil; the improper drainage of the soil in the pot will eventually cause the roots of the plant to rot. Be sure to make several holes in the bottom of the pot when buying and changing the pot.
Important tips for keeping bamboo in water
When you keep bamboo in water, follow the following steps.
Be sure to check that the root of the plant is always under water
This plant is sensitive to a lack of water, and if it remains without water for a day, it will cause the plant to dry. Check every day that the roots and the upper part of the plant are in the water.
Be sure to add water to the bamboo pot
every few days, add water to the bamboo pot if the water is low. Note that do not use tap water directly to add water. Finally, put the water in an environment for 24 hours to remove the chlorine.
Change the bamboo water every two weeks
The best time to change the bamboo water is when the colour of the water has changed a little, but usually every 2 weeks, you should completely change the water in the bamboo container, so there are no problems with the plant. Be sure to wash the container and the pot and then transfer the plant to it.
Does lucky bamboo only grow in water?
You can keep bamboo both in soil and in water. If you grow the plant in water, purified or distilled water is the best option for keeping this plant. (Tap water may contain chemicals that can burn the stems)
Does bamboo grow better in water or soil?
For the plant, it does not matter whether it is in water or soil, but the soil must be moist. If your plant is in a pot and you see its leaves turning yellow, it indicates that the pot is shrinking.
How long can lucky bamboo stay in the water?
Bamboo grown in water can live for about one to two years. For longer life, transplant your bamboo into soil that can last for several years.
Bamboo care tips
To properly maintain bamboo, pay attention to the following points:
1) Do not keep bamboo in direct light.
2) Avoid exposing bamboo to wind and cold or near heat sources.
3) Do not let the water in the pot run out. So always cover the roots with water.
4) Avoid pouring too much water into the pot. It is enough for the water to cover the roots.
5) Use proper and pure water.
6) Do not allow dust to sit on the leaves. This plant breathes through the leaves, so clean the leaves regularly with a wet brush or towel.
7) By placing a few fighter fish, goldfish or zebra, you no longer need to give fertilizer to the plant. Because fish feces contain nitrogen and minerals that help plant growth
8) prevent damaged leaves from falling into the pot’s water; when the leaves fall into the water, the bacteria is transferred to the water. If this happens, change the water in the pot.
In this post, we tried to present all the items for lucky bamboo in water. If you have any questions or problems regarding bamboo maintenance, please post them in the comment section.