March 29, 2024
by Ananya Jain
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While most lucky bamboo plants are potted, you can personalize yours by choosing your own container. If planting in water, drainage isn't necessary, but for soil, ensure your pot has proper drainage.?
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Lucky bamboos are resilient indoor plants, but they prefer indirect sunlight. Put your potted plant in a spot with plenty of bright, indirect sunlight, and maintain a temperature between 60¡ãF (16¡ãC) and 75¡ãF.
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Regardless of whether your plant is in soil or water, it will require fresh water approximately once a week. However, avoid overwatering, as lucky bamboo doesn't need much to flourish.?
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When planting several stalks together, using a ribbon or wire can keep them in place, particularly in water where they may shift among the pebbles.?
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It's better to use fertilizer sparingly; excessive amounts can harm your plant. For soil-grown plants, opt for manure or compost. For water-grown plants, a few drops of water-soluble fertilizer will do.
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To encourage your lucky bamboo to curl, create a makeshift tunnel using a cardboard box. Position it with the open end facing the light source.?
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To trim yellowed leaf tips, sanitize a pair of pruning shears or scissors with rubbing alcohol or vinegar. Carefully cut following the leaf's natural curve.
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If your bamboo plant is growing to big, repot it to another plant.?
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