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Installing Rhizome Barrier

Landscaping with bamboo is environmentally friendly, aesthetically pleasing and well worth the effort. One of the major aspects of landscaping with bamboo is the installation of the rhizome barrier. There are many things to consider and rules to observe to ensure that the Rhizome Barrier installation is safe and successful. Take a look at some of the more important tips for rhizome barrier installations and planting bamboo:

  • Ensure that you know the exact size of the area your rhizome barrier is for and where the bamboo is to be contained. Allow an extra 4 feet of rhizome barrier for overlap
  • When buying your rhizome barrier, make sure it is of a high quality. For the very best rhizome barrier, choose HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) of 40mm or more in thickness
  • For your rhizome barrier, dig a trench deep enough, to have the rhizome barrier only 2-3 inches above ground
  • Make sure that when the rhizome barrier is installed, the ends of the rhizome barrier overlap at least 4 feet and are securely closed
  • Once the rhizome barrier is installed, make sure you maintain  the bamboo year round and look for rhizomes “ jumping” the rhizome barrier.

Whichever way you look at it, installing a rhizome barrier is crucial when it comes to containing your bamboo. Using HDPE ensures that your bamboo containment is efficient. The smooth surface of the rhizome barrier helps contain the growth within the designated area by deflecting the rhizomes. Another great benefit of installing a rhizome barrier is that it helps grow your bamboo without fear of unwanted spreading. This, in turn, can ensure that your rhizome barrier helps with the control of existing bamboo groves.

Once you have dug your trench, the installation of your rhizome installation should be straightforward, if you follow the guidelines above and those that come with the product. When it is complete, your bamboo containing rhizome barrier will be well worth the effort.