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Bamboo under fir trees?

macuser56 · 2011-06-20 12:45:42

Is it possible to plant bamboo plants under a fir tree? They would be in the shade. At present we can see our neighbors through the trees so would like to cover this and make garden more private. Thanks.

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20-06-2011 1:45pm

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macuser56

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Is it possible to plant bamboo plants under a fir tree? They would be in the shade. At present we can see our neighbors through the trees so would like to cover this and make garden more private.

Thanks.

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#2 20-06-2011 3:22pm
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Generally its hard to get anything to grow under a conifer. If there is grass growing happily it might be worth a try.

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#3 20-06-2011 8:47pm
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I agree with Looksee, underneath a conifer is a very tough environment for most plants - they have to contend with the constant fall of needles and it would be a struggle for any plant to find water and nutrients, due to competition with the conifer's root system and the rain shadow from its canopy.
In effect, the environment is a dark desert!
There is one family of bamboo which is shade tolerant - Fargesia. To give it any chance, you would need to plant it in a raised bed. And you would need to keep it watered.

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