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  1. What herbicidesdo you recommend to kill/ control Bamboo? #850431

    Sep 18, 2023 · As noted, this is a large plot of established mature bamboo that will require specialized equipment and repeated treatments to bring it under control. You might want to consider hiring a …

  2. Bamboo control - Ask Extension

    Jun 6, 2025 · Bamboo is a type of grass so constant mowing with your mower set to its lowest setting will help to keep if from spreading. If you want to get rid of the mature bamboo that is on your …

  3. How to kill bamboo - Ask Extension

    Jun 12, 2013 · Another resource told me that constant cutting back of the bamboo over a couple of years would also kill the roots due to lack of photosynthesis. Do you have any suggestions on how to …

  4. Whether to Grow Bamboo in Minnesota - Ask Extension

    May 11, 2025 · Should bamboo (not knotweed) be grown in Minnesota? I have a neighbor saying they plan to grow bamboo as a privacy screen between their property and another neighbor’s. Knowing …

  5. How to kill bamboo? - Ask Extension

    Aug 30, 2022 · How to kill bamboo using Glyphosate. I was told you cut off each stalk about 8” to 1’ above ground and then use eye dropper to fill the inside tubular cavity of the cut stalk with …

  6. Hello, My clumping bamboo… looks horrible after the storm. For the …

    Apr 9, 2024 · Bamboo: Clumping bamboo is less hardy than running bamboo, and needs protection to prevent the foliage damage you have. The cold and ice we experienced in January impacted many …

  7. Bamboo - Ask Extension

    Feb 27, 2023 · Hello Jean, There are not many options for bamboo removal that don't rely on systemic (plant-absorbed) herbicides to more quickly and effectively kill the plant's roots. Even these …

  8. Bamboo Going to Seed - Ask Extension

    May 29, 2022 · Our large stand of bamboo is making seed heads. We do not know the variety, had always thought is was a mix with some yellow wood and some black. We aren't sure how old this …

  9. Imazapyr treatment of bamboo risks - Ask Extension

    Jul 9, 2025 · Your situation is a recommended use for Imazapyr. It does have a soul residual, which makes it more effective but it can affect non-targeted species. This is a situation where you have to …

  10. Bamboo Spread Onto My Property - Ask Extension

    Jun 18, 2025 · Hi- running bamboo species will spread unless removed (i.e., all of the rhizomes 12-18 inches down in the soil) or contained. In 2023, the MD legislature passed a bill "Authorizing the …