Skip to main content
Customize by ZIP Code

User account menu

  • Help Center
Menu Search
Home Home
Roundup

Main Navigation (US)

  • Products

    • Landscape Weeds

    • Driveway & Patio Weeds

    • Lawn Weeds & Bugs

    • Poison Ivy & Tough Brush

    • Concentrates

    • Refills

  • Product Picker

  • Weeding Wisely

    • Learning the Basics

    • Using Products Properly

    • Specific Weeds

    • Learning the Basics

    • Using Products Properly

    • Specific Weeds

    • General Weeding

    • Landscape Projects

  • Help Center

    • Email Us

    • Site Map

    • Terms & Conditions

    • About Us

Search

Free shipping on all orders over $35!

weeding wisely banner

Specific Weeds

How to Get Rid of Bamboo in Your Landscape

3 steps to stop bamboo from running wild.

Bamboo Trees growing in a lawn.
 Illustration of bamboo.

WHAT IS BAMBOO?

Bamboo can be a beautiful plant. But left uncontrolled, it can become an invasive problem. Even though the hollow grass only produces seeds every 7–12 years, its rhizomes spread far and wide. These tough, underground stems can even withstand some herbicides and most environmental elements. So, when it comes to dealing with bamboo, sometimes you need to be aggressive.

CLUMPING VS RUNNING BAMBOO

Clumping bamboo varieties are the good guys. This type of bamboo grows outward from its center and typically stays in one spot. 
 
Running bamboo is what you need to watch out for. This type spreads via underground stems, called rhizomes, to quickly multiply throughout your landscape. Since all the shoots are connected underground as one plant, it can be very difficult to remove.

BAMBOOZLE YOUR BAMBOO: 3 STEPS TO STOP IT

Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Super Concentrate
  1. Hand-pull the bamboo

    Pull out as many shoots, roots, and rhizomes as possible. For bamboo plants that are particularly pesky, cut the canes as close to the ground as you can.

  2. Bring in back-up

    Cut larger plants just below the stem joints. Then, pour one tablespoon of undiluted Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Super Concentrate into the hollow reservoir. Bam! The canes will start turning brown in 7–14 days.

  3. Follow up frequently

    Keep an eye on the infested areas and treat any foliage that starts to grow back. It also helps to keep the area freshly mowed. Eradication may take several years of diligent effort, but don’t worry. You got this.

KEEP IT FENCED IN

If you keep bamboo in your landscaping, remember that it can take over your yard and is extremely hard to remove. Fortunately, a simple barrier is all it takes to prevent it from spreading. Just push 20-inch pressure-treated wood boards into the ground around your plant, with about 2 inches protruding from the ground. Then, remove any rhizomes that start to grow outside the barrier.
 
If you’re thinking about adding bamboo to your outdoor space, always purchase clumping varieties of bamboo. Many cities ban non-clumping types, so be sure to check with yours before proceeding.

Packshot
Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Super Concentrate
Learn More

Related Articles

Whether you are just starting out, maintaining or troubleshooting, you'll find advice and answers here for all your weed control needs.

Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Products Control over 200 species of weeds.
Related Article
What Do Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Products Control?

We know of over 200 types of weeds and grasses that our products can help you handle.

Learn More
Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate sitting on a patio.
Related Article
How Do I Use Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate Products?

Roundup® Weed & Grass Killer concentrates are your best friend when it comes to treating large areas. 

Learn More
2022-06-30
2022-06-30
Roundup
85
77
/en-us/library/specific-weeds/what-bamboo-and-how-do-i-control-it
https://www.roundup.com/sites/g/files/oydgjc121/files/styles/large/public/asset_images/templateFramework/images/microSites/RUP/weedingwisely/article_assets/feature/43700013.jpg?itok=DiqZ3Y5I

Social Media

  • Youtube

Footer menu

  • Check Order Status
  • Return Policy
  • General Conditions of Use
  • Privacy Statement
  • Contact Us
  • Site Map
  • The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
  • Investor Relations
  • Our Brands
  • Careers
  • Responsible Bug Disclosure Program

For the US:  ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. Not all products are registered for use in all states and may be subject to use restrictions. Roundup® Max Control 365 products are not registered for sale or use in New York. Roundup and Design® and Roundup® are registered trademarks of Bayer Group. ©2022 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

For CA:  *Consumer Guarantee: If for any reason you are not satisfied after using this product, simply send us the original proof of purchase and we will refund the purchase price.

ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. Roundup®, Roundup Advanced® and Pump 'N Go® are registered trademarks of Bayer Group. ©2022 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.