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Compost        Paul recommends a peat-based compost in glazed pots because, although bamboos have a high demand for water, they will not tolerate waterlogging. His standard nursery mixture is 85 percent compost, 10 percent composted bark and 5 percent grit. Grit improves drainage and gives extra weight, helping pot stability. In a porous terracotta pot, soil-based John Innes composts can be used. Water storage granules and slow-release fertilisers can be added to the compost although regular liquid feeding is still recommended to keep plants looking their freshest.

 

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