Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Benefits Derived From Blue Henon Bamboo Tree

By Mattie Knight


There is increased need for beautification of the environment as many companies and entities call for the need to make the environment green. The world has been depleted a lot by human activities such as logging and large scale production to a point that it is necessary for reforestation. Blue henon bamboo tree is one among the solutions that many people opt for due to the many benefits its offers.

The family in which the plant belongs is called phyllostachys nigra. Major defining characteristics are height and aggressiveness. A typical, full grown plant can stand as high as thirty feet. Aging leads to a change in the normal green color to sky-blue coloration. The change starts at the nodes when a gray wax-like dust starts being deposited at the nodes. The name transformation in color of the poles is partly responsible for the name.

The bamboo poles vary in diameter, but can reach up to six inches in diameter. Such a diameter provides good material for the construction of furniture in many countries. Besides this benefit, the plant also offers several other benefits that makes it attractive to many people. First, it is very easy to plant and care for. The plant is resistant to both frost and drought, which means that one has little to worry about during harsh weather.

Blue henon bamboo plant also has very green leaves, which make it very attractive when planted in the garden. It gives a green touch to the garden that is very hard to match, especially with the many benefits that accompany it. Mature ones give a very nice shade and a sense of privacy to people and animals. When planted along the fence, the may offer security in addition to privacy.

Another benefit of this species of bamboo is that people have a wide variety of species to choose from. Different species have different characteristics that make them suitable for different functions and settings. This feature is usually hard to get in other kinds of trees. People who are trying plants for the first time can find them very good because they are low-maintenance.

There are specific growing conditions that make growth optimal. These conditions should be achieved to avoid retardation in the tree. First, plenty of direct sunshine must be ensured most times of the day. It fastens growth and ensures health. The moisture content of the soil must also be high, especially within a few weeks of planting. Acidity of the soil should be moderate while fertility must be high.

Young trees are usually very small, but they grow huge over time. As such, one must plan the space properly keeping in mind that the tree will grow big and produce other plants at its base. However, one can control how many young plants grow at the base by uprooting those that are not wanted.

The current market has several service companies that produce the trees. One can place an order any time they want and specify the size, age, and variety among other features they want in the plant. Most sellers give discount when a buyer buys in bulk although that is not true for all sellers. However, when one asks for tips on planting and caring, most companies are usually happy to help.




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