Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer
Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer

Bamboo Special 13-5-11 High Nitrogen Slow Release Fertilizer

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  • We currently ship bamboo plants only to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Texas.
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12 Month Bamboo Special: The Easiest Way to Grow Thriving, Lush Bamboo

Imagine stepping into your backyard and being surrounded by a wall of vibrant, green bamboo. No gaps. No struggling plants. Just a thick, healthy privacy screen swaying in the breeze.

With Real Growers Bamboo Special, this dream becomes reality. This professional-grade, slow-release fertilizer delivers the perfect balance of nutrients to fuel fast, dense growth — with just one easy application per year.

Why Your Bamboo Needs Bamboo Special

Many people believe bamboo grows fine on its own. And sure, it will survive. But will it thrive? Not without the right nutrition. Without a steady, year-round supply of nutrients, bamboo can grow thin, weak, and slow.

Some try using generic fertilizers, but those dissolve too quickly, washing away before the plants can fully absorb them. Others think adding more fertilizer speeds up growth, only to accidentally burn their plants with excess nutrients.

And what about slow-release fertilizers? Some contain microplastics that pollute the soil. Bamboo Special is different.

The Smart Solution for Stronger, Healthier Bamboo

Real Growers Bamboo Special is not your average fertilizer. This 12-month, slow-release formula is scientifically designed to give your bamboo exactly what it needs, exactly when it needs it—without waste, runoff, or constant reapplication.

A Single Application Feeds for a Full Year — No more complicated feeding schedules or constant fertilizing.

13-5-11 Professional NPK Formula — Optimized for bamboo’s rapid leafy growth and strong root development.

Biodegradable Coating — Slowly releases nutrients over time, preventing runoff and keeping waterways safe.

No Microplastics — The polymer coating naturally breaks down into carbon and water, leaving zero residue in your soil.

Trusted by Top Bamboo Nurseries — Used by professionals, now available for home growers who want the best results.

Works in All Weather Conditions — Rain or shine, your bamboo gets the nutrients it needs.

More Than Just Growth: Unexpected Benefits

Beyond making your bamboo grow thicker, faster, and stronger, Bamboo Special offers benefits you might not have even considered:

Boosts Overall Soil Health — Retains nutrients and organic matter, creating better growing conditions.

Less Weeding, More Growing — Unlike fast-release fertilizers that feed weeds, Bamboo Special keeps nutrients focused where they belong.

Skip the Summer Heat — Apply in cooler months and let Bamboo Special do the work while you relax all summer long.

Safe for Pets & Wildlife — Environmentally friendly and free from harmful chemicals.

How to Use Bamboo Special

One of the best parts? It’s unbelievably easy to use.

Step 1: Measure the Right Amount

For Potted Bamboo:

  • 1-gallon pots → 3-6 tablespoons per year.
  • 3-gallon pots → 5-12 tablespoons per year.

For In-Ground Bamboo:

  • Newly planted → 1 lb per plant per year.
  • Second-year growth → 2 lbs per plant per year.
  • Mature plants → 3 lbs per year for strong, healthy maintenance.

Step 2: Apply Once a Year

Simply sprinkle the measured fertilizer evenly around the base of the bamboo. There’s no need to mix it into the soil — rain and watering will naturally release the nutrients over time.

Step 3: Let It Work Its Magic

That’s it. You’re done for the year. No reapplying, no constant upkeep —just watch your bamboo flourish.

The Transformation: Life with Bamboo Special vs. Without It

With Bamboo Special: Your bamboo grows fast, thick, and vibrant. In just a few months, your privacy screen is lush and full, providing natural beauty and seclusion. Best of all, you didn’t have to constantly fertilize or worry about runoff. Your backyard is now an oasis — a low-maintenance paradise that practically takes care of itself.

Without Bamboo Special: Growth is slow and patchy. Instead of a dense privacy screen, you’re left with thin stalks and yellowing leaves. Other fertilizers wash away too quickly, requiring frequent reapplications that take up time and effort. You wait years for your bamboo to fill in — if it ever does.

The Smart Choice for Serious Bamboo Growers

Whether you’re a homeowner looking to grow a lush backyard escape, a landscaper aiming for picture-perfect bamboo, or someone who just wants a low-maintenance, eco-friendly solution, Real Growers Bamboo Special is the answer.

Apply it once. Let your bamboo thrive. Relax.

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Planting Bamboo Successfully

Planting bamboo is simple and usually takes only a few minutes. Our plants ship in well-rooted containers, so installation requires minimal digging and they establish quickly.

Start by digging a hole slightly larger than the root ball and loosening the surrounding soil so roots can expand easily.

Mix compost or organic material into the soil if available. Bamboo prefers soil that holds moisture while still draining well.

Set the plant at the same depth it was growing in the container, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly. Keep the root ball consistently moist for the first few weeks while the plant establishes.

With proper watering and nutrition, bamboo establishes quickly and begins filling in as the root system expands.

Feed Your Bamboo for Stronger, Fuller Growth

If your bamboo hedge looks thin, slow to fill in, or uneven, the issue is usually nutrition. Bamboo grows best when it receives steady feeding and healthy soil conditions.

Our Bamboo Care Bundle combines a slow-release fertilizer with Recharge, a microbial soil conditioner that helps roots absorb nutrients more efficiently.

Together they support thicker canes, greener foliage, and faster fill-in for privacy screens.

  • One annual fertilizer feeding
  • Weekly soil support with Recharge
  • Designed specifically for bamboo

View Bamboo Care Bundles →

FAQs

All bamboo plants we sell are clumping bamboo, not running bamboo.

Clumping bamboo grows outward slowly from the base and does not send invasive runners through the yard.

To ensure that your bamboo plants arrive in good health and have the best environment for success, we only ship to: AL FL GA LA MS SC TX

  • UPS Ground (1-2 day shipping).
  • All plants are shipped in an (8 in. x 8 in. x 40 in.) shipping box.
  • Each plant weighs approximately 18 lbs.
  • All orders are shipped Monday – Thursday each week.
  • Order tracking numbers are provided via e-mail once the order has been shipped.

Plants are shipped in containers and are well-rooted and established.

Actual height can vary by variety and season, but each plant is ready to establish quickly once planted.

Bamboo is one of the fastest establishing landscape plants once roots are established.

Growth speed depends on climate, watering, and soil conditions, but plants typically begin filling in quickly after planting.

Yes. Many clumping bamboo varieties grow very well in large pots or planters.

Container bamboo works well for patios, pool areas, and decorative screens.


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