I'm really stressed out because I recently discovered that the bamboo in my yard has spread to my neighbor's lawn! It started with us noticing some roots and even shoots popping up. We quickly hired a removal company that assured us they would tackle the problem thoroughly by digging under the fence. I wasn't home during the removal, but I thought they handled it well. Fast forward to now, and I see some big roots resurfacing in the neighbor's yard. I'm worried we didn't get it all removed! I'm unsure how to handle this—especially since I'm concerned about the potential costs and the need to do more digging on my neighbor's property. I've been looking for professional help, but I'm not sure who to call or what kind of service to look for since many companies only seem to handle more general garden jobs or aren't trustworthy. Any advice on what to do next would be super appreciated!
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I’ve heard that repeatedly cutting bamboo down can weaken it over time. You might want to give it a shot, but be aware that if the roots are tough, it might take some patience. I have bamboo in my garden too, and while I don’t mind it, I’m always careful about keeping it at bay with pruning.
I’d suggest looking into landscaping companies that specialize in invasive plants, especially those dealing with Japanese knotweed. They usually have the right experience and tools to handle bamboo too. Plus, they can help with any fence repairs after the removal as well as your neighbor's lawn.
Thanks so much for the tip!
If they did remove the main root system, the shoots popping up might just be the last remnants. I’m going through a similar situation and while I expect a few runners to show up, cutting them down should eventually stop them from growing. You could also use glyphosate, which targets the roots effectively without needing to dig up everything.
I've read something similar but my problem is there's nothing left that's easily accessible to cut! The roots seem to be intermingled with the grass!