Buddha Belly Bamboo 45G

Buddha Belly Bamboo in 45-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL.

Bring bold tropical elegance and architectural intrigue to your garden with our Buddha Belly Bamboo in a 45-gallon pot. This landscape-grade specimen is lush, commanding, and full of character—ideal for those who want immediate impact and a show-stopping plant that doubles as living art.

Famous for its whimsical, swollen canes, Bambusa ventricosa is a clumping, non-invasive bamboo that thrives in South Florida’s heat and humidity. The 45-gallon size offers robust height, full-bodied foliage, and a well-developed root system—perfect for instant privacy, lush screening, or simply showing off.

Care & Growing Info (Perfectly Suited for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Full sun is best for producing the classic “pot-bellied” culms. This bamboo will grow in partial shade too, but bellies may be less pronounced. South Florida’s bright light encourages strong vertical growth with distinctive shape.

• Watering: A 45-gallon pot needs deep, thorough watering 2–4 times a week, especially in dry or windy weather. Bamboo prefers consistently moist (but not soggy) soil. Use your finger to check—if the top inch is dry, it’s time to water.

• Soil: Use a well-draining, loamy soil mix rich in organic matter. In South Florida, amend with compost or coir to help sandy soil hold moisture. Mulch the surface to keep roots cool and hydrated.

• Fertilizer: Feed every 6–8 weeks during the growing season with a balanced or low-nitrogen fertilizer to support lush foliage and maintain the plant’s sculptural shape. Avoid overfeeding to preserve the belly form.

• Growth Habit: Naturally clumping and upright. In a 45-gallon pot, Buddha Belly can reach 15–25 feet tall, depending on conditions. Over time, its culms will thicken and swell, creating that classic stacked look.

• Temperature: Grows beautifully in USDA Zones 9–11. It tolerates South Florida’s year-round warmth and humidity, and withstands brief cold snaps. Protect from frost if temperatures drop below 30°F.

• Maintenance: Low. Prune out older canes at the base for aesthetics and airflow. Thin selectively to emphasize the bold, sculptural trunks. Rotate the pot occasionally for even growth.

• Container Tips: A 45-gallon pot provides ample space for this bamboo to thrive for several years. When it becomes root-bound, divide or root-prune to keep it vigorous and shapely.

Ideal For:

• Large patio containers and modern outdoor design

• Privacy screens with personality

• Tropical entryways and estate gardens

• Zen, Balinese, or Feng Shui-inspired spaces

• Landscape art pieces with movement and charm

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