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Using a Soil Sifter for Bamboo Removal: A Tree Surgeon’s Guide

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Bamboo can be a stubborn, invasive plant to remove, and as a tree surgeon, I’ve seen how it can wreak havoc in gardens. Its underground rhizomes spread quickly, creating dense networks that make complete removal challenging.

While digging out bamboo roots may seem like a straightforward approach, there’s a tool that can significantly ease the process: the soil sifter.

Image of our new Soil Sifter to remove all the bamboo roots from a bamboo removal job

Our new Soil Sifter that we used to remove all the bamboo roots from a bamboo removal job.

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A soil sifter, or soil screen, is a simple device that separates soil from the tangled roots and rhizomes of bamboo. This tool allows us to sift through the soil, filtering out small pieces of rhizome that, if left behind, could lead to bamboo re-establishing itself.

Sifting is particularly beneficial if you want to save and reuse the soil without risking another bamboo outbreak.

After preparing the ground we put the dug-up soil and root material into the sifter. The soil falls through, while roots and larger debris stay on top. It’s important to be thorough at this point – even tiny rhizome fragments can regenerate if given a chance.

Image of the results of our new Soil Sifter used to remove all the bamboo roots from a bamboo removal job

The result after we used the Soil Sifter to remove all the bamboo roots from the bamboo removal job.

Photograph by MG Tree Surgery Cambridge

The benefits of using a soil sifter go beyond bamboo removal. It’s also an environmentally friendly choice, allowing you to reuse soil rather than replacing it.

In my experience, a soil sifter makes bamboo removal more efficient, less labour-intensive, and far more effective in ensuring this persistent plant doesn’t return. For the removal of stubborn bamboo, this tool can be a game-changer.

With bamboo removal, seeking professional assistance may be the wisest course of action. At MG Tree Surgery Cambridge, we have the expertise and specialized equipment needed to tackle even the most stubborn bamboo infestations.

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