Lucky Bamboo and Yellow Stalks
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my stalks are yellowing from roots on up .What is the deal?
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August 14th, 2007 at 7:57 am
Diana,
I assume your question refers to lucky bamboo stalks. Yellowing stalks on lucky bamboo are usually a result of over fertilization. Change the water (use distilled water) and check the roots for root rot. You may need to cut the stalk above the yellow and start over.