Hi, June,
The best compost/potting soil to use is a loam-based compost like John Innes 3 (if you are in the UK). Add fertiliser pellets and water-retaining gel at planting. Just keep in mind that this is a vigorous, spreading-type bamboo that will benefit from a large container.
Kathy C
Replied: Tuesday 4th of September 2012 06:11 PM