Frequently, the underlying rock is actually fractured enough that plant roots can penetrate and access deeper moisture. While I am not familiar with your area, perhaps this is the case for you.NobeyamaGP wrote:I have about 12-18" of somewhat rocky soil with occasional coal chunks and underneath that is what seems to be solid rock.
My hope is that since the rhizomes are generally shallow growing, my bamboo will be ok. Does anyone have any experience with this sort of situation?
If your property supports large trees, that is a good sign that your soil can also support healthy bamboo growth. Sometimes, if you dig around a bit, you will find that there are better pockets of soil here and there.