FLA-bamboo shoots-+_ 5' tall, topped w/white plume growth?? is plume seed pods?
Bamboo flowers don't look much like a typical flower. They will only bloom once in a 50 year time period. It is possible that it is a flower, which will lead to seeds. If it blooms more often, then I would say it might be something else that looks similar to bamboo.
I have had this bamboo plant for years... always watered it once a week and kept it by the window... it’s always been flourishing until now... how Can I save my dear friend!
That container seems very small for such a large plant. I would recommend replanting, and cutting off an inch or two of the bottom of the root mass before replanting. This should solve your issue.
This article will give you more information on the care of bamboo: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/bamboo/growing-bamboo-in-pots.htm
The leaves have a white powdery substance on then that is killing the leaves and one of the stems. They are definitly turning yellow. I have three plants and it is only affecting my favorite curvy branch plant.
Your plant most likely has powdery mildew, a common fungal disease. Separate the affected plant from the other two plants to prevent the fungus from spreading, and wash your hands and any tools after touching the diseased plant. Please see these articles for control options:
http://mgorange.ucanr.edu/Weeds_Pests/?ds=546&uid=19
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/powdery-mildew-treatment.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/powdery-mildew-homemade-and-organic-remedies.htm
When to sow bamboo seeds and transplant?
This, completely, depends on your location. You can start them indoors at any time, But I would transplant when there is no chance of frost in your area.
This article will help on the care of bamboo: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/bamboo/caring-for-bamboo-plants-in-your-garden.htm
I bought this a year ago and it came in a vase with water beads, I want to transplant this in a container. Is this possible and how do I know if this is the running type? I would like it to grow around my entire yard. Thank you
I would need a picture to see if it was actually bamboo, or dracaena. This is often sold as "lucky bamboo". This will not survive outdoors unless you are in a warmer climate. Bamboo can be grown in cooler weather, however. Can you include a photo so that I may see what it is?
Looking for the largest growing clumping bamboo for zone 7
This article will give you the best selections from your area: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-7/bamboo-for-zone-7.htm
My bamboo plant has been doing really well. It was not in direct sunlight and was getting enough water. I noticed the other day the stem is yellow! But at the bottom is still green and the top! I have included pictures. Wondering if I should cut off the yellow part and keep the top in water?
Try using bottled, or unchlorinated water with a drop of liquid fertilizer. It is likely becoming sensitive to the chlorine, and if you use a water softener, then this will kill it as well. Make these changes, and if it still does not respond, then you will want to transplant into soil. You will want this to recover, as it will not likely regrow if it is cut.