Aug 11, 2021 | Alternative Lifestyle, Eastern Philosophy
Anyone who spends more than a few minutes in my presence will eventually hear me singing the praises of bamboo as a wonder crop, a miracle resource, and a glorious addition to the garden. If you’re lucky enough to attend one of my bamboo workshops, you can...
Aug 9, 2021 | Green Living
Because of my fervent interest and broad knowledge regarding the subject of bamboo, I’ve actually had a few people ask me if I’m a distant relative of the Giant Panda Bear. In fact, despite my love of bamboo, there are no pandas among my recent ancestors....
Aug 4, 2021 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species, Worldwide
The U.S. state of Georgia is about as deep as you can go in the Deep South. It’s famous for peaches and peanut farms, as well as Martin Luther King Jr. and General Sherman’s infamous March to the Sea. There may be a few other associations you have with the...
Jul 26, 2021 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species
The realm of bamboo is vast and varied. With more than 1,400 species to keep track of, it can take some serious time and energy to wrap your head around it. You don’t need to become an expert before your plant your first bamboo in the ground, but there are some...
Jul 21, 2021 | Bamboo Industry, Bamboo Products, Natural Fibers
We’ve often heard it said—and sometimes I’ve said it myself—that bamboo has hundreds or thousands of practical uses. In fact, I’ve never stopped to add them all up, but my intuition tells me it’s true. And having operated an all-bamboo boutique...
