Oct 14, 2020 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species
We tend to associate bamboo with tropical jungles and warmer climates. But there’s actually an enormous variety of bamboo species, more than 1,200 in all, and many of them are native to more temperate latitudes and higher elevations. So even if you’re...
Oct 9, 2020 | Bamboo Products, Natural Fibers
As you may already know, bamboo is a pretty big deal. And it just got bigger. A lot bigger. With more than 1,000 known species, bamboos can vary from the size of a pencil to the stature of a skyscraper. Likewise, those who enjoy the comfort of a buttery soft bamboo...
Oct 5, 2020 | Bamboo Products, Green Living, Natural Fibers
The more I learn about bamboo, the more reasons I discover for loving it. It adds a sense of elegance and tranquility to the garden. It withstands the brunt of the elements and tolerates the neglect of an absentminded gardener. Bamboo also provides a marvelous...
Oct 2, 2020 | Bambu Batu, San Luis Obispo
NOTE: The article first appeared in October 2015. The city suspended Art After Dark in 2020 during the Pandemic, and Bambu Batu closed before the event was reinstated in 2021. This week marks the fifth anniversary of what has become something of an institution here at...
Sep 30, 2020 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Products
Building with bamboo is fun, cheap and easy. Bamboo grows faster than anything on earth, with a tensile strength comparable to steel. But unlike steel, it can rot, crack and grow mold. That is, if you’re not careful. So is it necessary to treat or season your...
