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Growing bamboo for profit: Green gold
Bamboo is huge. It grows like mad, faster than any plant on earth, and you can make almost anything with it. The demand for bamboo has never been greater. And we think that's a good thing. Because in terms of sustainability, bamboo outstrips all the competition. It...
9 Rare and unusual bamboo varieties
The more you learn about bamboo, the more you come to realize how little you know about bamboo. Like the game of chess, it doesn't take long to get acquainted, but it can require a lifetime to master. And unlike the sprawling series of Star Wars films available on...
Bamboo Cookies for high times and low carbs
Every day it feels like there's another revelation from the scientific community about the impending doom of climate change. And every day I get up on my soapbox to promote bamboo as an antidote to deforestation, an alternative to disposable plastics, and a remedy for...
12 Common Questions about Bamboo: Ask the experts
The world of bamboo is vast and fascinating. With so many varieties, so many uses, and so much to know about this remarkable plant, we never seem to run out of questions, as well as myths and misconceptions. So let's cut to the chase and answer 12 of the most common...
Giant Bamboo: Massive grasses
So you have yourself a nice piece of land, with ample sunshine and adequate rainfall. And you're finally ready to plant some bamboo. But not just any bamboo. Not the Little League stuff. You've got the space for it, and you want to grow Giant Bamboo! But which species...
What is lucky bamboo?
Back when I was running a bamboo boutique, this would happen two or three times a week. A customer walks into the store with a look of determination on his or her face and asks if we sell any "actual bamboo". Now, I have a thorough appreciation for a customer who...