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Bamboo in Rwanda: African oasis
Special thanks to Andati Morris, founder of AgroBamboo, who contributed this article. A small, landlocked country in central Africa, Rwanda has suffered from waves of political and social unrest. But conditions have improved dramatically since the turn of the century....
Indocalamus latifolius: compact, slender, solid bamboo
When it comes to selecting the right species of bamboo for your garden, there are several criteria you might consider. First and foremost, the variety must be suitable for your climate. Then, many gardeners will want to decide between a running or a clumping bamboo....
Bamboo and Community in Uganda: Okere City
We can argue about whether or not bamboo can really save the planet. Not surprisingly, I'm optimistic that it can. But at the same time, I try to maintain realistic expectations about bamboo's full potential. Turning to Africa, which sits at the forefront of the...
When bamboo leaves turn yellow or brown
Bamboo plants are pretty easy to grow. In fact, some people think that bamboo grows too easily, and they have a hard time removing it. But as with any plant, you can run into problems. Sometimes the bamboo just doesn't look 100 percent happy. One of the most common...
How to Choose the Best Bamboos
By now you've probably heard a thing or two about the many virtues of bamboo: its versatility, its sustainability, and its indispensability. And you've no doubt admired its beauty, as it flourishes among pagodas in Japanese gardens, on the patios of Thai restaurants...
Bamboo in the breeze: Whispering Winds Bamboo Cooperative
Planting and harvesting bamboo is not only good for the environment, but it can also bring great benefits to the community that supports its cultivation. Peruse our website and you can find examples of this from all around the world. In Malawi, they plant bamboo to...