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Bamboo for fuel and energy: Another green solution
In an age of fossil fuel dependency and rampant deforestation, bamboo is something of a miracle crop. We use it as an alternative to single-use plastics and pesticide-rich cotton. It even makes a superior building material for everything from furniture to houses. But...
Thorny Bamboo: Bambusa blumeana and others
The bamboo family is filled with spectacular and alluring specimens. Temple Bamboo, Chocolate Bamboo, and Japanese Timber Bamboo are just a few of the more intriguing varieties. And then there's Thorny Bamboo. If you're looking to enhance your Feng Shui, this might...
Bamboo for Japanese Gardens
These days, it seems, we could all use a little more Zen access in our lives. And what better place to enjoy a moment of Zen than in a well-kept Japanese garden? The process of creating and maintaining a Japanese garden can be just as satisfying, if not more so, as...
Growing bamboo in the desert
With the growing popularity of bamboo, people everywhere are looking for more and more places where they can grow their own bamboo. We generally associate bamboo with the Far East, and especially the tropical jungle zones like Thailand, Bali and the Philippines. But...
Bamboo and Rattan: What’s the difference?
The smooth, rounded design, the tropical vibe, the Asian aesthetic. So many reasons to love it. But is it bamboo, or is it rattan? The two plants have a lot in common and plenty of similar benefits. The main difference between bamboo and rattan is that bamboo is a...
Bamboo Pests: Identification and eradication
The strength of bamboo is something legendary. We often compare bamboo to steel, and we know it has been used to create some of the first lightbulbs and airplanes. This woody grass is the fastest-growing plant on earth, with thousands of uses. You can make clothing...