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Why is bamboo hollow?
Bamboo is a remarkable plant that is both attractive and useful. I like working and crafting with it because it's strong and lightweight. And if you've ever sawed through a bamboo pole to make something as simple as a garden stake or a curtain rod, you probably felt...
Bamboo product lines for eco-boutiques
Are you thinking about opening a bamboo store or a natural fiber eco-boutique? Or maybe you already have an alternative, natural product shop, and you're looking to add some new merchandise? Given bamboo's growing popularity, this would be a great time to stock your...
Best bamboo tank tops: And they’re NOT made in China
Summertime is here and we're all trying to stay cool. That means the lighter your wardrobe, the happier you're going to be. So grab your favorite tank top and feel that wind beneath your wings! When it's comfort you're after, there's nothing better than bamboo. Now...
Pros and Cons of planting bamboo
The decision to plant bamboo is not something to be taken lightly. Some people love it and some people hate it. But before you jump to any irrational conclusions, let's consider all the pros and cons of planting bamboo. Bamboo is without a doubt one of the most...
Regulating runners: Is bamboo illegal?
There's a malicious rumor going around certain corners of the internet, and I'd like to put an end to it right now. In fact, there is NOT a wave of legislation sweeping across the country designed to outlaw the major family of grasses known as bamboo. Select...
Bamboo and Astrology: In the sign of Cancer
Bamboo is an amazing plant with some incredible properties. There are over 1,000 varieties of bamboo, and many of them will grow taller than trees, even though bamboo is actually a type of grass. For thousands of years, people have eaten bamboo, built houses with it,...