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Drought-tolerant bamboo for dry climates
As the reality of climate change becomes ever more visible, more and more gardeners are looking into drought-tolerant landscaping. Bamboo probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. Cactus, succulents and sagebrush may be likelier candidates. But bamboo...
The best bamboo species for poles
Gardeners have all kinds of reasons for planting bamboo. Whether you're creating a zen garden or simply in need of a good privacy hedge, bamboo is resilient, pragmatic, and aesthetically pleasing. And from bicycles to bath towels, there's almost nothing that can't be...
Genus Pleioblastus: Bamboo dwarves and accents
Close your eyes to imagine a grove of bamboo, and you'll probably picture something majestic. Long, elegant poles extend skyward, towering overhead, knocking together in the breeze. A soft rustling of leaves accompanies the percussion of hollow canes, as you are...
Bamboo Terms and Vocabulary
There's something uncommonly soothing about walking through a grove of bamboo. The air feels fresher and the soul feels cleaner. It's a warm and fuzzy sensation that you can't quite put your finger on. Equally, gardening with bamboo can be a very relaxing and...
Bamboo Shoots: Edible, sustainable and nutritious
These days, it seems there’s nothing you can’t do with bamboo. Surely you've heard about bamboo flooring. If you've ever visited an eco-boutique like Bambu Batu, then you know about bamboo clothing, bamboo sheets, and bamboo towels. You've probably heard about things...
Walking Stick Bamboo: Run with Chimonobambusa tumidissinoda
With a designation like Chimonobambusa tumidissinoda, this attractive species of bamboo was just begging to receive a friendly nickname. And thanks to its distinctive shape and useful structure, settling on a suitable moniker turned out to be something of a cakewalk....