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Growing Bamboo in Canada
When you close your eyes and imagine a tropical garden paradise, one of the last places you will think of is Canada. It's hardly the quintessential bamboo habitat, like Indonesia or Hawaii. And for that reason, you might think it's not possible to grow bamboo in...
Timber Bamboo: The greatest of grasses
Webster's Dictionary defines timber as wood prepared for use in construction or carpentry, or trees grown for that purpose. Bamboo, however, is not a tree. All species of bamboo belong to the grass family, Poaceae. Whether it's a dwarf bamboo, just a few inches tall,...
The most invasive varieties of bamboo
In the world of ornamental horticulture, you can find some spectacular bamboo varieties that will make a great addition to your garden. But if you plant the wrong kind of bamboo, it can turn into an awful beast. And then you'll never want to see another bamboo plant...
Where to find bamboo in California
Whether you're looking for live bamboo for the garden, or finished bamboo products for your wardrobe, you will find plenty of options in California. The Golden State's climate is favorable for growing almost anything, including many of the subtropical bamboo varieties...
The Best Bamboo Floor Mats and Area Rugs
Green architects and conscious homeowners understand the many benefits of bamboo flooring. Strong, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing, it's everything you could want from a hardwood floor. But if you're in a temporary space, like a rented apartment, it might not...
Iron Bamboo: Stronger than steel
The remarkable strength of bamboo has long invited comparisons to more industrial materials like iron and steel. And while certain more graceful and whispy varieties take on names like Seabreeze, Buddha Belly, and Umbrella Bamboo, a handful of the most formidable...