Sep 30, 2024 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species
The genus Sasaella is a group of small and medium-sized bamboo, native to Japan, including a handful of ornamental species. Sasaella is one of about 100 genera of bamboo, all classified in the grass family. Small in stature, but these dwarf bamboo have running...
Apr 5, 2024 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species, Worldwide
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...
Feb 9, 2024 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species
Can bamboo grow in snowy climates?Yes! Many types of bamboo can survive freezing temperatures and even heavy snow. In fact, some cold-hardy species tolerate temperatures as low as -10°F to -20°F (-23°C to -29°C). The key is choosing the right type. Most of the popular...
Jun 23, 2023 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Species
As any die-hard bamboo enthusiast will tell you, there really is a bamboo species for every occasion. Sometimes you need a privacy screen, sometimes you need an eye-catching centerpiece, and sometimes you might just want to produce some fishing poles. But there are...
May 10, 2023 | Agriculture & Gardening, Bamboo Products, Bamboo Species
We usually think of bamboo as a giant grass, often reported to be the fastest-growing terrestrial plant on earth. Indeed, giant timber bamboo is amazing and impressive for its stature and growth habit. But sometimes you are better off with something small and...
