Marcus Chen · June 16, 2026
Key Takeaways How to Divide Clumping Bamboo: A Complete Guide Dividing an established clump is one of the questions I am asked about most. One of the most rewarding—and often misunderstood—techniques is learning how to divide clumping bamboo. Unlike running bamboo varieties, clumping species like Fargesia and Bambusa develop compact rhizome systems that respond remarkably … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 14, 2026
Key Takeaways Is Bamboo Clumping or Running? Understanding the Fundamental Difference One of the most critical questions any bamboo grower must ask is: “Is bamboo clumping or running?” The answer determines whether your bamboo remains a well-behaved garden feature or becomes an invasive nightmare spreading across your property and into your neighbors’ yards. The distinction … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 13, 2026
Key Takeaways Bamboo screening and reed fencing offer an elegant, eco-friendly solution for privacy and wind protection. Whether you’re working with rolled bamboo panels, natural reed screening, or willow fencing, the installation process varies depending on your fence substrate. This guide is here to help you master how to attach bamboo screening to fence surfaces—from … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 12, 2026
Key Takeaways What Makes a Bamboo “Bushy”? Clumping vs. Running Growth Habits When gardeners search for the fastest growing bamboo plant bushy, they’re typically seeking a specific growth architecture: dense, multi-culmed clumps with foliage extending from soil level to canopy tip. This “bushy” characteristic is fundamentally different from the grove-like appearance of running bamboos, and … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 11, 2026
Key Takeaways What Is Black Bamboo? Understanding Phyllostachys nigra Black bamboo, scientifically known as Phyllostachys nigra, is one of the most visually striking ornamental running bamboos available to gardeners worldwide. Native to China, this species has captivated landscape designers and bamboo enthusiasts for centuries, prized for its distinctive ebony-colored culms that emerge green and gradually … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 9, 2026
Key Takeaways Harvesting bamboo for garden poles is one of the most rewarding uses of a home bamboo grove. Whether you’re staking tomatoes, building bean teepees, or creating elegant trellis frames, homegrown bamboo garden stakes offer unmatched durability, sustainability, and cost savings compared to commercially treated wood. However, successful bamboo harvesting for garden poles requires … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 8, 2026
If you’ve ever Googled “how to grow bamboo” and walked away more confused than when you started, this complete guide to growing bamboo is exactly what you needed. I’ve been growing bamboo in the Pacific Northwest for over fifteen years. My grove now holds 40 distinct varieties — from cold-hardy Phyllostachys giants to delicate tropical … Read more
Marcus Chen · June 7, 2026
After fifteen years of growing bamboo commercially, I have accumulated a problem most people would envy: too much bamboo. Every season, I cull culms, thin groves, and harvest poles for sale. That leaves an enormous volume of offcuts, rejected poles,…
Marcus Chen · June 6, 2026
Why My Bamboo Fence Was Turning Grey After One Season…
Marcus Chen · June 4, 2026
If you’ve spent any time on this site, you know I grow bamboo for a living. Fourteen species, commercial sales, and more hours than I care to count helping neighbours rip out running bamboo that previous owners planted without a…