Growing bamboo

The ultimate guide to troubleshooting bamboo health issues and fixing them

You have probably heard horror stories of bamboo invading the whole neighborhoods and now want to know how to find the type of bamboo that does not spread. I have…

How to Choose the Right Bamboo for your Privacy Screen Bamboo is an excellent solution to privacy issues in high-density areas and a feature in more extensive gardens. Bamboo grows…

The temperature in the USDA Plant hardiness Zone 4 drops to - 20 to -30F in winter.  The Zone can be divided into 4a (-30 to -25F) and 4b (-25…

Can you grow bamboo in Ohio where the temperatures during winter go way below freezing? Yes, you can! But make sure to choose the right variety.  The majority of bamboo…

Can you grow bamboo in Wisconsin? Yes! But which bamboo species you can choose depends on your exact location within the state.  There are over 1400 different bamboo all over…

Can you grow bamboo in Minnesota? Yes! But there are only a handful of bamboo that are cold hardy enough to survive the harsh winters.  Quick note:  If you are…

If you are looking for your first bamboo - it is hard to go wrong with Red Margin. It grows in so many different places and forms a beautiful lush…

Cold hardy bamboos are a way for people living in the north to add tropical beauty to their landscapes. The evergreen plants provide a pop of color even in winter…