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Does the transplant of bamboo from one area of the yard to another help it spread faster?
I found a neighbor who has some " Crookstem Bamboo" a runner that has grown into a grove over the past 20 years. It is close enough to my property that it could spread into my yard eventually which I want it to do but I wanted to know if taking a section of a few clumps and transplanging it some distance from the thicket would help it to grow thicker faster? assuming the neighbor would agree of course I don't know if Bamboo is like other plants that grow better and faster when not crowded. If it might help the spread, I would ask the neighbor about allowing some transplant into my yard in a few places.There is no risk of it spreading into anyone else's yard from mine, except back to his, so I don't have to worry about containing, since I also won't mind if Bamboo grows everywhere. But all the information I can find has more information about limiting the spread than actually encouraging it.
Wacom bamboo tablet?
hi, i just got this tablet for christmas and im thinking of doing an ffx animation so can anybody give me a few tips.not about making the animation as in editing and that i got that covered , just some tips on the drawingp.s. i am a fair drawer, best in my class and all that 13 yo thanks
Problems with lucky bamboo turning yellow?
hi people.like, I got a lucky bamboo but my stupidity allowed it to turn yellow and dry. but not all, just a part of it, the rest is all green and happy.I discovered it was because of the water that sucks here... that is solved. but the bamboo stills with the yellow up part that does not look healthy. what should I do? I can't find the answer to my question in google . 'do I cut it? can't I do anything and just let it die? because it looks all healthy, except that part ... and its my bamboo, I don't want it to die just like that Yes, it was the water. lucky bamboo does not need direct light. actually is not recommended for be in direct contact with it. Not because it wasn't enough but because it is full of limestone and probably chemicals... when I changed the water the yellow part stopped expanding so... but is like, the cane is yellow in that " last point" part but the nib stills green.its confusing XD like a rotten part between 2 healthy ones...
What is a good website for bamboo seeds?
I want to try growing running bamboo from seed, especially phyllostachys heteroclada water bamboo , and want a good number of seeds to start with. Where can I buy it at?I'm a bamboo collector.I need temperate bamboo seeds that are cold hardy to 0F
How is my article on bamboo flooring?
I am close to getting a job as a freelance writer for a local home magazine. I sent the man a simple email and he was already very impressed with the way I wrote. He told me to write him an article out of about 7 choices. I don't know why, but the bamboo flooring was intriguing to me.The man told me it would be ok to take someone elses article and drastically rewrite it, but I went against his advice and concocted my own. Do you think he'll like it?For centuries, bamboo has been an intriguing and resourceful material for many far eastern cultures. In recent times, the demand for bamboo has experienced a dramatic increase in the western market, particularly in the flooring industry. The plant most commonly used for such flooring is called " moso" and originates in the jungles of China and other areas in southeast Asia.Well, you may ask, " What's wrong with pine? Has spruce simply lost its appeal? Has oak been thrown to the wayside?" Not exactly, but recent concerns over the environment and the cost of energy have some consumers drooling over the aspect of bamboo floors. Bamboo does not only have qualities that will save your wallet a lot of grief in the long run, it also has a beautiful aesthetic quality that no other hardwood can match.Bamboo grows extremely quickly and produces thirty percent more oxygen than trees. Another key advantage A 3 acre plot of bamboo will yield twenty times more timber than ordinary trees. If it is planted where soil has been overgrazed or where nothing seems to grow, it will feed the topsoil and that land will flourish for many years. Also, no pesticide is required for bamboo to maintain a long, healthy lifespan. Though there has been recent concern that growers are boosting their fertilizer usage for higher yields when it comes time to harvest. There is also a growing threat of losing biodiversity so that one crop bamboo can flourish. It should be known, however, that thousands of people indigenous to China depend on the success of bamboo farming.In China, labor practices are very questionable, and that is where an overwhelming majority of bamboo products are manufactured and if one is concerned about human rights, it may factor in to his or her decision to purchase bamboo flooring. In addition to the labor issue, only one bamboo company currently holds any credible environmental certification and that is the Smith and Fong Company, certified by the Forest Stewardship Council FSC . Several other bamboo producers are currently becoming certified by the FSC, which will ensure that more bamboo products will be grown in a clean, responsible manner. And what about the American homeowner, considering installing new flooring? You will not only benefit from having a stylish floor to make the Jones' turn red, but will be pleased when you receive the energy company's monthly bill, or even when you spill grape juice on your floor. If you are an average American citizen you spend close to ninety percent of your time indoors. Unbeknownst to most people is the fact that their homes are circulating volatile organic compounds and that flooring can have a dramatic effect on a home's ventilation. And returning to the grape juice issue, bamboo is less susceptible to liquid than any other wood used in flooring today. It is also the least susceptible to insect infestation. such as termites or carpenter ants. But what about durability? Can bamboo really hold up to hardwood, traditional foes? Bamboo is scratched, marred or dented just as easily as it's counterparts. The darker bamboo is comparable to black walnut, while the lighter shade is more similar to maple. In terms of maintenance, bamboo shows no clear advantage, either. It is not easier to clean, stain or repair. However, there is a considerable difference between light and dark bamboos and it all has to do with heat. The darker the bamboo, the longer the manufacturer has heated it. This darker bamboo is not as durable as the lighter, unheated bamboo and is defaced much more easily.Bamboo flooring is produced by laminating individual strips together to create the desired size of flooring. Some floors are termed " horizontal" . This means that the bamboo strips are laminated together so that the top shows the natural growth rings. This makes the wood look like short, choppy rows. Some manufacturers offer three foot lengths while others make bamboo flooring in six foot lengths. Most people prefer the longer lengths because it seems to look better once installed. When bamboo is described as " vertical" the strips are laid on their sides and laminated to create a look of long, thin rows of wood. There is a type of hybrid bamboo on the market called " Engineered bamboo" that is much more durable than traditional bamboo, but is fused with synthetic materials, making it less desirable by consumers who are interested in one hundred percent organic materials. This option may be a wise choice for thoseYes, it is long and I did BS a little bit of it.
I need help with my Wacom bamboo tablet- glitches maybe?
Is it possible to turn off the feature where if you hold the pen to the tablet without moving it, that it right clicks? I draw with my tablet a lot and it's highly annoying.Also When I touch the pen to the tablet, it lags for a second before it becomes responsive. Is there any way to fix this? Again, it's highly annoying because I draw with this, and it's really inconvenient for those small details.It seemed to be working perfectly a week ago, then I brought it somewhere. That's when it started acting a little weird. I also do not know if the problem is in the tablet or the pen, or even the connecting cable, if there is one.Thanks so much
Why are my bamboo trees drying up?
I water them everyday. I don't really know how to take care of them. Can you please give me some good links about how to take care of bamboo trees? And also please tell me why they are drying up. I don't know if I'd say they are drying up. They are getting brown at the edges. Please help me in whatever way you can I have a lot of these beautiful trees in my house, and I don't want all of them dying. Thanks
Will bamboo grow this way?
i herd that if you cut a piece of bamboo into pieces and put them in the grown that bamboo will start growing from the pieces of bamboo1piece 2nd piece 3rd piece and barry each piece of bamboo in the grow will it grow??????????
Transplanting Bamboo?
I love bamboo and have it at my house. will it transplant like st. augustine grass?
Bonsai, Bamboo, Vivarium.?
Im thinking of constructing a vivarium or natural terrarium with a bonsai tree and bamboo shoots, i just dont know what kind of bonsai to use. What kind of bonsai will be able to handle a more humid environment?
Looking for Bamboo t-shirts?
I live in London, ON and am looking for bamboo t shirts. The only place so far i have been able to find them was at the bay, but they were all out. I know Elita makes bamboo tank tops, underwear, bras, pants and sweaters but not t shirts. Any one have any idea where I can find bamboo t shirts in London, or of a cheap place online to buy them? thanks
