Bamboo comes from the Malay word bambu.
Bamboo is a member of the grass family and originated from South East Asia. It is an evergreen perennial and grows well in full sunlight. Bamboo has spread to all the continents and has adapted well in Guyana.
There are approximately1,576 species of Bamboo with the Giant Bamboo attaining a height of some 40 ft, whilst the Dwarf Bamboo is 2 ft in height.
Bamboo is used as building material, to make furniture and as food among other things.
The Bamboo has two general patterns:
1. Clumping – makes lovely hedges
2. Running – will cover up any open space.
Bamboo grows well around ponds and fountains, especially the dwarf variety which likes a good drink of water.
Until next week, Happy Gardening.
