mersie-

Two books that are useful that I have had for years are:

Gardener's Guide to Growing Temperate Bamboos, by Michael Bell

Bamboo for Gardens, by Ted Meredith

You can get both of these cheaply at Amazon if you buy used.

As far as craft ideas, two interesting books are:

The Book of Bamboo: A Comprehensive Guide to This Remarkable Plant, Its Uses, and Its History, by David Farrelly

The Craft & Art of Bamboo, Revised & Updated: 30 Eco-Friendly Projects to Make for Home & Garden

Thank you Kudzu! You're da best! :D I actually have "The Craft and Art of Bamboo", I think it's the older edition, but I love it. I got a bamboo splitter but all my boos are still too small to use yet. They better get their little 'boos in gear! I hope you have a lovely Spring and excellent growing weather. We had a cold winter again this year, but so far I *think* most of the boos have survived. I am praying that my p. nigra henon hasn't given up the ghost and that it was large enough to cover itself from the -6 F we got for a few days.

I will write these down so I can get them someday when I have money again, ha ha!

Hugs,

Mersie :D

Glad that was helpful. If you follow my links, you can find either the Bell or the Meredith book available used for less than $10 apiece.