Bamboo might not be the obvious choice for gardens in the UK, but there’s a reason why it's becoming increasingly popular.

Bamboo, rocks and stone lanterns are among the common elements found in Japanese gardens. Photo by Kevin Legnon. Every tree and shrub is purposely pruned in a way that leaves openings to allow the ...

Yet, given the wide distribution and significance of bamboo to China, it is surprising that so much about the plant remains unknown. This year, the South China Botanical Gardens, of the Chinese ...