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American Bamboos - by Judziewicz, Clark, et al. Few people realize that nearly half of the world's 1,200 species of bamboo are native to North and South America and the Caribbean, and that they are more diverse than their Asian counterparts. This book draws on two decades of fieldwork and covers current knowledge of plant structure, ecology, human uses, conservation value, evolution, and diversity of the 41 genera of American woody and herbaceous bamboos. Generously illustrated with color photos and line drawings. Hardbound, 7" x 10", 376 pages.

Bamboo - A Material for Landscape and Garden Design A large book with spectacular photos, touching on a broad sweep of bamboo-related topics written by several expert contributors: bamboo morphology, cultivation and propagation; environment benefits of bamboo; the diverse uses for bamboo in landscaping, construction, crafts, and cooking; and descriptions of selected species. Jan Oprins is the owner of Oprins Plant, a large scale plant production company in Europe which specializes in in-vitro micropropagation, and the extensive discussion of micropropagation and large scale uses of bamboo is unique to this book. Hardbound, 143 pages, 13½" x 10".

Bamboo Building and Culture by Darrell DeBoer Treatise on modern uses of bamboo in buildings and architecture, generously sprinkled with color photos. The author introduces the reader to the fabulous designs of Simon Velez, Marcelo Villegas, and the Hanover World Expo. Then he proceeeds to discuss structural qualities of bamboo, building codes, joinery, and design, as well as strategies for growing, harvesting, and curing the bamboo for constructions purposes. Bamboo is also proposed as an inexpensive solution for the housing crisis in third world countries. 8 1/2" x 11" bound xerox, 43 pages.

Bamboo for Gardens - by Ted Jordan Meredith NEW!!! An excellent multifaceted treatment of bamboos, covering origins, history, structure, cultivation, propagation, landscaping, and insights into plant selection. Half the book is an encyclopedia of over 300 bamboos with detailed descriptions and color photos, many of which were taken at Bamboo Sourcery, and also including an unusually large section on Chusqueas. A wonderful book for the home gardner and professional grower alike. Hardbound, 8" x 11", 406 pages. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Bamboo in Japan - by Nancy Moore Bess NEW!!! A stunning collection of photos and essays takes readers on a complete tour of bamboo in Japan, illustrating its uses in art and architecture, textile designs, furniture, crafts, foods, gardening and the home. Nowhere is bamboo used more elegantly and distinctively than in Japan, where its presence touches every part of daily life, even reaching into language, literature and ritual. Over 250 photographs and illustrations. Hardcover, 9" x 11," 220 pages. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Bamboo Rediscovered - by Victor Cusack Growing and using non-invasive, clumping bamboo for furniture, housing, fencing, food, musical instruments, etc. Species selection, designs, and technology. Contains b/w photos & many excellent scale drawings. Softcover, 8½" x 11", 95 pages.

Bamboo Sourcery Information Supplement- by Gerald Bol et al. Bamboo Sourcery's entire Information Supplement, "All About Bamboo," 37 pages, with extensive information on how bamboos grow, plant selection, cultivation, containment, and maintenance, as well as species descriptions of approximately 150 bamboos.

(May also be printed directly from this website - see the Printable Version in the Table of Contents for "All About Bamboo").

Bamboo Style - by Gale Beth Goldberg An exciting review of the aesthetic uses of bamboo in houses, gardens, art & architecture in all parts of the world, including both traditional and contemporary designs, beautifully illustrated with dozens of color photos. A wonderful inspiration for homeowners, designers, and craftsmen. Includes a 20-page Sourcebook listing suppliers, designers, workshops, craftspeople, nurseries, gardens, etc. Paperback, 8 ½" x 10 ½", 170 pages. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Building Bamboo Fences - by Isao Yoshikawa A unique how-to book, showcasing 20 traditional Japanese bamboo fence styles in color photographs and detailed instructional diagrams, illustrating bamboo working techniques, ties and knots, and joinery. Complete with information about materials, history and classification of Japanese fences and a glossary of Japanese terminology. Softcover, 7½" x 10", 141 pages. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Catalog of the Nurseries of the Bambouseraie 81 varieties of bamboo listed and illustrated with color photos, generally showing both close up and distant angles. Useful at-a-glance information on cultivation and use of temperate climate bamboos. This booklet with its color photos complements our own catalog by illustrating much of what we offer. Softcover, 5" x 11½", 127 pages. Conversion list to Bamboo Sourcery plant names is available. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Compendium of Chinese Bamboo by Shilin, Naixun, Maoyi This is one of the most complete monographs in the field of bamboo research. Hardbound book filled with over 400 beautiful color photographs of 31 genera, 209 species, and 50 varieties and forms. A reference for taxonomists, arboriculturists, bamboo professionals and all bamboo lovers. Hardbound, 8½" x 11½", 241 pages.

Craft & Art of Bamboo by Carol Stangler (2nd edition, now available!) Contains detailed instructions for creating 30 elegant projects, including Japanese fences, gates and screens, and many home and garden accents. Provides information on harvesting, purchasing, finishing and preservation of bamboos, along with a list of materials, tools and supplies for each project. Includes over 200 photographs, 25 illustrations, and a list of suppliers. Softcover, 157 pages, 8½" x 10". HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Farming Bamboo by Daphne Lewis & Carol Miles Finally! A great book on commercial farming of bamboo! Takes the reader from planting through harvest and marketing of poles and shoots, with fine detail about propagation, maintenance and care, containment, pest management, suggested field layout, and various uses of bamboo, including uses as food for animals and humans. Suggests and describes species for use in the northeastern U.S. Softcover, 8 1/2" x 11", 204 pages.

Grow Your Own House - by Simon Velez Depicted in full-page color photos and text, this book illustrates the spectacular bamboo architecture of Simon Velez of Colombia, arguably the most renowned architect using bamboo today. Velez's impressive engineering achievements are manifested in generously overhanging roofs, ingenious loadbearing structures, sophisticated joints, and an innovative combination of materials. Featured is the bamboo pavilion for the ZERI Foundation at Expo 2000. Published by the Vitra Design Museum of France, the book also includes illustrations of a variety of bamboo structures and products from around the world. Softcover, 9½" x 11½", 254 pages. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

The Bamboos - by F.A. McClure. Reprint of landmark book on morphology and propagation of bamboos. Originally published in 1966, this book still provides the best general overview of the subject today. Softcover, 6" x 9", 345 pages, 130 b/w illustrations.

Ornamental Bamboos by David Crompton A gardener's guide to nearly 200 ornamental bamboos, based on the author's long experience in a cool-temperature climate in Hampshire, England, where his nursery holds the national Collection of Bamboos for the U.K. Emphasis is on the unique qualities of bamboo, uses for bamboo, and plants recommendated for specific landscaping purposes. 171 pages of species descriptions, generously sprinkled with color photos. Hardbound, 8" x 10".

NEW! Timber Press Pocket Guide to Bamboos New! The Timber Press Pocket Guide to Bamboos covers 35 genera of bamboos in cultivation and describes more than 300 species and cultivars. Each entry includes the plant's maximum height, maximum culm diameter, light requirements, and minimum temperature tolerated. Includes 300 color photographs for easy identification. Packed with all the authority of an encyclopedia in a pocket-size format, this book is a perfect reference for taking to the nursery, or if you are a landscaper, it is great for sharing quick visuals with your clients. Softcover, 8 1/2" x 6", 208 pages.