'Mexican bamboo' is really Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum). It is called 'Mexican bamboo' because of its hollow stalks, studded with nodes.

A method of killing or, at least, controlling Japanese knotweed, also called Japanese bamboo or Polygonum cuspidatum, using tarps. Polygonum cuspidatum is an invasive noxious weed common in yards.

An index of FAQs for the Landscaping guide site.

Photo of young fleece flower plant. Japanese knotweed is another common name for fleece flower or "fleeceflower" (Polygonum cuspidatum).

An index of FAQs for the Landscaping guide site.

Many people living in cold climates are now interested in growing bamboo plants, even though the bamboo plants are more often associated with tropical and sub-tropical areas.

Online information about bamboo plants. Tips on growing the cold-hardy, clumping Fargesia, plus the true facts about imposters such as lucky bamboo plants.

How to remove bamboo, without resorting to herbicides, is the subject of this FAQ. I.e., I treat bamboo eradication from an organic perspective.

Japanese knotweed removal is no easy task, so homeowners should be aware of all the options available to them to remove these noxious weeds. An interesting approach to Japanese knotweed removal is by glyphosate herbicide injection, an alternative to