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["Lynda" <lurine AT softcom.net>]

No, the big ones are the spreading type.  DH says you can put in a barrier 
(metal or plastic sheeting to 5' depth) and it will contain it if you are 
ever vigilant.  However, it is strong and has been known to punch through 
some plastics.

Lynda
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gene GeRue" <genegerue AT ruralize.com>
To: <homestead AT lists.ibiblio.org>
Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 6:36 AM
Subject: Re: [Homestead] N.E. states are declaring war on harmful non-native 
plants - The Boston Globe


> I have long wanted to have a construction bamboo grove and have the ideal
> place for it. But I have not yet figured out how to ensure that it stays 
> on
> my property. Does anyone know of a construction bamboo that is 
> non-invasive?
>
> > The problem with invasives is
> > that people are just plain lazy or just plain stupid.  They plant bamboo
> > because it is such a pretty little plant in that cute little Oriental 
> > dish.
> > Then they wring their hands and cry "woe is me, whatever shall I do" when
> > the damn stuff takes over the whole neighborhood and their neighbors are
> > threatening to shoot them.
>
>
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