Instead, bamboo varieties are typically split into two categories; ‘clumping’ varieties and ‘running’ varieties.’ Pim adds, ...

If you're still up for the challenge of growing and caring for bamboo in your home garden, you need to know the difference ...

There are two types of bamboo – the running bamboo and the clumping sort. Running bamboo can send off new shoots from the roots, allowing it to quickly spread and take over huge areas.