Howdy Fredgpops. It's doing great, considering I still keep it in a pot since I don't have a place for it yet out in the country. The leaves are longer and narrower than most of my bamboos, and it shoots almost constantly in the pot. Seems to be an aggressive shooter and probably agressive runner, once turned loose. I have been planning on dividing it, but keep putting it off. Once I do, I will have enough for at least 4 divisions, and will then try one in the ground and give it some room to grow to it's fullest. A very nice looking bamboo and one that seems to really like this Texas heat and humidity. Kt

I just sent a message to all KT'ers I have an address for. I suggested to come here, unless someone comes up with a better idea. I wrote to I-Village, and told them about this. Moni

Like Alexis, we were purchasing a new home. It was in a very different climate zone so I was trying to educate myself on what I could plant. I found the California gardening forums. I was getting frustrated over there, feeling Like I was being talked down to because I didn't know all the botanical names. Someone was talking about how much friendlier and welcoming the KT was so I checked it out. I still remember which thread I made my first comment to. It was a "what's your favorite fragrance" thread. That was 2002 and I still wear the same perfume. Beautiful by Estee Lauder. And I don't go to the other forum anymore.

Gosh I am sorry you have to wait so long. I will be sending prayers for a good diagnosis and courage to get through the next too many days. Nanny