Discover bamboo in this fun and educational 15-minute activity offered in the Chinese Garden at Montréal’s Jardin botanique. Learn about this remarkable plant at the intersection of ancient traditions and today’s environmental challenges. See the many everyday uses of bamboo through hands-on activities and games. Touch and compare bamboo objects, try on a traditional garment made of woven bamboo and learn basic weaving techniques A symbol of integrity, flexibility and resilience in Chinese culture, bamboo has played an essential role in daily life for centuries. Today, it is recognized worldwide as a sustainable and innovative resource that could replace plastic.