The bamboo poles of the Punting Pole Bamboo Tree make a dense, tall screen, excellent for privacy. This Bamboo Tree is fast growing and produces thick, rich stems that are 2-2 1/2 in. across the base.An established grove of Punting Pole Bamboo Trees can form a dense privacy screen to keep out those nosy neighbors. Plant a grove of Punting Pole Bamboo Trees for privacy and for that oriental look you've been looking for. The Punting Pole bamboo is easy to use in construction, because it can easily be cut when green and then dried into a durable pole, and poles are durable and are used widely in construction.