I have been given access to a patch of bamboo, but all the stalks are about 16-24 feet in height and have very few leaves. They are not really green in color but more of a light brown color and I was wondering if they are dead.

This patch has not been touched for over 5 years but there are a few stalks that are 5-8 feet and have many leaves. These 5-8 feet stalks are perfect for what I have seen on this forum for bamboo condos.

- If I was to cut these tall stalks down to 4-6 feet high, would the remaining stalk grow leaves and get bushy?

- If I cut the 16-22 feet stalks, what can I do with them ?

Thank You