Strength, Flexibility and Durability: Srinivasan A TO Z INDIA SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 24 Bamboo is also known for its strength, flexibility and durability. A great deal of this, of course, depends on where the bamboo was grown, when it was harvested and how it was treated, but some bamboo species are strong enough to be comparable to some hardwoods. A gazebo made from bamboo can be expected to last for quite a long while and will require only minimal maintenance. Bamboo Gazebos