April 2, 2026

This Toilet Paper Just Might Save the World

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Peoria Garden Club

Every day, tens of thousands of trees are estimated to becut down just to make toilet paper. That’s far too many.

That environmental cost has led innovators to rethink something we all use every day. Several manufacturers have now created 3‑ply toilet paper made from bamboo. It feels just as soft and durable as high‑end traditional toilet paper—without harming forests.

Why bamboo? Because it grows nearly 100 times faster than the average tree, making it an incredibly renewable resource. Its naturally short fibers are also ideal for producing soft, high‑quality toilet tissue you can feel good about using.

Bamboo toilet paper is biodegradable, typically comes in plastic‑free packaging, safe for septic sysyems, and is conveniently available online. Choosing bamboo toilet paper is a small change that can make a big difference—for you, future generations, and the planet.

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