This might work, but it would require harvesting the plants. This would cost more than using lumber scraps, which is what is normally used. Also, burning the plants returns a lot of important nutrients to the soil.

I just can't believe that there's enough mass in bushes to compete with actual wood when making paper products. It will work, but it will just cost more.

I think the best alternative paper source would be hemp. It's a weed, needs no fertilizer, grows fast, and is high in fiber. However, it's illegal because it's a cousin to marijuana. Wouldn't it be great if tobacco farmers could switch to hemp, continue to make a good living, and save some forests?

We actually import hemp but can't grow it here!