Gardening in South Africa

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Pentas shine even in the hottest of summers!

Monday, 11 October 2021 12:55

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Pentas 'Lucky Star' Picture courtesy Nu-leaf NurseryLow-maintenance and water-wise Pentas enjoy the summer heat and continually produce their pretty, star shaped flowers right through the summer months, or almost all year round in the subtropical or frost-free regions of South Africa. Read more below on growing them in pots and garden beds.

You can rely on Bidens to thrive in the summer garden

Tuesday, 05 October 2021 14:58

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Image by Jaroslav Spanko from PixabayBidens is one of those summer annuals you can rely on to survive and thrive in the garden – they bloom all summer, love the heat, and are water-wise as well as disease and pest resistant. Plant a couple this summer and you’re sure to add them to your list of favourite summer annuals for next year. Read all about growing these robust little plants below.

Invest in some Berg Lilies this season, you won’t be disappointed!

Friday, 01 October 2021 15:05

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Berg Lily Picture courtesy HadecoThe tall and regal Berg Lily flowers for a long time in late summer and autumn and is sought after for its fragrant, long lasting cut flowers. Read more below on how to grow and care for this plant.

Bird Nesting Season - Do Not Disturb!

Monday, 27 September 2021 09:27

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`Did you know that in countries like The United States of America, the United Kingdom, Europe and Russia, to name a few, it is illegal to harm a bird’s nest, even in your own backyard? In South Africa there are laws protecting many of our endangered birds, but not all our birds. In order to protect birds and all the other wildlife living in our suburbs, I appeal to all gardeners to prune responsibly, even if it is a bit inconvenient. Read more about pruning responsibly below.

Blooming Marvellous

Friday, 24 September 2021 09:33

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MayFord Seeds and the Apollo Music Trust cordially invites you to a morning of gardening and music vignettes on Saturday 9 October from 10am at 41A Erslwold Way, Saxonwold, Johannesburg. Read more about this event below.

Dahlias once again take centre-stage in the flower border

Wednesday, 22 September 2021 11:12

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Dahlia 'Top Mix' Picture courtesy HadecoFlower fashions come and go, and although dahlias fell out of favour for a while, thankfully their bright and bold blooms are back in vogue. There are so many varieties, each one more beautiful than the last, that choosing dahlias for your garden is much more difficult than growing them. Read more below about the fascinating history of dahlias, where to grow them in the garden, and the care they need to keep them blooming all season long.

How to grow and care for the fragrant Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Wednesday, 08 September 2021 13:25

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Mature Specimen - Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Eximia'

Gardeners from all over the world love to grow this magnificent shrub for its abundance of headily fragrant flowers which smother the bushes in spring, with a smaller flush in late summer, or anytime during the year if it likes its location. Read more below about growing this plant in garden beds and pots.

Strawberries from Seed – A First for RSA

Tuesday, 07 September 2021 08:38

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Strawberry 'Florian'. Picture courtesy Mayford SeedRich red in colour and silky sweet to taste, few fruits are as quintessential of a sunny summer’s day as are strawberries. If it is taste and packed in goodness you are after, we all know that nothing beats growing your own. Read more about growing and caring for this strawberry below.

Rose care for September

Monday, 30 August 2021 13:53

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'Bridget' Floribunda Rose. Picture courtesy Ludwigs RosesOctober is known as “Rose Month” in South Africa, and there is nothing quite as perfect as those very first summer blooms, so if you want your roses to perform well next month, read the article below - it’s time to give your roses some TLC this month.

Lily borer larvae hatch in early summer

Sunday, 29 August 2021 10:28

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Lilly borer caterpillarsLilly borers are a serious pest of some of our favourite garden flowers like amaryllis and clivia, and if not controlled early, the caterpillars can quickly destroy the plants right down to the bulbs. Read more below on how to control lilly borers organically in the garden.

The Tree for Promotion for Arbour Week in 2021 is the very popular Spekboom

Sunday, 22 August 2021 16:21

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Portulacaria afra. Picture courtesy www.newplant.co.zaThe spekboom is so easy to grow and is drought tolerant and also fire resistant, making it excellent for firescaping properties susceptible to wildfires. It is also a good soil binder, helping to prevent soil erosion, and is used for restoration purposes in semi-arid landscapes and thicket vegetation.

Iviki Lezihlahla, Arbour Week - 30 August to 5 September 2021

Sunday, 22 August 2021 14:43

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Image by Pezibear from PixabayThere is an old Chinese proverb which is perfect for arbour week. It says: “The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is now.” Read the rest of this article below, and also find links to information on the 3 trees which were selected as trees of the year for South Africa in 2021, as well as links to find our Champion Trees.

The Common Tree of the Year to plant for Arbour Week in 2021 is the Sweet Thorn

Sunday, 22 August 2021 13:43

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Vachellia karroo - Picture courtesy Bernard DUPONT see his flickr pageThe lovely Sweet Thorn, Soetdoring, mookana, mooka, umuNga (Vachenalia karroo) is tough as nails, and an adaptable pioneer which is able to establish itself without shade, shelter, or protection from res. It is very adaptable to soil types, and tolerates long periods of drought. Read more about growing it below.

New Fairy Houses for Sale

Sunday, 15 August 2021 16:47

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Fairy House Light 'Shades of Pink'These bespoke fairy house night lights are sure to mesmerise your guests, and will look lovely in covered patios and entertainment areas, as well as indoors. They make perfect gifts for baby showers, but grownup ‘children’ will love them too! Click on the titles to read more.

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Gardening in South Africa

Welcome to Gardening in South Africa!

Berg Lily Picture courtesy HadecoThe tall and regal Berg Lily flowers for a long time in late summer and autumn and is sought after for its fragrant, long lasting cut flowers. Read more below on how to grow and care for this plant.

MayFord Seeds and the Apollo Music Trust cordially invites you to a morning of gardening and music vignettes on Saturday 9 October from 10am at 41A Erslwold Way, Saxonwold, Johannesburg. Read more about this event below.

Mature Specimen - Brunfelsia pauciflora 'Eximia'

Lilly borer caterpillarsLilly borers are a serious pest of some of our favourite garden flowers like amaryllis and clivia, and if not controlled early, the caterpillars can quickly destroy the plants right down to the bulbs. Read more below on how to control lilly borers organically in the garden.