Urban homesteading is still trending around the world Monday, 14 September 2020 13:14
During these trying times people are spending a lot more time at home and looking to save a buck wherever they can. Make the most of this time by researching sustainable living to meet your needs, save money, and help preserve the environment at the same time. Read more below on this fascinating subject.
Azaleas must be one of the best-loved sights of spring Monday, 14 September 2020 08:21
If you can provide their basic needs, they’ll give you decades of low-maintenance enjoyment. Find out how to grow them successfully indoors or in garden beds and pots below.
Be a wise sage - and add this herb to your recipes. Friday, 04 September 2020 12:09
Sage is quite the international herb, and in the kitchen it goes well in many dishes. It is also extremely healthy and a great antioxidant; and in the garden its lovely grey leaves complement many other plants. Read more below on how to grow and use sage in the garden and home.
The beautifully scented Nelson’s Slimy Lily is almost impossible to kill in the garden! Thursday, 03 September 2020 10:55
If you are looking for a beautiful low maintenance coastal plant which is also very frost hardy, water-wise, grows in full sun or shade, and which is very hard to kill try the Nelson’s slimy lily. Find out all about growing it and how to use it effectively in the garden. Read more below.
Rose 'Arianna' remains a firm favourite Tuesday, 01 September 2020 13:06
Read more about this truly lovely rose below
Penstemons are a 'must have' for hassle-free colour in summer gardens Tuesday, 01 September 2020 11:06
Not many perennials are hardy, water-wise, long flowering, and can also grow in full sun or semi-shade. Penstemons can and are available in many gorgeous flower colours, and in all sizes. Read more about growing and caring for them.
Iviki Lezihlahla, Arbour Week - 1 to 7 September 2020 Thursday, 27 August 2020 12:27
Traditionally South Africans are encouraged to plant indigenous trees to celebrate Arbour week, and although the importance of preserving our indigenous trees should never be under estimated, perhaps in 2020, with all the turmoil and change it has brought, we should rather focus on food sustainability for our communities by planting fruit trees and vegetable gardens.
Common National Tree of the Year 2020 Thursday, 27 August 2020 12:15
Cape Ash, Dogplum, Essenhout, Mutovuma, Umnyamathi, Mmidibidi, Nyamaru (Ekebergia capensis)
SA Tree No: 298
How to grow Ericas in the home garden Monday, 24 August 2020 11:51
Ericas grow well in most parts of South Africa and this article describes many of our most popular species for the garden. Learn how to grow them successfully in garden beds and in pots.
Ensure that all your standard plants and young trees are securely staked Thursday, 30 July 2020 15:48
There are many different types of tree stakes and ties, and various staking methods, depending on the size of the plant. Read more about them below.
Lawn care for spring and early summer Thursday, 30 July 2020 11:28
A beautiful lawn needs regular care throughout the year but especially in spring and summer. It is also a great time to sow lawn seed. So if you want a gorgeous lawn this summer read the guidelines below and start preparing now.
How to grow Pincushion Proteas Wednesday, 22 July 2020 12:26
If cared for correctly pincushions thrive in many of our provinces, adapting easily to the summer rainfall regions, and tolerating moderate frost. Our modern hybrids are irresistible, a lot more compact, and many thrive in pots.
Late winter and early spring are the best times to spray for scale insects Monday, 13 July 2020 11:52
Scale insects infest many species of trees and shrubs and can do damage out of all proportion to their size. They often go unnoticed by gardeners until they start pruning in winter and spring, but luckily these are the best times to spray. Learn all about scale insects below.
Arctotis bloom abundantly under harsh climatic conditions Tuesday, 07 July 2020 13:37
Garden centres around South Africa sell a beautiful selection of hybrid Arctotis in a lovely range of colours and growth habits, to brighten up any sunny space. They cope with a variety of harsh climatic conditions, are great water-wise coastal plants, and also do well inland. Learn how to grow and propagate Arctotis in your region.