Set for Summer Colour
October is the perfect time to fill your garden with plants that will provide bright, long-lasting colour throughout summer. Whether…
Read More...The Power of High-Density Orchards
Small Spaces, Bigger Harvests World Food Day, observed annually on 16 October, encourages us to consider how food is produced,…
Read More...Sort out summer with salvias
It takes just three top-performing salvia hybrids to create a vibrant splash of colour that draws bees, butterflies and nectar-loving…
Read More...Spring Colour for Sun and Semi-Shade
Whether your garden enjoys bright sunshine or gentle semi-shade, there is always room for more colour. Begonias and dahlias are…
Read More...Build a strong, sturdy garden bench
This garden bench has a great design and is built to last with treated pine. What you need: CCA-treated pine…
Read More...Wild Olive: A Tree for South African Gardens
Deep roots: Why the Wild Olive belongs in South African gardens Few trees carry the history, strength and quiet beauty…
Read More...DIY Wooden Flower Tower Trellis
A free-standing box trellis is ideal for planting vines or creepers for a spectacular display. It’s also useful for vegetables like cucumbers, peas and climbing beans. What you need:…
Read More...Botanical Tales: Snake plants
Old Name, Enduring Appeal Click here to read in Afrikaans The much-loved snake plant is known by several common names,…
Read More...Deception in the Floral Kingdom
July/August Botanical Tales Some orchids offer nectar or pollen to attract pollinators. Others take a far more cunning approach. Ophrys…
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