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Feb

Spring pruning made easy

Walking through the garden this week, one thing is clearly evident; spring has come early this year. The peach trees are starting to blossom and all around the garden, buds are swelling heralding the end of winter and the start of spring. We are sure to have a few chilly…

Feb

All Articles, Edible Plants, Gardening Tips, Uncategorized

Plant a fruit tree now for a bounty in the coming season

Remember the days when fruit actually had a taste? The best way to guarantee that you can enjoy nature’s bounty is to grow your own. The advantages of healthy homegrown fruit are legion. Not only do homegrown fruit taste like real fruit should, sweet and juicy, but you will save…

Feb

All Articles, Autumn Gardening

The magical colours of Autumn

Explore the magical colours of Autumn! Autumn conjures up images of trees changing colour, chill mornings and wrapping your hand around a mug of hot chocolate. Traditionally autumn was a time to harvest crops, stockpiling food for winter and celebrating the harvest. Yet autumn is also a time of abundance…

Feb

All Articles, Autumn Gardening, Edible Plants, Winter Gardening

Grow your own winter soup garden

In this article we learn how to grow and harvest your own winter soup garden. Few things provide the satisfaction of knowing that you are eating a hearty homecooked meal, but moreover knowing that it is homegrown too. So, let Adriaan guide you through growing your own winter soup garden.…

Feb

All Articles, Gardening Tips, Uncategorized, Winter Gardening

All you need to know about Cymbidium orchids

Besides their flowers, their appeal also lies in how exceptionally easy they are to keep. One could almost say that they “thrive on neglect”, with even the most uncared for plant still having the chance to astound with its blooms. With that in mind, providing your Cymbidium with its preferred…

Feb

All Articles, Edible Plants, Gardening Tips

Blueberry basics – Grow your own

Strangely enough, one of my favourite flowers belongs to a plant better known for its delicious fruit. Blueberries have the most elegant white bell shaped flowers. The best part is that as soon the flowers fade those tasty berries start growing. Blueberries are packed full of antioxidants, making them a…

Feb

All Articles, Wildlife Gardening

Gardening for birds: All about nesting logs and boxes

In this stressed modern world, many urban dwellers are increasingly turning towards their gardens to renew their bond with nature. Therefore, inviting birds to your garden is one step closer to living more serenely. Read on to learn more about how to cater for the nesting needs of our feathered…

Feb

All Articles, Summer Gardening

Bougainvilleas: the ultimate splash of summer colour

Through all the hail and dry weather my Bougainvilleas at home still have so many flowers that I cannot even see the leaves. Though I have to admit that I really don’t feed them as often as I should. Bougainvilleas are one of those plants that continue to amaze me…

Feb

All Articles, Gardening Tips, Summer Gardening

Weird and Wonderful Plants

All plants are unique and wonderful in their own way, yet there are some plants that truly stand out. Welcome to the wonderful world of Orchids, Bromeliads, and Carnivorous plants. Whether it is Orchids or Bromeliads which stun with their exquisite flowers or perfect geometric designs, or Carnivorous plants which…

Feb

All Articles, Gardening Tips, Uncategorized, Winter Gardening

Six easy steps to prune your roses

Rose pruning seems to have come a bit earlier than usual this year with our roses thinking that it is already the end of July. Fret not, as you can still prune your roses even if it is a bit early. Left unpruned, roses eventually carry out their own pruning…