Bright, cheerful and perfectly timed for the colder months, the Christmas cactus is one of those houseplants that rewards even the most forgetful plant parents ...
Few plants scream "summer" quite like bougainvillea. Whether it's spilling over a garden wall in Cape Town, brightening a Durban courtyard or climbing a pergola...
Growing flowers for your own wedding has an undeniable romantic appeal, particularly once you've seen what florists charge for fresh blooms. It can also go side...
There's a particular kind of frustration that sets in when you've done everything right and a plant still declines. You've watered on schedule, positioned it in...
In many parts of the country, winter brings cooler temperatures, shorter days, and slower plant growth. One of the most common gardening mistakes during this se...
The Western Cape's rainy season, which typically runs from May to September, presents both opportunities and challenges for gardeners. Unlike many other parts o...
Whether it's a trusty snake plant in the hallway or a thriving pothos trailing across a bookshelf, houseplants don't stay the same size forever. While many indo...
Winter may slow down plant growth, but it doesn't mean your garden has to stop thriving. The colder months provide the perfect opportunity to transform everyday...
One of the most common indoor plant problems during the colder months is mealybugs. These tiny sap-sucking insects can quickly turn a healthy collection of hous...
Perfectly measured rows. Colour-coded planting plans. Detailed garden sketches pinned to Pinterest boards. For years, gardening has often been associated with p...
