Usually appearing uninvited in your yard, lawn or flower beds, weeds and invasive plants can be a nuisance in any landscape. While you may not like the way they...
A pinch of spice, a whole lot of plant power
Cinnamon isn’t just for your morning oats or a cosy cup of coffee - it’s quietly becoming a houseplant hero. Tu...
Most gardeners treat composting as a warm-weather activity, covering the heap in autumn and leaving it to freeze until spring. But a pile that stays active thro...
The end of the growing season prompts a familiar instinct in many gardeners: clear everything back, tidy the beds and start fresh in spring. It is a satisfying ...
Every gardener knows the quiet anxiety of not knowing whether a seed has germinated. You sow into a tray, water carefully and wait. Days pass. Sometimes the see...
The shorter days and cooler temperatures of autumn signal the end of the outdoor growing season for most plants, but for herbs grown indoors, the transition is ...
The traditional lawn has a complicated reputation. It looks tidy, it is familiar, and it works well for recreational space and high-traffic areas. But as a defa...
While lush green grass is popular, it can be difficult to maintain, especially if your yard doesn't get a lot of sun. If you are tired of your yard having bald ...
There’s a reason the ZZ plant has a bit of a reputation. Tough? Absolutely. Stylish? Always.
But “unkillable” doesn’t mean it should be left to fend for its...
Avocado, why? Because happiness is in season!
You know how every avo season we tell South Africans consumers to add an avo to their meals at any time of day? W...
