Growing herbs is a rewarding and healthy way to spice up your everyday meals. However, some plants make poor neighbours for these garnishes—thankfully, several ...
There’s a certain kind of garden that doesn’t shout for attention. It just is - calm, considered, quietly beautiful in every season. Think less “look at me” and...
The winter climate is perfect for cultivating a range of aromatic and flavourful herbs that can be used in cooking, home remedies and even DIY projects. These n...
There’s something quietly hopeful about planting bulbs in autumn. While the garden settles into its slower season, a few hours spent tucking bulbs into the soil...
Gone are the days when veggie gardens were tucked behind the washing line or hidden in a forgotten corner of the yard.
South African gardens are getting a d...
The idea behind the 70/30 rule is straightforward: dedicate at least seventy per cent of your garden to plants indigenous to your region and allow thirty per ce...
Growing your own vegetables during the winter months can be both rewarding and practical, especially when you choose varieties that thrive in cooler conditions ...
Fungal problems, particularly powdery mildew, are among the most frustrating issues in a home garden. They appear seemingly overnight, spread quickly, and are d...
Mulch is a gardener’s ally, protecting soil, conserving moisture, and suppressing weeds. But what happens when mulch ages, breaks down, or seems to have lost it...
Of all the vegetables worth growing, asparagus requires the most patience before it delivers. Plant the crowns in late winter or early spring and you will be wa...
