There's a good chance you've spotted a Fiscal Shrike perched on a fence post, telephone wire or the highest branch in your garden, quietly scanning the ground b...
Winter gardens often get a bad reputation for looking bare and lifeless, but the right plants prove otherwise. While many flowers take a seasonal break, shrubs ...
If there's one plant that has earned a loyal following for both its quirky appearance and easy-going nature, it's the air plant. These fascinating plants seem t...
July sits at the deepest point of the South African winter. Growth has slowed or stopped across most species, frost remains a real risk on the Highveld through ...
Spot a shield-shaped bug in your garden and your first thought might be that it's bad news. After all, many gardeners associate shield bugs (often called stink ...
Fresh-cut flowers have a way of brightening up a room, but if you've ever wondered why your beautiful bouquet starts looking tired after just a few days, the an...
Not every houseplant enjoys life in a steamy bathroom or humid conservatory. In fact, many popular indoor plants prefer drier conditions and can struggle when t...
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...
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...
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...
