The castor oil plant brings an exotic structure to the garden with its dramatic leaves. The bold, glossy leaves, reddish-purple in colour, are one of the main a...
Snake plants are among the world's most loved houseplants for their easy care and air purifying qualities. It's always wise to learn about the houseplants you h...
These easy-to-care climbers offer attractive clusters of blooms in white, yellow, orange, and red shades. A delicacy for many wildlife pollinators, honeysuckles...
Mint is a wonderful herb with many uses in cooking, tea, and natural remedies, but without the right precautions, it can invade raised beds, flower beds, and ve...
Though one of the coldest months in SA, June is a beautiful month to be born. The days might be shorter, but the nights are longer and cosy, and (in some parts)...
Plant division is a smart technique gardeners use to grow their plant collection. While it is a necessary step for plants that grow in clumps, not all plants ca...
The pumpkin is a vegetable with nutrients as large as its size the entire plant provides tasty and healthy benefit from, the seeds and leaves and fruits of the ...
Coconut coir is a fresh-smelling soil alternative that has many beneficial uses in the garden.
Coconut husks are extracted, washed, dried, and used to make ...
Plants with colourful leaves and flowers brighten up the garden, making it a vibrant space that invites birds and beneficial insects. Select a few easy-care, un...
There’s something timeless about terracotta pots. Their earthy colour, rustic look, and natural feel bring a warm charm to patios, balconies, and garden beds. I...
