Growing your own vegetables during the winter months can be both rewarding and practical, especially when you choose varieties that thrive in cooler conditions ...
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...
You do not need a sprawling garden to support wildlife. A balcony, courtyard, townhouse patch or narrow side bed can become part of a much bigger ecological net...
As the colder months begin to settle in and fireplaces across South Africa roar back to life, it’s worth remembering that a little maintenance can go a long way...
As autumn draws to a close and the nights begin to bite, the garden needs attention. Preparing your beds for winter is one of the most valuable things you can d...
The most satisfying gardens have something happening in every month of the year. Not necessarily a spectacular display in every season, but something: a flush o...
The autumn and winter months are wonderfully colourful in the rainfall areas of South Africa. This is where we see many flowers bloom in the cooler months. But ...
Walking through the vegetable garden to find limp leaves, tiny fruits and dispiriting yields is a frustrating experience, particularly when you have put real ti...
Most tomato-growing advice assumes you have a sunny bed or at least a south-facing patio. But what if your outdoor space is shaded, cramped, or simply lacks the...
Autumn in South Africa is like a second spring in a way, especially for the Western provinces of the country. With the intense summer heat behind, some flowers ...
