City dwellers and small-space gardeners, spring is the perfect time to transform your balcony, patio, or tiny yard into a green oasis! Even if you only have a few square meters, you can grow a bounty of plants with the right approach. In this article, we’ll share tips...
Spring in the Western Cape brings a unique set of gardening challenges. After months of wet winter weather, local gardens are lush but vulnerable as the dry, hot summer approaches. Now is the time to prepare your garden for this transition. In this guide, we’ll cover...
Fruit in September: Early Starters for a Sweet SummerSpring has sprung, and September fruit planting in South Africa is in full swing. Now’s the perfect time to plant a few early starters that will reward you with a sweet summer harvest. Here are three top fruits to...
Gauteng Spring Lawn Care: Preparing for the First Rains Gauteng spring lawn care is all about waking up your garden after winter and getting it ready for those early rains. Start by clearing winter debris: mow the grass slightly shorter and rake up dry leaves and...
Local Gems for Early Spring Color Why plant the same old petunias when you can have a Spring Spectacle of indigenous blooms? South Africa is home to countless floral treasures that burst into color in early spring – and they’re perfectly adapted to our climate and...
