The merry and bright poinsettia brings joy to any Christmas setting, whether in the garden, a planter, or a decorative table display. And the good news is, this festive flower can be grown in all South African microclimates – coastal winter rainfall, summer rainfall...
Gardening is a science as much as an art. Without a working knowledge of gardening products and plant nutrition solutions, a gardener is bound to run into trouble bringing their outdoor vision to life. If you’re a novice green thumb, we bet you know what we’re talking...
Wanting to plant a vegetable garden? It’s a grand time to get started for spring. We cover veggies that thrive this time of the year, as well as the best veggie choices for your climate and top tips. Put on some sunscreen, pull on your gardening gloves and get ready...
The season of regrowth, renewal and rebirth is here! We bet you’re raring to get into your garden to enjoy all of spring’s sweet rewards. But before you do, we urge you to explore this article – full of planting advice and tips for the different South African...
Spring is on its way. So why not use this time to prepare your garden beds for all its growing gifts? Whether your garden has sandy or loamy soil, you’ll want to ensure it’s in peak condition to receive new spring-blooming plants. And luckily for you, the Wonder...
Think of a garden you admire. It may be a friend’s or family member’s, or even a green area near your place of work. Can you picture it? Great. Now, when you look out over this magnificent garden, what is your eye first attracted to? Is it a large tree? Perhaps a...
Crisp winter days just get better with the promise of a spectacular show of seasonal plants. To get the most out of your garden, it is the perfect time to start planting winter flowers to bring in hardy colour. Additionally, winter’s quiet period is an ideal time to...
The greatest joy of gardening? Beyond having a full bloom of blossoms or a hearty harvest of vegetables — is without a doubt it has to be planting a tree. Not only does a tree create shade, provide a haven for wildlife, green your space, but also assists in air...
Autumn is famously known for its falling leaves. But for us, autumn is the season of leafy green vegetables! With the days getting colder, now is the time to plant broccoli, cabbage and spinach for those wholesome winter soups and broths. Are you ready to put your...
Autumn is here, and it’s a busy time for South African gardeners! If your green fingers are itching to get started on your garden maintenance, follow our five gardening tips for an awe-inspiring autumn garden below. From choosing new seasonal flower bulbs to sowing...
