Behind every award-winning garden lies not just the expertise of its gardeners, but the dedication and leadership that drive their success. At Brahman Hills situated in the KZN Midlands, this success story is embodied by Abongile Majola, who started his journey as a...
Nature has provided plants with a number of adaptations to save water. Choose succulents and plants with the following traits and you’ve found your water warrior winners. Succulents In plant terms, a succulent is a plant with fleshy leaves or stems that it uses to...
Whenever you use water, try to make sure you don’t just use it once. Here are some ways you can reuse it to stretch every drop of precious H2O. There’s a finite amount of water on earth, meaning that every drop we use has been used countless times before and will be...
It’s time to embrace your inner floral artist and bring beautiful blooms from your own garden indoors. The best flowers to use as cut flowers are flowering perennials, shrubs and even trees that have flowers and foliage as they last long in water and provide all...
If at all possible, the new agapanthus varieties on the market this year are bigger, better, more intense in colour and destined to become garden favourites in no time. In previous issues of The Gardener we’ve talked about the fantastic Agapanthus ‘Blackjack’ that won...
Salvias may be tough and low-maintenance, but we’ve got some tips that will help you to unleash their superpowers in the garden. Imagine a group of plants that are so attractive and useful that their awesomeness couldn’t be contained in a whole library. These plants...
These three plants never disappoint in the perennial quest for effortless garden beauty. We’ve all had those moments when we yearn for a low-maintenance garden that can still captivate with its vibrant colours and textures. But choosing the right plants can be a...
The magic mathematics of a good-looking pot, starts with a thriller, a filler and a spiller. Potted magic This ratio of plants is the beginning of potted success. Our contrasting colour combination here will brighten up any spot in need of a makeover. You will need: A...
In South Africa, if your lavender has been in your garden for more than two years, well, you’re a botanical boss! If not, we have some suggestions. Lavenders love warm and dry conditions, plus they are relatively hardy against the cold and can withstand light frost....
Lavender brings life to the garden with its vibrant purple hues and a fragrance that puts perfumes to shame. A sun-loving superstar that attracts bees and butterflies while keeping pesky insects at bay, it thrives in well-drained sandy soil. This botanical diva is...
Stefan Smuts, winner of Die Groenste Vingers Season 2, has loved working with flowers since he was a kid, helping his grandmother with floral decorations for functions. At the age of sixteen, he created all the flower arrangements for a wedding, by...
A brand-new and the youngest outfit of SANA’s (South African Nursery Association) subsidiaries is called Sprout South Africa. It was created with the intention of bringing a little bit more of nature's quality of life into people's homes and daily lives. Due to...
Die Groenste Vingers is a reality competition series where 15 of the country’s top flower fundis compete to be crowned as having Die Groenste Vingers. Participants take part in different weekly challenges where they must each design and create unique floral...
Die Groenste Vingers is a reality competition series where 15 of the country’s top flower fundis compete to be crowned as having Die Groenste Vingers. Participants take part in different weekly challenges where they must each design and create unique floral...
Die Groenste Vingers is a reality competition series where 15 of the country’s top flower fundis compete to be crowned as having Die Groenste Vingers. Participants take part in different weekly challenges where they must each design and create unique floral...
Gardens are incomplete without at least one lavender plant. These popular perennials add a touch of purple to flower beds, borders, and everywhere in between. They are also incredibly resilient and low-maintenance, perfect for gardeners with little time on their hands...
Watering is one of the most frequent care tasks in indoor gardening. Unfortunately, it is also the area where most new houseplant owners go wrong. From overwatering to lack of drainage, there are many common mistakes that can lead to the demise of your plants. Avoid...
Although mulching can be time-consuming and tedious, it is one of the best things you can do for your garden. Mulch retains moisture in the soil, helping the plants and saving water at the same time. Some mulches are also excellent weed suppressors and make beds look...