Water-wise gardening
Water is an essential and life dependent part of the garden, especially during the drought season. Water is vital to hydrate plant cells to aid plant processes including growth, but water is lost through leaves.
Design a tropical slice of paradise in your garden!
Imagine transforming your outdoor space into a haven of lush, green plants with dramatic foliage , punctuated by some vibrantly coloured blooms.
November gardening to do list
Time to get busy in the garden so it will look amazing all summer long!
Confetti bushes can be pruned hard in November, and also Leucospermums, Buchus and Proteas when they have finished flowering.
Plants need water!
Water is an essential and life dependent part of the garden, especially during the drought season.
Tackle garden weeds!
Weeds can appear almost overnight to invade and spread on borders and veggie plots in a bid to take over, sapping the nutrients from the soil.
Be Dazzled by Dahlias!
For amazing drama and colour dahlias are in a class of their own for any location, whether in borders or patio containers.
Vertical Garden Design
When space is tight, planting vertical surfaces offers a great way to add colour to your garden, and even grow some edibles! Think big – vertical interest at eye level gives extra growing space and habitat for pollinators like bees, butterflies and insects, and the overall impression your garden is actually larger!
Side Show!
Bedding plants are invaluable for edging flower borders and pathways. By creatively selecting plants to suit the style of the garden you can design the perfect edging to compliment your flower beds. If the borders are in full sun choose plants that will tolerate the hot, dry seasons.
Landscaping a sloping garden
A sloping garden can present all sorts of challenges, so try to visualise its potential. With some thought and careful planning you can create a garden with the ‘wow’ factor!
Get ready to welcome Spring!
Spring has arrived so time to get busy in the garden to ensure your outside space will look its best, as well as providing a bountiful harvest!