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THE IMPORTANCE OF EARTHWORMS

THE IMPORTANCE OF EARTHWORMS

The importance of earthworms in our garden soils cannot be unstated. They are a quick and visual guide to how healthy your garden soils are, lots of earthworms in a square foot of soil is the goal to having healthy plants. Few or no earthworms in your gardens indicates a big problem and a continuing […]

PLANT NOW AND ENJOY THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOUR

PLANT NOW AND ENJOY THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOUR

Well we can’t help with the weather or your location, but we can help you recreate that Mediterranean feel in your garden. And we’ll even throw in some lemons for your G&T. Dwarf fruit trees are fast becoming the latest accessory for those wanting to create their own slice of the Med. Because they grow […]

THE BEAUTY OF TREES

THE BEAUTY OF TREES

Most people love the scenic beauty of trees in the landscape, what would be a landscape without them? They improve the quality of air we breathe and they beautify our homes, parks cities and landscapes. But, when you are planting them in your garden they can also block drains, cast shadows, hide important views, undermine […]

STYLISH SUCCULENTS

STYLISH SUCCULENTS

If you want to create a strong statement in your garden then succulents should take centre stage. Their bold architectural form and striking foliage provides year-round interest with the added bonus of vibrant flowers in winter. (Aloe polyphylla flowering) They come in a variety of dramatic shapes and sizes to suit any garden. Their tough, […]

SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL - case study part 2

SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL – case study part 2

The rational This small, sunny courtyard space calls for a modern, simple design both inviting and functional. It is also important that it complements the contemporary interior décor. The key to the success of a space this size is simplicity, proportion, unity and functionality. It is viewed and accessed from the main living room, so […]

Winter Crops and Flowers

Winter Crops and Flowers

Timing is one of the most important aspects of gardening if you wish to have fresh vegetables to eat straight from the garden during winter and colourful flower displays in your borders and containers. Timing requires that you plant about now, seeds or seedlings that will just about reach maturity as winter sets in. If […]

Roses in June

Roses in June

images courtecy: Roaches Nurseries Roses as we all know are a deciduous plant and in winter they shed their leaves and have a nice rest till the advent of spring. With the weather being so mild to date, our friends the roses, are still in leaf with some flowers on a few plants. The longer […]

Keeping Plants Happy and Alive in Winter

Keeping Plants Happy and Alive in Winter

Winter might be a bit of a hard time for us with the wet and cold but at least we can get warm & dry by putting on dry clothing or lighting a fire. If you were a plant stuck in a pot or in a garden there is nothing you could do to combat […]