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•October 2, 2017•

ROSE CARE

October is rose month! We are quickly heading towards summer and the change of seasons is evident in the beautiful abundance of flowers everywhere. To keep your roses looking lovely all through the summer, you will need to make sure that you care for them properly now. WATERING: With increasing temperatures your roses will need to be...
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•October 2, 2017•

TOP 5 INDIGENOUS SUCCULENTS

South Africa’s indigenous succulents are not only stunning but also hardy, water-wise and perfect for creating low-maintenance, year-round interest in your garden. Here’s 5 of our favourites with tips on how to use them in the garden: Kalanchoe thyrsiflora Why Plant It? Striking, paddle-shaped leaves with a red blush on the edges. Drought-tolerant and thrives...
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•October 2, 2017•

FERTILISING HINTS AND TIPS

Spring is the most important season for applying fertiliser to most plants in the garden. Here is some simple advice. Always read the instructions and apply fertiliser at the recommended rate Never put granular fertiliser or organic pellets close to the stem of a plant Sprinkle on the surface of the soil around the drip...
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•September 25, 2017•

LONG LASTING ROSEMARY

Rosemary or Rosmarinus officinalis is cultivated all around the world and is one of the most common culinary herbs found in local gardens. It’s easy to grow in a sunny well drained position and adapts well to pot culture. Plants last for a reasonably long time compared to many other herbs, growing into shrubby little...
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