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Bulbs
•April 12, 2021•

DUTCH IRIS

Before planting Dutch Iris bulbs, it’s best to work some compost into the soil and also place compost on the soil surface to create a cooling mulch.  Dutch Iris bulbs should only be planted from early May when the weather is much cooler.  Plant the bulbs at a depth of about 5cm.  They can be...
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•April 2, 2021•

SPARAXIS

Sparaxis creates a joyful carpet of kaleidoscope colours and to be happy, it just needs a full sun spot to bake in.  Sparaxis can grow and bloom in poor soil. For optimal growth, loosen the soil to a depth of 20cm and work in compost. The soil should also be well-draining, so add sand if...
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•April 2, 2021•

RANUNCULUS

Prized for their brightly coloured, ruffled petals and long vase life, these brilliant bloomers stand tall on straight stems and produce many flowers per bulb. Soak the bulbs for 3 to 4 hours in tepid water before planting outside to give them a head start.  Ranunculus needs well-draining soil that is watered often. If the...
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•April 2, 2021•

FREESIAS

The Freesia is a corm (bulbo-tuber) and is indigenous to South Africa.  Their flowers have a unique, strong scent.  Plant your freesias out in sunny areas and their stems will remain short.  Plant them out in partial shade, and their stems will stretch, sometimes long enough to require support.  Protection from the heat will extend...
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