Welcome to Gardening in South Africa!

In this article you will learn exciting ways to combine the various shades, tints and tones of bougainvilleas to create a stunning effect in the landscape. Learn how to grow and care for bougainvilleas and how to select the best companion plants so they are able to flourish together. Even if you dream of a tropical looking garden but wish to use cooler shades like white or pale pink, there is a bougainvillea variety that will suit your needs.

In this article you will learn exciting ways to combine the various shades, tints and tones of bougainvilleas to create a stunning effect in the…

With the growing popularity of kale, many different heirloom and hybrid varieties have become available to home gardeners in South Africa, and with so many different types to choose from, you may be wondering which are best for you. Learn about the different kales to decide which ones will best suit your garden and taste.

Spinach is a rewarding cool season crop that can be grown in spaces large or small to provide healthy organic greens all season long. South African gardeners have a good selection to choose from, including those that are slower to bolt in warm weather. Learn more about these spinach varieties and the various methods of growing them.

May is the perfect time to plant Iceland Poppy seedlings in South Africa, and these easy to grow old-time favourites will brighten up even the coldest winter day. They combine beautifully with most winter flowering annuals and make a fantastic backdrop for spring flowering bulbs. Learn which colours and companion plants will show off your Iceland Poppies the best.

May is the perfect time to plant Iceland Poppy seedlings in South Africa, and these easy to grow old-time favourites will brighten up even the…

Did you know that Africa is known as “the fire continent” as more of Africa burns each year than any other continent on Earth? Being…

One of the questions most often asked is: “Are palm trees fire resistant?” In my research, this subject seems to be contentious, with fire officials…

There are some core reasons why you should plant fire retardant trees and shrubs around the perimeter or high resistance zone of your property to…

The list below includes both exotic and indigenous plants that can be used in  all three zones of a firescaped garden: The fire resistant ‘Buffer…