Kids Gardening: Christmas Amaryllis
Here's a fun gardening project for the kids, and one that is rewarding and educational. Let them pot up an Amaryllis bulb for a bold splash of red colour - just in time for Christmas.
The shady side of summer
Summer temperatures are on the increase and depending on where you live, this summer could be shaping up to be a scorcher for you. As temperatures climb, many of us retreat indoors. However, it is possible to enjoy being outside throughout the sultry months if you take a few steps to keep your outdoor living spaces as cool as possible.
Elements for great patio design
South Africans have warm, wonderful weather for most of the year and it’s one of the reasons why we spend the spring and summer months outdoors. A garden, whether small or large, can be designed to accommodate a patio area – or garden room - that becomes a personal sanctuary and an extension of indoor living space.
How to propogate succulents
Succulents are becoming popular for residential gardens not only because of their beauty, but also because they are low maintenance and many varieties are easy to re-pot.
Children’s project: Container Creativity
Have some fun with your children recycling old containers to make pretty new homes for plants. The experts from Life is a Garden show us how.
Keep it cool with a sparkling pool
Summer is here... And that means we are all going to be spending more time in or next to the swimming pool. With a wide choice of pool products on the market, it’s hard to tell which is best for your pool. Here’s how to determine what will meet your requirements.
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