We’ve been so spoiled with rain this summer and there’s certainly been no shortage of lush greenery in the garden. March has its own almost-autumn adventures in store with intelligent ornamental grasses leading the pack. It’s time to unearth the internet underground, prep cool-season herbs, and keep an eye out for some pesky bugs.    Networking, smart grass  Plants have a secret language underground that allows them to ‘talk’ to each other. Communities of plants network amongst themselves to transfer information about the environment, share nutrients, and even provide help to ..read more

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F is for Fearless February! Dare to do something different and come buzz on the wild side with Life is a Garden as we explore the beauty of beekeeping. Whether you live on a plot or farm, townhouse or flat – the enchanting world of beehives, honey extraction, bee courses and baked goods are all available to you. Here’s the basics to get you going.    Beekeeping has a few rules  Before we fly on, there are specific by-laws for beekeeping stipulated by the Metropolitan Municipality Public Health. You can’t own a hive on your balcony in the suburbs, for example, but you can go on ..read more

Life is a Garden received press coverage to the amount of R427 376.33 in the month of December. The below spreadsheet shows the total press coverage that Life is a Garden received in the month of December 2023. To view the Life is a Garden –  December “Redbook” actual press clippings, please click here: https://www.redbook.co.za/share/book/ed1523b1f9c26a89a5ab037a6e783c2e Marketing Snapshot     The post LIAG PRESS CLIPPINGS – DECEMBER 2023 appeared first on Life is a Garden ..read more

Flowering and edible arches are arguably one of the most stylish and elegant features of a garden. Ideal in large spaces where a focal point of interest is needed, over entrances as a dramatic touch, or in small gardens where a compact cluster of blooms steals the show – arches are full of charm and for everyone! Follow Life is a Garden’s top aching tips and plant picks to get cracking on your first New Year’s gardening project. Good advice for getting started  Here are a few important factors to consider when purchasing or building an arch. Take careful note of the size of the s ..read more

Tidy up time Neaten borders and beds, turn over the compost heap, and mulch well after weeding.  Festive trees Plant wild gardenia (Gardenia thunbergia), Henkel’s yellowwood (Podocarpus henkelii ), and Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Gold Crest’. Homegrown herbs Plant mint, rosemary, thyme, chives, basil, and rocket.   Try this: Grow different coloured basil between your petunias and other flowering annuals. Go for purple basil (spicy-scented with purple leaves and pink flowers), ‘Siam queen’ (green leaves with square purple stems), and ‘Magical Michael’ (com ..read more

Growing up, up and away Grow to infinity and beyond  Small space sanctuaries Petite patio paradises Creepers and climbers for all spaces   Utilise your space and get creative with explorer plants that love to climb and crawl. There is still plenty of gardening to be done in compact gardens, on the patio, and all around your balcony. Don’t let space restrictions limit your green fingers this new year.  Best trellis trailers  Creepers and climbers will go to town on any wall, pillar, or arch where trellis support is possible. Consider these indigenous showstopp ..read more

Life is a Garden received press coverage to the amount of R1 369 411.14 in the month of November. The below spreadsheet shows the total press coverage that Life is a Garden received in the month of November 2023. To view the Life is a Garden –  November “Redbook” actual press clippings, please click here: https://www.redbook.co.za/share/book/f0b256cf8a74cee56af469a522b28e63 Marketing Snapshot     The post LIAG PRESS CLIPPINGS – NOVEMBER 2023 appeared first on Life is a Garden ..read more

Your summer garden is in for a real treat with these three show-stopping new hydrangea hybrids in bloom now.  Magical revolution (Hydrangea macrophylla magical) is an absolute must-have. This compact, bushy, deciduous shrub bares clusters of flowers that change colour as time passes. Every day is a magical experience with a rainbow transformation of hues to look forward to.  Grow guide: Semi-shade or full sun, moist but well-drained soil, good for containers, beds and borders. Disease hardy but look out for red spider mite and scale. 2. Endless summer (Hydrangea m ..read more

Picture your next swim; chemical-free and full of life - that’s the sort of posh pool we’re after! Success means different things to different people, but we’d like to think that a living pool is one of those grand stamps of achievement and style for the gardener. Known also as eco-pools or Earth pools, these swimmable (and often drinkable) mini wetland-lakes are the perfect waterway back to Mother Nature. Get connected and join Life is a Garden with top South African experts as we splash into the magical world of biofiltered, living water!    Swap the chlorine for nature’s green A ..read more