Not all fruit trees take years to produce. Here are the best fruit trees for South African gardens that start bearing in ...

Winter doesn’t have to mean a dull, lifeless balcony or patio. In fact, it’s one of the best times to lean into ...

If opening your wardrobe feels like playing a game of Tetris, you're not alone. Limited closet space is a challenge many of us face.

Leaving selected perennials standing through winter benefits solitary bees, seed-eating birds and your soil. Here are 10 South African garden plants worth keeping.

Not only do they help keep unwanted insects under control, but they're also an important part of a healthy garden ecosystem. Here's why geckos and garden lizards deserve a warm welcome in your outdoor ...

Baking soda, milk, vinegar, cinnamon: do DIY garden fungicides actually work? Here is what the evidence says about each one and how to use them correctly.

Winter in South Africa is actually one of the best times to visit botanical gardens—cooler temperatures, green landscapes, and, in the Cape especially, dramatic cloud cover and mountain backdrops. A ...

Growing cacti from seed requires specific equipment, patience and a controlled environment. Here is a detailed practical ...

Here's everything you need to know about removing yellow stains from pillows and keeping them clean, fluffy and comfortable all year round.