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With food prices skyrocketing in South Africa and the constant loadshedding it is getting harder and harder to make ends meet. While we can’t control price increases or loadshedding there are some simple things that you can do to survive price increases and make it a little easier to cope …

If you’re eager to enjoy fresh produce from your garden but don’t want to wait for slow-growing crops, consider planting fast growing greens. These veggies can be harvested within a month or two, giving you a quick and satisfying taste of your garden’s bounty. To ensure a steady supply of …

Teaching kids gardening has much more than nutritional benefits. It also helps promote family bonding and teaches children about different plants. Alicia Beltran, a research dietitian at the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center at Baylor, shares that teaching gardening to kids offers a comprehensive experience. It enables them to bond …

The process of installing a fence involves far more than meets the eye. A fence not only serves as an effective boundary marker, but it may also enhance the appearance of your house from the outside. It can also give security, promote privacy, and offer protection from outside factors. Coming …

A backyard pond can add colour and life to any landscape, and it’s a do-it-yourself project that almost anyone can complete. We’ll show you how to build a pond or water feature with a waterfall to add beauty and serenity to your backyard. This article will go over: How to …

Tracy Williams, successful entrepreneur, Head of Sales and Operations at Rolux and mom of twins, has some ideas on getting your kids to ditch their screens this December and dirty their hands in the garden instead. It’s every parent’s greatest challenge in the digital age – balancing children’s screen time …

The lawn usually makes up for the largest part of most home gardens; a lush green one though complements the whole house and makes the rest of your outside area look neat. As much as the spring/summer season is meant to be the absolute best time of the year to …

Historic Stellenbosch homestead Old Nectar has appointed well-known horticulturist Cherise Viljoen as its general manager. A former senior manager of SANBI’s famous Kirstenbosch Garden, Cherise will oversee amongst others, Old Nectar’s expansive landscape filled with heritage plants that has been the premier destination for garden-lovers for over 70 years. “Cherise’s appointment …

There are so many health benefits, both mentally and physically, that your children get from playing in the great outdoors. The fresh air is not only healthy for them, but it tires them out and gives the inside of your house a chance to breathe – and you the chance …

Being able to create a stunning outside space is a huge benefit to owning a home. Whether you naturally have a green-thumb or hire someone to do it for you, having a garden gives you more space for entertaining and relaxing and allows you to enjoy every aspect of your …

If your house is near big trees, then you must cut the trees before it sheds down to your home or create any difficulty for your family. Fоr thоѕе unsure whаt іt costs tо remove a trее, the overall ѕіzе of the tree іѕ a mаjоr fасtоr іn thе соѕt …

The average homeowner who has a garden spends most of the summertime outside, but many do neglect to prepare their lawns until it’s too late in the season. By spending a little time before the warmer weather arrives preparing your grass, you will have a much happier time when the …

Every gardener needs a water hose and with it comes it storage equipment, a garden hose reel. A hose reel is an investment that you should research on before making a buy. This is because not all of them have the same standards when it comes to make and even …

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Keeping gardening maintenance as simple as possible is easier said than done. However, the right advice can really save you time and effort. Some of these tips might seem simple, and you are probably already doing some of them, but it is always good to know what you are doing …

Tree Lopping refers to the cutting of larger portions of the trees which is acceptable only if done to prevent the trees from falling or interfering with the nearby buildings or power lines. There are certain acts that prevent unnecessary tree lopping. Before doing a tree lopping it is advisable …

Gardens have amazing therapeutic and lifestyle benefits that can help us keep ahold of our mental and physical health. These benefits extend to children who participate in gardening activities, as they develop an appreciation for nature’s growth and life cycles. Many gardeners find it to be a healing activity in …

There are many benefits to getting your kids to do gardening activities and enjoy the outdoors. Spring has sprung, the flowers are blooming, and the sun is shining. There is no better way than to spend quality time with the family than doing a bit of gardening and spend time …

Kids love getting their hands dirty and being outdoors. There are so many benefits associated with kids gardening activities. Through this physical development activity, children can develop their object control skills, locomotor skills as well as body management skills while learning about the different plant species and what they need …