July Garden Guide

Whether you love the cosy atmosphere of winter or it’s not your favourite season, one thing we can all agree on is that winter’s beauty shines even brighter when paired with the brilliance of winter-growing, spring-blooming bulbs. You might even spot a few already popping up, adding a much-needed splash of colour to your garden. Here's our July Garden Guide.

Winter Bulbs in Bloom

Winter bulbs are glorious geophytes (rhizomes, tubers, corms, tuberous roots, and true bulbs) that begin to grow in response to the drop in temperature. Incredible, isn’t it? This marvellous cycle of growth is enough to inspire you through the winter months, especially if the season makes you feel like going into your own dormancy.

Here are the winter bulbs that are first to brighten the cold days with their vibrant blossoms.

• Anemone

• Babiana

• Cyclamen 

• Daffodils

• Hyacinthoides 

• Hyacinth

• Kniphofia 

• Tulbaghia 

• Waterblommetjie

Bulb tip : remember to feed your plants after flowering. This ensures that the bulb takes in the necessary nutrients during the growth cycle that will be stored for the following season’s blooms. 

Grow Something Real: Summer Bulb Preorder for 2025 Begins 11 July

The wait is almost over. Dahlia, gladiolus, and amaryllis on your brain? Good news, you can preorder these and other super summer bulbs from 11 July. After that, you can relax and wait until your bulbs are delivered to you from mid-August. The wait for dahlia is a little longer as they are shipped from early October as that is the start of the optimal planting time for dahlia in South Africa.

How it works:

1. Choose the summer bulbs you’d love to grow.

2. Place your order and secure your bulbs with payment.

3. Sit back while we prepare your bulbs for delivery.

4. We start shipping summer bulbs from mid-August. Dahlias are delivered separately from early October at the optimal planting time. 

How to Make Plastic-Free July Count

Here are some simple ways to make a difference this Plastic-Free July and inspire you to rethink the use of plastic in your gardening space:

• Plant in terracotta pots instead of plastic.

• Repurpose any plastic pots you already have.

• Use biodegradable twine instead of plastic ties.

• Swap plastic seedling trays for biodegradable pots.

• Take a reusable bag when buying garden supplies from your local nursery or garden centre.

Remember to focus on progress, not perfection. Small changes can also make a real difference.

What to Plant Now

Are your hands itching to get planting? We think its a good idea to keep your hands warm with planting out these fabulous bulbs. Get your gardening gloves ready for handling these beauts.

• Lilies

• Seed potatoes

• Asparagus

Make sure to mulch by providing a cosy layer of compost after planting.

There’s more! Take a peek at our evergreen collection and fill your space with a bounty of perennial beauty. No garden? No problem. Bearded iris, daylilies, and similar favourites look just as stunning in pots.

Not keen on the planning? We do it for you with our Bulb of the Month Club. Choose your package and receive a wonderful selection of bulbs ready to plant out in your garden or in pots. The benefit? Real value meets real joy! Happy growing!

Prefer something quick and easy? We’ve got you covered.

Easy-Growing Seeds for a Quick Harvest

• Microgreens - 1 week to harvest

• Salad greens - 3 weeks to harvest

• Spinach - 3 weeks to harvest

• Radish - 3 weeks to harvest

If you fancy a good dose of self-reliance, consider investing in a greenhouse. It will help you grow year-round while giving your seeds, seedlings, and plants the benefit of more controlled conditions.

Fill Your Space with Flowers and Plants While You Wait

Let’s be honest, gardening is often about patience before the bloom - and that wait makes flowering time all the sweeter. However, it certainly doesn’t hurt to fill your home with stunning cut flowers and lush green plants in the meantime.

Enjoy the ease of pre-potted plants delivered to your door. Simply choose your plant and your pot, and we’ll take care of the rest. After all, when it comes to creating your indoor jungle, you can never have too many plants or flowers! 

Speaking of flowers, have you heard about our latest offering? We now deliver freshly cut, farm-grown flowers straight to your door. Treat yourself or a loved one to a once-off delivery (a perfect gift idea), or join our subscription to enjoy fresh blooms monthly.

Each delivery includes:

• 20 stems (50–60 cm in length)

• Complimentary foliage

• Cut flower food

• Eco-friendly Chrysal water well packaging to protect and preserve freshness
  
  

What’s more, for six months of the year, our cut flower subscribers receive bonus seasonal blooms, fresh from the farm, ensuring your space always shines with natural beauty.

View here.

The beauty of nature lies in its seasons, reminding us to live within them with joy. When we align our cultivation with nature’s rhythms, we can embrace growth, blooming at the right time and welcoming rest when it is due. As you tend your garden, remember that it tends to you, too. Take nature’s wisdom—lessons wrapped in blossoms—and step into a month filled with real growth and beauty. Happy July gardening!