Ah, the ranunculus, the darling of the spring garden! You may know them as ranonkels, ranuncs, or even, Persian buttercups but let’s be real, you could call them Fred and they would still be fabulous. These floral superstars bring their...
Ah, the daffodil, nature's little burst of sunshine! These cheerful trumpeters of spring are like the garden's way of saying, "Hey there winter, pack your bags, it's time for you to go!" Daffodils know what they want, and if you...
Tritonia, which shares family ties with the Ixia genus in the Iridaceae family, is the plant equivalent of that reliable friend who always shows up. Known as blazing star or garden montbretia, the 28-odd species of Tritonia are like the...
Ah, the Polianthes, also known as tuberose – has a scent so intoxicating it could charm the socks off anyone within a whiffing distance. This Mexican native was once the Aztecs' secret weapon, adding a dash of it to their...
Ornithogalum, affectionately known as "chincs" in South Africa, truly shines as the star of the plant world—literally. This local gem features star-shaped flowers that cluster in an umbel atop robust stems. The name ‘Ornithogalum’ however means "bird's milk," thanks to...
July is here, and soon some of your favourite winter and spring-flowering blooms will be too. Here’s what to do in your garden this month, to enjoy an abundance of happy flowers and plants dancing all around you. Plant out...
Let June be June! Sure, the cold might be creeping in, but us gardeners? We're not easily scared off. The show must go on, darling! I mean, come on, the whole spring extravaganza is counting on us. Here’s what to...
