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  • Hemerocallis
    August 30, 2024

    Cultivating and Caring for Hemerocallis in Your Garden

    Hemerocallis, the scientific name for daylilies, has a fancy ring to it, right? These vibrant flowers belong to the Xanthorrhoeaceae family. The name ‘Hemerocallis’ is derived from the Greek words ‘hemera’ (day) and ‘kallos’ (beauty). Despite the common name, daylilies...

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  • The Life and Times of Winter Bulbs
    June 26, 2024

    The Life and Times of Winter Bulbs

    In our fast-paced lives, we expect things to happen quicker than a cheetah on caffeine. However, nature operates on a different timeline, especially when it comes to bulbs. So, sit back, relax, and let's explore the life and times of...

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  • Lean into Lilies
    May 30, 2024

    Lean into Lilies

    Hold onto your gardening gloves, ladies (and gent), because we're diving into the wild world of lilies! With over 100 species, these prima donnas come in all shapes and sizes. Trumpet-shaped, cup-shaped, reflexed, bowl-shaped—you name it, they flaunt it.  Now,...

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  • Growing daffodils in South Africa
    March 19, 2024

    Growing daffodils in South Africa

    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...

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  • Agapanthus: Cool Beauty For Sweltering Summers
    January 12, 2024

    Agapanthus: Cool Beauty For Sweltering Summers

    Get ready for a botanical love affair, or as the legendary UK gardener Alan Titchmarsh puts it, "Sex on stalks" - his way of charmingly describing Agapanthus praecox. Forget the elegant common names like African Lily or Lily of the...

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  • 50 Wholesome Ways To Celebrate Garden Day
    October 13, 2023

    50 Wholesome Ways To Celebrate Garden Day

    Garden Day holds a special place in the hearts of gardeners. It's a chance to set aside your gardening tools and simply revel in the pleasure of being in your garden, appreciating the fruits of your labour thus far. Importantly,...

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  • Cultivating Beautiful Amaryllis Flowers with Ease
    August 24, 2023

    Cultivating Beautiful Amaryllis Flowers with Ease

    Hippeastrum, affectionately known as amaryllis, ranks among the world's most cherished potted plants, and it's not difficult to see why. This true bulb is both quick and easy to grow, making it as endearing as it is captivating. With warmer...

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