Trees with aggressive roots
All ‘Acacia’ now Senegalia and Vachellia species – Thorn Trees Breonadia salicina – Matumi Bridelia micrantha – Mitzeeri Buddleja salvifolia – Sage Bush Cussonia paniculata
The value of mulch
In hot, dry weather, mulch protects the roots and prevents evaporation. In cold, frosty weather it protects the roots from the cold.It also helps to suppress
Fertilize in April to prepare for winter
April is the month to prepare your plants for winter. Fertilize with an organic 2.3.2 as that will result in strong roots to aid your
Frost Protection using Veld Grass
At the beginning of winter cover the trunk of your young tree with a bundle of veld grass and tie securely. This will protect your
How to get the best display of flowers from your Clivia plants.
Clivia do like an acid soil and you can achieve this by adding bark chips to the soil as it lowers the PH levels. Don’t
The Language of flowers
The language of flowers dates back to the early Chinese Dynasties and was brought to Europe by the King of Sweden in 1714. Queen Victoria’s
Love Charms made from SA plants
Acacia caffra – roots are a love charm. Aptemia cordata Asparagus virgatus – Love charm and a protective charm. Burchellia bubalina roots. Combretum erythrophyllum roots
The meaning of flower colours
Red flowers send a clear message of love and passion while orange flowers offer happiness and joy. Pink flowers combine innocence, playfulness and sensitivity. Yellow
Black spots on Vachellia/ Acacia xanthophloea bark
Unfortunately this fungal disease is rather common on Fever Trees. The fungus has been identified as a rust, similar to Uromyces. The suggestion is to
Egg shells – a useful thing to do
Save your egg shells and once they have dried out you can grind them or put them in a paper bag and roll with your