As Shakespeare once wrote “Of all flowers, methinks rose is best” and we couldn’t agree more. The rose is one of the oldest flowers in cultivation, beloved by humans for millennia. Beauty, elegance, versatility, fragrance, the rose has it…
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When you think of flowers for the dinner table, the first image that pops into your mind is the floral centrepiece, which is purely ornamental. But wouldn’t dinner look awesome if you had flowers on your plate as well?…
Bees are important because they produce honey – this is something that everyone knows and agrees upon. But there’s more to it. While it is true that we should always be grateful for being spoiled by honeybees with this…
Nobody likes mosquitoes. They can quickly turn a pleasant evening outside into an annoying itchy night. This annoying insect not only leaves itchy bites, but they can also transmit serious diseases. So how do you repel mosquitoes? Are there…
Vibrant pop of colour? Tick. Easy to grow? Tick. Attractive blossoms and foliage? Tick. Super easy to propagate and multiply? Tick. The humble Geranium ticks all the boxes. Some varieties have a beautiful scent. Others even edible. They’ll add…
Native to South Africa, clivia plants are popular houseplants that can survive in almost any environment. They are evergreen perennials, thrive in shaded areas, and come in many different colours. You can easily grow clivias both indoors and outdoors,…
If you’re a flower lover then there’s never been a better time to explore your passion. The internet is full of people sharing their love of flowers with the world. The only issue is that there’s only so much…
Flower lovers are spoilt for choice these days when it comes to content. With all the websites that have beautiful pictures of flowers and all the information you could possibly want to know, you’re never more than a mouse…
Dahlias might be considered a little old fashioned by some, but they’re growing in popularity in Australia. Looking at them you can see why; they have big colourful blooms and can fit into just about any garden. Fortunately, they’re…
Tulips are a fantastic plant to grow in your garden and while they aren’t the trickiest plant to grow, there are still plenty of mistakes to be made. This guide is designed to take you from complete beginner to…