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Planting in shade | Reader's Digest South AfricaNEWMany plants that survive in full sun can adapt to part shade but they may not grow as quickly or flower as prolifically. Read More.. |
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The Art of Tree TrimmingAn arborist’s view on pruning, tree health and cost-effective gardening |
| Propagating succulentsStarting new plants from cuttings saves on buying them |
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Propagating succulentsStarting new plants from cuttings saves on buying them |
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How to grow lavenderFind all the gardening tips and advice you need to grow lavender ... |
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![]() | Growing Herbs 11Herbs are so useful and growing them can be simple and easy to manage. Here are some tips for planting your own herbs. | ![]() | 6 steps for transforming your garden 6These are the six major steps you should follow if planning to transform your garden. All these steps should be followed before selecting or buying plants. | ![]() | How to grow lavender 3Find all the gardening tips and advice you need to grow lavender | ![]() | Digging & Cultivating 1Digging is the first stage of preparing soil for cropping. In spite of attempts to find alternatives, it remains standard practice – thorough cultivation and good drainage are vital for providing the conditions in which crops thrive. Tackled in the right way, digging is not as hard as many beginners believe. | ![]() | How to Protect Fruit From Birds 1Having lavished months of care on your fruit bushes, there is nothing more exasperating than to see birds gorging themselves on your just-ripening crops. Old CDs strung from branches or sticks bearing rattling lengths of silver foil can be useful for a short time, until the birds get used to them. Netted structures – either temporary or permanent – are the best solution. | ![]() | Lawn maintenance 1Toughen up the turf to keep the grass green | How to remove rose suckers 1Suckers grow below ground on grafted roses and on the stems of standard roses. Grafting uses the rootstock of one plant to attach to another. | How to plant a bare-root tree 1Step-by-step instructions for planting a bare-root tree | ![]() | The Art of Tree Trimming 1An arborist’s view on pruning, tree health and cost-effective gardening | ![]() | Making Gardening EasierHere are some gardening tips to make it easier for you to enjoy your hobby- remember, gardening isn't meant to be stressful. |
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