While South Africa is heading into the hottest months of the year, January and February, the reminder that winter is around the corner lies in the fact that it is already time to start planning your winter garden and acquiring...
Amaryllis, known as the Christmas flower, can be planted to flower almost exactly as desired. This is because they typically bloom around 5 weeks after being planted (during the warmer months). For this reason, Amaryllis make a wonderful gift at...
Bulbs make marvellous gifts and serve a decorative purpose too. They are a marvellous way to add cheer and colour to the home during the Christmas season. You can use the same seasonal bulbs that everyone is enjoying this summer,...
“A thing of beauty is a joy forever” This lovely quote by Keats illustrates perfectly why bulbs make a thoughtful gift. With a little kit containing everything the plant needs to flourish, your loved one will have a thing of...
Flower season brings with it all kinds of possibilities for the garden. You can maximise the value of your bulbs by following some basic bulb care, and the wide variety of products on the market make this so much easier...
Chrysal is an innovative company that supplies high-quality products to consumers. Their post-harvest and flower food products were designed to keep flowers looking vibrant longer, and stall the wilting process. Anyone who has ever had to pay for a bouquet...
If you are planning a colourful summer in the garden, the time to prepare is definitely upon us. Planting season is here, and bulbs are rather specific in their requirements, so it is great to prepare your garden beds and...
Summer is the season to rise, shine and celebrate the warmer days and shorter nights. Gardens burst into life, parading vivid colours and glowing sweetly with delicate fragrances. A garden that beckons you outdoors takes some planning and preparation beforehand....
Today, let’s talk practicalities: we are approaching winter; what’s to be done right now? Let’s recap briefly: We planted our spring flowering bulbs in the autumn just as the soil cooled. Why? Because the drop in temperature was the trigger...
