Say it with Flowers on Table Mountain this February
Instead of giving your beloved the traditional gift of roses on Valentine’s Day, why not celebrate with a romantic flower […]
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Flowers
Tackle the Steenbok Day Trail
For two months a year, hikers can enjoy the flowers, birds and exquisite scenery on the Steenbok Day Trail in […]
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Lion’s Head Spring Flowers
So, we’re now into November. Flower season is “officially” over. The tourists have deserted Namaqualand and the Postberg section of […]
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And the Winners of Our Spring Flower Competition Are…
We’ve received an overwhelming response to our Spring Flowers Competition (around 340 photos) and we’d like to thank all our […]
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8 Plants that Discourage Mosquitoes
Be honest, you’re really excited that it’s almost summer. You’re looking forward to longer days, shorts-and-slops-weather and … mosquitoes. Wait, […]
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Hiking the trails of the Gifberg Holiday Farm
The spectacular spring flower show is just one of the attractions of hiking at Gifberg, a remote mountain wilderness in […]
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Everything you need to know about flower season
We’ve put together a helpful guide on what you need to know for this flower season. It’s got everything from […]
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UPDATE: Searching for West Coast flowers? Here’s Where You’ll Find Them
This post was first published on Country Life on 1 August 2018 and was updated on 7 September 2018. Wildflower season […]
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The ultimate list of where to stay during wildflower season
It might still be winter, but the wildflowers are getting ready to put on their annual springtime show. We’ve already […]
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Heading to the West Coast? Here are our top wildflower viewing tips
Planning to see the wildflowers? Keri Harvey shares with us some flower viewing tips and how to grow your own daisies…
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The Hessea cinnamomea are blooming up and down the Cape Peninsula
If you’re on the Cape Peninsula in the next couple of months keep an eye out for the blooming of […]
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Say it with Flowers in the Overberg
The plant-packed Overberg attracts a bunch of talented botanical artists, writes JUDY BRYANT.
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7 Easy-to-grow Succulents with Pretty Flowers
Succulents are a staple of water-wise gardens, as they are hardy and easy to grow – a wonderful solution for those without green thumbs!
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The Benefits of Creating an Indoor Herb Garden
If you live in an apartment block or, have a tiny garden and would love to start your own herb […]
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8 Landscaping Tips for Saving Water
With water scarce across much of South Africa, many homeowners are stepping away from expansive lawns and thirst plants and […]
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Tips for Using Flowers in Everyday Cooking
Chef Alicia Giliomee provides some insight regarding the history and practice on the use of flowers in cooking:
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The 5 Best West Coast Wildflower Posts
With the West Coast flowers nearly in full bloom, we thought it would be a good idea to hop onto Twitter to check out the best posts we’ve seen so far.
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Clanwilliam Flower Show Cancelled Due to Drought
This year’s Clanwilliam Wild Flower Show – an annual event that takes place in the town’s beautiful, historical Flower Church – has been cancelled
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