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Keystone Plants: Essential Species for a Resilient South African Garden

27 Nov 2025

Keystone Plants: Essential Species for a Resilient South African Garden Beautiful gardens can also be ecologically powerful. It begins with planting what matters. Gardening is... Read More

Better Edging

25 Nov 2025

Lines are fundamental to any kind of artistic expression. They go back to basics in the form of stick figures, colouring book pictures and defining... Read More

Waterwise, Wild and Wonderful

06 Nov 2025

When summer settles in and the days turn hot and dry, the true test of a garden begins. This is when indigenous plants truly shine;... Read More

Why SunPatiens Are a Game-Changer in Summer Gardens

26 Sep 2025

When most gardeners hear “impatiens,” they think of shady beds, dappled light and plants that wilts under full sun. Enter SunPatiens® — a modern hybrid... Read More

The Edible Border: Mixing Veggies into Your Flower Garden

25 Jun 2025

Who says the vegetable patch needs to be tucked away in neat rows in the back garden? One of the joys of winter gardening in... Read More

Paving with Purpose: Planning Paths, Patios & Quiet Places

25 Jun 2025

While the garden may be quieter in winter, this slower season offers the perfect opportunity to step back and look at the bigger picture. When... Read More

A Winter Garden in Bloom: Celebrating Aloes and the Magic of Indigenous Colour

25 Jun 2025

As proud sponsors of the Open Midlands Gardens, Blackwood’s was thrilled to see this year’s programme branching into new territory. For the very first time,... Read More

How to Grow Seed Potatoes at Home

19 May 2025

Growing your own potatoes is simple, satisfying and ideal for home gardeners. It doesn’t matter whether you have a large veggie patch, or just a... Read More

Bring Warmth Indoors with Vibrant Foliage

03 Mar 2025

As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, why not add a little autumn magic indoors? These stunning foliage plants bring rich, warm hues... Read More

Autumn’s Best Fragrance: Plants That Smell Amazing Outdoors

28 Feb 2025

As the heat of summer eases, the outdoors becomes an inviting space to relax and enjoy the beauty of your garden. There’s nothing better than... Read More

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