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Types Of Inseccticides

Insect pests are relatively easy to identify and are influenced by weather conditions. Insecticides should...

The Wonder Plant Aloe Vera

One of the best known and most commonly found of what is known today as...

Examples Of Plants For Formal Gardens

Trees Conifers: Juniperus scopulorum ‘Skyrocket’, Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’, Thuja orientalis ‘Golden Rocket’, Cupressus sempervirens ‘Stricta’. Laurus nobilis (bay laurel), Ilex species, Magnolia grandiflora, Prunus laurocerassus, Syzygium paniculatum and S....

The Medicinal Marvel Calendula Officinalis

Not only is Calendula officinalis a spectacular ornamental for the garden bed, but it has a tremendous variety...

Basil And Its Qualities

The common Basil a well-known herb, famous for its use in Italian cooking is also...

Propagation By Seed Versus Propagation By Cuttings

The choice of propagating by seed or propagating by cutting depends on why you are...

The Art Of Landscaping

Landscaping is the art of laying out gardens or grounds to create a picturesque scene....

Determining The Character Of Your Garden

Once you have determined your garden’s uses, you need to look at the limitations of...

How Fixed Structures Influence A Garden Design

Garden design is influenced by the style of any buildings on the property as well...

Gardening For Your Environment

South Africa has a variety of climatic regions (biomes), each with its own environmental and...

Landscape Style And Inspiration

There is no reason why we should not borrow good ideas from other countries, periods...

Formal Gardens

Formal gardens can be either classical or modern in style. They tend to comprise symmetrical...