October gardening tips for outdoor flowering plants, ornamentals and vegetable gardening are provided in this week's column.

Vining plants often benefit from a trim to keep them looking well-maintained. These climbers, in particular, should be pruned ...

Autumn cyclamen (Cyclamen hederifolium), also known as ivy-leaved cyclamen, is a really pretty addition to the garden at this ...

If a plant is healthy and relatively unstressed, the normal seasonal move to cooler weather triggers dormancy.

As winter approaches, balcony gardens often lose their summer vibrancy. However, with timely sowing, you can ensure a colourful floral display even in the chilly months. Some hardy flowers thrive in ...

If you haven't heard of chrysanthemum greens, you might be missing out. If you have been to a florist, chances are you have ...

Many gardens have not fared well with the dry late-summer/early fall conditions, so help is on the way with plenty of color ...

This video shows how growing ornamental plants in the garden can be beneficial for food crops by firstly outlining how they can be good and also the characteristics one should look for when choosing ...

While South Africa battles rampant tender corruption, criminal syndicates are targeting the country’s prized ornamental ...

Ornamental plants from tender bulbs grace the landscape during the growing season. Tender bulbs include dahlias, caladiums, ...

Deer have an aversion to plants that are overly fragrant, fuzzy, thorny, or poisonous, explains Alex Kantor, owner at Perfect ...

Perennials are long-lasting plants that add seasonal colour and interest to gardens. They complement trees, shrubs, and roses, and many have attractive foliage and flowers for indoor use. Popular ...