Okra has become a sensation due to its health benefits and versatility in meals, from incorporating it in vegetable stews, meaty meals, and infusing it in water. It is a low-maintenance plant that ...

A built-in braai looks neat and is also very practical as it can incorporate a chimney ensuring that smoke is funnelled away from the seating area. This sleek, contemporary braai from Multibraai makes ...

The curry tree is an aromatic evergreen, it is scientifically known as Bergera koenigii—this tropical tree which is native to India and Sri Lanka. Curry leaves and spice are the main ingredients in ...

Chia seeds have earned their status as a superfood due to their impressive nutritional profile. They are notably rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and antioxidants, chia seeds are widely ...

Water wise gardens focus on plants that thrive with little water and have certain characteristics that make them water efficient. By knowing these characteristics you’ll be able to decide what you ...

If you have a small kitchen, a pot rack is a practical way to create additional storage space and keep essential utensils and pots close at hand. Better yet, you can make one yourself from copper ...

A ginger shot may be the cure for your winter sniffles. You may be experiencing a sore throat due to the cold weather and seeking a home remedy to provide some soothing relief. Take one ginger shot ...

Having a water-efficient garden is becoming a necessity for our sustainability efforts. We’ve all become a lot more water-conscious as we’re faced with the inescapable fact that South Africa is a ...

Most are evergreen. They have a long flowering period. They’re low maintenance. They’re reliable, quick and easy to grow and generally disease free. They make good alternatives and/or companions to ...

Mint’s flavour can enhance the taste of both fruit and vegetable salads. Mint paired with salads that include watermelon, cucumber and feta cheese is an ideal tantalising combination. Prepare a ...

A hanging basket brimming over with colourful plantings will soften looming walls, bring height to your borders and enliven dull spots on your patio In today’s smaller gardens hanging baskets are ...

Mosquitoes are one of the few horrible things about warm weather. Luckily, there are plants which can help. Most insect-repelling plants do so with their natural fragrances, which keep annoying ...