Growing amaryllis - SA Garden and Home
Oct 11, 2018 · PLANTING IN POTS. Plant individual bulbs in smallish, 15–25cm diameter pots, group several together in a larger container or even line them up in a trough; space the bulbs 20–30cm apart. Use a good-quality, free-draining potting or soil mix. Hadeco recommends a mix of 2/3 potting soil and 1/3 sand with a pH of 6–6,8; they also recommend ...
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HOMEMADE GINGER BEER - SA Garden and Home
Dec 21, 2016 · 1. Boil 10 litres of water. Add the ginger and boil for a further 5 minutes. 2. Pour the boiled mixture into a bucket that holds 20 litres. 3. Add the sugar and stir to dissolve. Add the remaining water and stir. 4.
How to get rid of mould in your home | SA Garden and Home
Sep 15, 2023 · There are several ways to combat mould in your home: Control humidity levels: Use a dehumidifier. Monitor areas prone to moisture, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and basements. Proper ventilation: Open windows periodically or use exhaust fans to remove excess moisture. Inspect and fix leaks: Regularly check your roof, windows, and pipes for any ...
Growing bougainvilleas - SA Garden and Home
Feb 8, 2019 · Bougainvilleas love the heat and grow best in full sun. When planting, get them off to a good start by digging a large hole and adding a cup of superphosphate or bone meal to the bottom of the planting hole and loads of compost to the top soil. They much prefer sandy, well-draining soil to clay. MORE ABOUT SOIL: Different types of soil for your ...
Growing jasmine throughout the year | SA Garden and Home
Aug 14, 2019 · Winter-flowering Gelsemium sempervirens. With sprays of scented yellow trumpet flowers from late autumn all the way through to spring, this false jasmine will add a cheery touch to any winter garden. Reaching 3–6m, this plant grows in full sun or semi-shade and is frost hardy. Take care when pruning it as the sap may cause skin irritations.
All you need to know about growing lavender | SA Garden and …
Oct 30, 2013 · All lavender varieties like full sun and soil that drains well. Lighten ordinary garden soil by adding compost. Stoechas prefer a more acid soil. Plant compact varieties 45cm apart and larger varieties 90cm apart to allow air to circulate between the plants; this prevents fungal disease. Related to growing lavender: 5 ways to use lavender at home.
Growing hydrangeas: The ultimate guide | SA Garden and Home
Dec 5, 2016 · In cold areas, grow them in containers in a sheltered spot or protect them from frost. Place older varieties, which can reach 2–3m after 5–7 years, at the back of the border and the smaller cultivars nearer the front. Good spots for hydrangeas are where they get good light, but not full sun, and shade from the hot midday and afternoon sun.
How to plant and grow watermelon | SA Garden and Home
Dec 11, 2023 · Watermelons are best grown from seeds, either directly sown in the garden or started indoors in peat pots. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and space them about 2 feet apart in rows that are 5 to 6 feet apart. Ensure the soil temperature is consistently above 21°C for successful germination. Once seedlings are established and have a few true leaves ...
HOW TO GROW TOMATOES - SA Garden and Home
Oct 30, 2021 · As it becomes heavy with fruit, tie the stems to the support with stretchy ties. Start tying about 20cm above the ground. Form a figure of eight with the stem in one loop and the support in the other. As the plant grows, continue tying at similar intervals. Cylindrical supports are ideal for determinate tomatoes.