I’ve been living in Shanghai for a few months and of course I have missed gardening. I’ve collected several orchids, succulents and other ornamental houseplants like anthuriums. Above: My highly…
sustainable
-
-
-
GardeningPermacultureSuperfoodsVegetable garden
Growing Covo – A Zimbabwean heirloom kale
by Lalaby LalaWhile visiting my family in the North West province, I was introduced to a delicious vegetable known as Covo (Brassica oleracea var acephala). Covo was introduced to the area by…
-
This is the start of our tomato crop for this year. I’ve planted 16 tomato seedlings in the square foot garden out in the front. I’ve got some Roma and…
-
I’m such a sucker for roses, especially unusual ones that are striped, have different hues or striking colors like purple. I know it is not the best idea to buy…
-
When we visited Japan in June, our Kyoto host mom Haruna made us a simple but very delicious snack of soybeans boiled in salted water in their pods. She showed…
-
In late autumn I bought two Moringa trees, one for my garden and one for our helper. This miracle tree is something I have wanted to grow for myself for…
-
BlueberriesGardeningHome OrchardPermaculture
Blueberries in South Africa have set loads of fruit
by Lalaby LalaSuccess! Both of the Brigitta blueberry plants I bought last summer are heavy with fruit. They should be ready to pick by Christmas. The Brigitta seems to be an early…
-
BlueberriesGardeningHome Orchard
Where to buy Blueberry plants in South Africa & Blossoms galore
by Lalaby LalaI’ve been so amazed at the proliferation of blossoms on our fruit trees starting in late winter and now in very early spring. There are a lot of fruit trees…
-
It has been a very busy time in the garden as we get ready for spring to come along. Hopefully we’ve seen the last of the winter frosts,Mao about two…