Quite likely, that is a sunny space close to the house, and what better place for growing edibles, especially amongst the flowers, shrubs or succulents in the surrounding beds?
Mixing it all up is the perfect solution for gardens that are not large enough for a dedicated veggie and herb garden.
It is also a wonderful way of inviting butterflies, birds, bees, ladybirds and many more intriguing creatures into your personal space.
What are the benefits?
Biodiversity is the buzzword these days, because the greater variety of plants, the better the chance of attracting beneficial garden wildlife. They are essential for maintaining a healthy, natural balance in the environment that reduces the need for pesticides.
Companion planting is the method of growing herbs and flowers with vegetables to improve the productivity of vegetables. Over the centuries, certain plants have proved to be ‘good companions’ for certain vegetables because they repel pests, attract pollinators or help to improve the soil.
Extending the practice of companion planting into our prime garden space makes gardening more sustainable and productive.
Food at our fingertips: To grow them successfully, vegetables need almost daily attention, and the closer they are, the easier it is. That first cup of coffee in the morning could be the perfect time to water the lettuce, harvest some carrots or pull out a weed.
Home-zone swank: With some creative combinations and careful planning, the result can be a lush interplanting of flowers and veggies that will intrigue friends and family, especially if they are invited to harvest the salad or take home a bunch of Swiss chard.
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FIRE AND Feathers!
On a dreary winter's day, a screen of fiery and feathery leaves puts up a fight against dullness!
GET THE ladies in!
At this time of year, early-flowering shrubs vie with each other to get the most attention. We say: Trust those with female names for frills and butterflies. They go the extra mile to flower their hearts out.
Vegetable Soups and dumplings
Vegetables make the most delicious soups and classic combinations are always a winner.
Yummy sweet potatoes for your good health
Boiled, baked or braaied, sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) are a delicious and healthy winter comfort food. Just a dollop of butter, a little seasoning and you are good to go.
Pretty and functional
If cooking is your main thing, you would probably be more interested in the culinary value of the three herbs and some of their varieties we are describing.
Dried Seedheads & Pods
Autumn and winter are the best times to see what flowers produce the best seedheads that can be left on the plants to feed the birds and bugs and for harvesting for dried arrangements.
SO MANY FACES and so many choices...
Whoever associated a Cotyledon orbiculata (pig's ear) with the ear of a pig obviously did not know about all the varieties and cultivars this species in the genus Cotyledon has.
COLOURFUL Cold Weather WINNERS!
If it comes to a vote, these dependable shrubs will be the top candidates for prime performance in winter and in other seasons...
What makes a garden sustainable?
It is interesting to note that the United Nations defines sustainable development as: âdevelopment that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needsâ.
Nurturing NATURE-The Story of Kraal Garden's Transformation
Nestled within Prince Albert's rustic embrace lies a gem that is a testament to the transformative power of human vision and nature's bounty.