HOMEMADE GINGER BEER - SA Garden and Home
WEBDec 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.
5 Ways to make your own fertiliser | SA Garden and Home
WEBDec 17, 2021 · 5.Banana boost. Also essential for plant health is potassium. Bananas contain loads of the stuff making them a cheap, easy and effective fertiliser. Accumulate your banana peels and scraps, dry them out in the oven and place in a blender. Mix in 3 – 5 egg shells for an added boost of calcium, another vital nutrient necessary for healthy plants.
Growing amaryllis - SA Garden and Home
WEBOct 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 …
How to get rid of mould in your home | SA Garden and Home
WEBSep 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 ...
Architect's Plans - SA Garden and Home
WEBHere are 6 questions to ask before hiring an architect. Garden & Home Team March 11, 2024. Taking on a new building project is no small task. Given the resources involved, whether constructing a home or a commercial development (or even renovating)... Architect's Plans Decor What's new 0 Comments 0.
How to get rid of mice and rats in your home
WEBNov 13, 2023 · open garbage bins. pet faeces. leaking pipes. clutter. While many seek hacks to get rid of these rodents, it is important that we also find ways that prevent them from getting back into your home again. Many homeowners may opt for pest control, as this is a guaranteed method that gets rid of rats and rodents from your home.
Growing jasmine throughout the year | SA Garden and Home
WEBAug 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.
7 reasons to grow spekboom in your garden - SA Garden and Home
WEBNov 28, 2018 · 1. It improves the quality of the air we breathe and helps fight climate change. Spekboom (aka Portulacaria afra) is a succulent that helps fight air pollution. It has the ability to ‘sequester’ or capture four to ten tons of carbon per hectare! Essentially, it acts as a carbon sponge, absorbing carbon from the atmosphere and turning it ...
All you need to know about growing lavender | SA Garden and …
WEBOct 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.
HOW TO GROW TOMATOES - SA Garden and Home
WEBOct 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.