It’s a familiar scene at this time of year in many gardens: a few branches here, some cuttings there, perhaps a small tree felled in sections – and suddenly the garden looks like it has hosted a very short-lived logging operation. Pruning in spring can leave you with a surprisingly impressive pile of garden waste.
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Spring has a way of bringing gardens back to life, and with it a patchwork of commonly held gardening beliefs gained from various sources: some timeless, some questionable. So, which of these ‘pearls of wisdom’ are true and which are just myth? GARDENA South Africa takes a closer look to sort a few facts from
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Youghazi has officially unveiled Aswad, a new sensory collection bringing together home fragrance, personal care and the everyday rituals that make a space feel like home. The collection was introduced at an intimate launch at 156 Kloof Street, Cape Town, bringing together a curated group of influencers, content creators, media and industry guests for an
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The mood boards are saved, the Pinterest boards are full and the tiles have been shortlisted. Some of the decisions that matter most, however, are the ones you don’t think to make until you’re already halfway through the renovation. According to Sven Swart, CEO of tiletoria, the same mistakes come up time and again when
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There’s a particular kind of optimism that arrives with spring, inspiring a familiar ritual among gardeners – from the seasoned to the enthusiastic and sometimes the reluctant – to head for the nursery. “It’s exciting to plant things for the summer,” says Kate Johnson, operations manager at the South African Landscapers Institute (SALI) KwaZulu-Natal, and
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As the world marks the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies on 7 September, South Africans are being reminded that air quality is shaped by more than what happens outdoors. The 2026 Clean Air Day campaign is focusing on the economic and health benefits of tackling air pollution and climate change together. Locally,
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Homeowners have traditionally been encouraged to think of their property as an investment because of its potential to increase in value. Today, there’s another reason to invest in your home – it could reduce your monthly expenses. Faced with electricity prices that have increased by between 8.76% and 9% this year, rising municipal charges and
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A breakdown rarely comes at a convenient time. One minute you’re on the road, and the next a warning light appears on the dashboard, leaving you wondering what’s wrong and how much it could cost to fix. For many drivers, the first question is: “Will my warranty cover this?” The answer depends on a few
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There was a time in our parents’ day when a beautiful garden meant order: a formal rose garden in full bloom, fruit trees laden with seasonal harvests, immaculate lawns and flowerbeds arranged with careful symmetry. Saturday mornings were for mowing, planting, deadheading roses and pulling weeds. But our lives have changed and so have our
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One of the greatest financial risks facing working women today is not only dying unexpectedly but surviving a serious illness and having to manage medical costs, a reduced income and ongoing family financial commitments. This risk is the result of an outdated assumption that critical illness is a concern reserved for later in life. For
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