Yellow sticky traps, properly placed and combined with neem oil, weeding, pruning, and monitoring, provide effective, labour-saving whitefly control.
How to Control Whiteflies with Yellow Sticky Traps and Neem Oil Read More »
Plant Care
This year’s heatwave has challenged our orchard, yet revealed the strength of plants nurtured during winter, highlighting preparation’s importance.
Gardening Through a Heatwave: How Deep Roots and Winter Preparation Sustain Our Orchard Read More »
Plant Care, What is thriving this season?
Plants often “self‑isolate” when soil conditions become hostile; correcting soil structure and repositioning roots restores healthy, vigorous growth.
How Soil Structure Affects Plant Avoidance and Recovery in Potted Garden Sorrel Read More »
Container Gardening, Plant Care, Potted Plants
A detailed seasonal update highlighting fruit ripening, root crop sprouting, heat‑season plant care, propagation, and ongoing harvests.
Summer Garden Update — Fruit, Roots, and Hot‑Season Care Read More »
Plant Care, Spring and Summer Gardening in the Subtropics
This month’s garden activities include pruning, propagation, pest control, improved watering, and harvesting, with standout globe artichokes featured.
Seasonal Garden Update Read More »
Benefits of Gardening, Gallery, Plant Care, Spring and Summer Gardening in the Subtropics
Urban winter gardens thrive with proper pruning, deep watering, pollinator support, and productive perennials that strengthen food security.
Essential Winter Gardening Tips for Urban Gardens Read More »
Benefits of Gardening, Plant Care, Tasks For This Week, Winter gardening in the subtropics
As the rainy season ends, focus on disease management, tree trimming, and harvesting fruits while preparing for new growth.
Maximize Your April Garden Harvest and Maintenance Read More »
Plant Care, Tasks For This Week
The humidity and rainfall in December and January complicate pruning but favour air layering for healthier plant propagation.
Air Layering: The Smart Propagation Method for Rainy Seasons Read More »
Plant Care, Plant propagation
Discover the benefits and challenges of Lusaka’s first rains for potted plants, vegetables, and fruit trees in homegrown gardens.
Rainy Season Gardening Tips for Lusaka Read More »
Plant Care, Tasks For This Week, What is thriving this season?
Learn how to grow Barbados cherry in pots, including care, fruiting tips, harvesting advice, and how to ensure a bountiful homegrown cherry crop. #LoveHomeGrown
Essential Care for Barbados Cherry in Containers Read More »
Gallery, Plant Care, What is thriving this season?
Inga edulis and Inga feuilleei thrive in subtropical gardens, offering rapid growth, shade, and ecological benefits while requiring careful site selection and root management for optimal use. #LoveHomeGrown
Benefits of Inga Trees in Subtropical Gardens Read More »
Gallery, Plant Care, Plant propagation, Plant Selection, Tree Pruning, What is thriving this season?
To successfully flower vanilla vines, provide sturdy trellises, optimal sunlight, and rich, well-drained soil. Hand pollination and patience in maturation yield superior homegrown vanilla pods. #LoveHomeGrown
Top Tips for Thriving Vanilla Flowers Read More »
Plant Care