Look back at gardens full of rose bowers, wisterias and lilacs and you'll think that earlier generations valued this sensory delight more than we do. But the array of scented plants available to us is bountiful
It?s time for some Summer fun in the garden, so here are a few tips from Life is a Garden to ensure that it is ready for some R&R with friends and family
Whether you are looking for bursts of brilliant colour or more muted tones there are various options to delight your senses
The greatest gift of the garden is the restoration of the five senses ? Hanna Rjon
The type of flowers you send can communicate an emotion
And her new book, with lavish pictures, details everything you want to know about them
What was once one of the most low-tech pastimes is now being transformed into a gadget-filled activity with the rise of the smart garden
Invasive and forbidden - but the Jacaranda's that grace Durban's streets are so beautiful
'Next time you?re feeling under the weather, down in the dumps or stressed out, don?t reach for a packet of pills ? grab your garden fork instead,' says Botany Professor, Nox Makunga
Whether you?re looking to create a staycation spot or an entertainer?s dream, Life Is A Garden has some tips that will help you get started
An exhibition celebrating the late conservationist Roberto Burle Marx became a reminder of his rage toward deforestation
Spring is here, the sun is getting warmer and our gardens are showing new signs of life
Pesticides, in general, aren't good for beneficial insects, birds and other animals, or for the rich soil biology that is the underpinning of any healthy garden
A few tips and garden trends from a local organisation with its finger on the pulse
The Duchess of Cambridge's Back To Nature garden is inspired by the Chelsea flower show and features a giant hedgehog-shaped treehouse
Embark on your garden journey
Spring is the perfect time to look at your garden with fresh eyes, make some changes and plan for the summer months ahead
It's time to fertilise your flower beds. In spring you need to encourage a healthy, strong root system