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How KZN’s R59 million programme is tackling invasive alien plant species
Discover how KwaZulu-Natal’s R59 million Invasive Alien Species Programme aims to restore ecological balance and promote socio-economic development through targeted plant clearing initiatives.
Heineken Green Zones Project expands to Cape Town’s Lavender Hill to foster community unity and resilience
The launch of the Lavender Hill Green Zone is the latest milestone in the Heineken Green Zones project.
Ohlanga revival: how UPL’s rehabilitation effort is bringing life back to the river and estuary
UPL South Africa, in collaboration with government agencies, embarks on a significant phase of rehabilitation for the Ohlanga River, aiming to restore its ecological health following a chemical spill.
Cape water lily reintroduced as a symbol of hope
The Cape water lily, locally extinct for around 75 years, have been replanted as a symbolic gesture in celebration of Earthshot Week held for the very first time on the African continent.
The green therapy trend: Boosting mental health through the power of nature
Physically grounding us while reducing anxiety
Nature's healing power: How gardening boosts mental well-being
Caring for plants can significantly boost mental health by promoting mindfulness and reducing anxiety.
Residents fight to preserve endangered Fynbos amid development plans
Residents in Milnerton and Table View, are rallying together to preserve the Cape Fynbos, which is critically endangered and found on a stretch of land where 337 flats and nine group houses and residential dwellings are expected to be built.
The trend transforming luxury living
Communal veggie gardens are flourishing in luxury housing estates in South Africa.
Cape Town's fight against invasive tree-killing beetle
It's a race against time as experts previously predicated the economic impact of the polyphagous shot hole borer in South Africa amounts to a whopping R275 billion over the next few years.
Weston Agricultural College wins environmental duel
Weston Agricultural College emerged victorious in an environmental duel against Durban High School during the first-ever Husqvarna Schools Forest Rehabilitation Challenge. They walked away with a trophy, bragging rights and a Husqvarna battery-operated leaf blower worth R10 000 (including accessories) for their school.
Majik Forest’s newest garden opens to public
A new garden at Durbanville’s popular Majik Forest is home to critically endangered vegetation that has largely disappeared due to agricultural and urban development.
'Proteas taught me patience’
‘After researching, I decided to try planting proteas. It's an amazing feeling to have our national flower in my garden. ’
‘We serve’: Lions Club teaches pupils about the importance of sustaining the environment
Arbor Week is celebrated from September 1 to 7: It is important to teach young people the importance of the environment and how to sustain it for future generations
Concern over sharp rise in illegal harvesting of Cape’s rare succulent plants
The illegal trading and trafficking of rare succulent plants from the region is being driven by high demand from collectors and nurseries in East Asia.
Water hyacinths: pretty for some, a nightmare for others
Pontederia crassipes, commonly known as water hyacinth, might be admired for its striking purple flowers, but it is also one of the most aggressive and problematic invasive plants globally.
V&A Waterfront runs like its own mini metropolis in its green and energy saving vision and sites
The V&A Waterfront, which is set for a R20 billion upgrade, functions like a mini metropolis. It saves 200 000 litres of water a day, runs on enough clean energy to power 2 500 homes, and has its own waste and sewer management system.
Exploring the world of Geology Safaris
For John Roff, the allure of rocks and landscapes has been a lifelong fascination and he boasts over three decades of experience as a registered professional nature guide.
Maltento’s sustainable Black Soldier Fly factory opens a world-class laboratory
Not only are the flies bred for protein in pet and fish food, but the poop from the larvae is also used to enrich soil as part of a global push for sustainable development and protection of the environment.
Everything is awesome in April
It’s time to sort out some pre-winter maintenance and prep the veggie patch for soups and stews.
Sassy shades of autumn
Indulge in all the sassy shades of the new season with a host of plants and edibles loaded with attitude.
Five reasons conservation of the wild matters
The World Wildlife Fund said that, while conservation efforts were helping, urgent action was required to reverse nature loss.
Your January to-do list
Be sure to deadhead or lightly cut back the stems of the red roses in your garden this week so that they will flower again in time for Valentine’s Day.
Self-taught ‘Mr Green’ on an ambitious crusade
Gardener on a quest to curb the impact of climate change and to promote growing healthy food.
Fighting to conserve indigenous flora
The Ingcungcu Sunbird Restoration Project aims to heal the relationship between plants, birds and people by restoring migration routes for nectar-feeding birds across the Cape Flats.