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Agapanthus Poppin’® Pink is a remarkable South African-bred colour breakthrough, producing some of the most intensely pink flowers yet achieved in an Agapanthus. Its full, rounded flower heads combine deep, vibrant pink with lighter pink and soft white highlights, creating a completely different look from traditional blue and white Agapanthus.

Bred by South Africa’s De Wet Plant Breeders, Poppin’ Pink combines its unusual flower colour with a neat, medium-compact habit and attractive evergreen, strappy foliage. Growing to approximately 70 cm high and 60 cm wide, it is an outstanding choice for contemporary borders, mass planting and statement patio pots.

Poppin’ Pink flowers over a long period, producing a strong summer display followed by reliable repeat flowering later in the season. Heat and drought tolerance once established, good disease resistance and coastal tolerance make it particularly well suited to warm, sunny gardens.

Why You'll Love It:

• Exceptional deep pink flowers with lighter pink and soft white highlights
• One of the strongest true-pink colours achieved in an Agapanthus
• Long flowering season with repeat flowering
• Neat, compact evergreen growth
• Heat and drought tolerant once established
• Excellent disease resistance
• Ideal for borders, mass planting and premium patio pots
• South African bred

Plant & Care

Plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing, then water moderately during prolonged hot, dry periods. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to support healthy growth and flowering.

Remove spent flower stems to keep the plant neat and encourage repeat flowering. Remove old or damaged foliage as needed. Once established, Poppin’ Pink has good drought and coastal tolerance.

Did You Know?

It took 21 years of breeding and selection by South African breeder De Wet Plant Breeders to achieve the remarkably intense pink colour of Poppin’ Pink. It represents an exciting colour breakthrough in a genus traditionally dominated by shades of blue, purple and white.

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, Hollywood Hibiscus ‘Social Butterfly’ Part of the glamorous Hollywood Collection, ‘Social Butterfly’ dazzles with large blooms that open golden-yellow and fade to soft pink, each with a deep magenta centre. In Cape Town’s climate, it flowers abundantly from late spring through autumn (October–May), bringing tropical flair to your garden for months on end. Perfect for sunny beds, feature shrubs, hedges, or patio containers, this hibiscus thrives in full sun and tolerates coastal conditions. Its bold colour shifts and prolific flowering make it a show-stopper wherever it’s planted. Bring home the tropical sparkle of Hollywood Hibiscus ‘Social Butterfly’ (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis).

Why You’ll Love It

• Glamorous blooms that shift from yellow to pink with a magenta centre
• Long flowering season in Cape Town’s warm months
• Perfect for hedges, feature shrubs, or patio pots
• Tolerates coastal and windy conditions
• Adds instant tropical charm and bold colour

Plant & Care

Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during hot spells, but avoid waterlogging. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to encourage continuous blooms. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and promote fresh growth. Protect from frost in colder areas.

Did You Know?

The Hollywood Hibiscus Collection was bred specifically for exceptional flower production and colour intensity, making them some of the most reliable hibiscus varieties for long-lasting garden displays.

Chinese Jasmine is a fast-growing, evergreen climber celebrated for its profusion of intensely fragrant jasmine flowers that transform any garden space into a fragrant paradise. This stunning climber produces masses of pink buds that open into star-shaped white blooms from late winter into early spring, creating spectacular displays on trellises, walls, and pergolas. Unlike Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides), Chinese Jasmine prefers sun to partial shade and thrives in well-draining soil, making it ideal for training over structures, covering walls, or growing in containers on patios and decks. Plant 1.5-2m apart for screening or use as specimen plants against walls and structures. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer and enrich soil with quality compost for optimal growth. Apply pine mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Learn more about creating a scented and fragrant garden with aromatic climbers like Chinese Jasmine, or discover how to create privacy with plants using fast-growing, fragrant screening solutions.

Star Jasmine is beloved for its intoxicating fragrance that transforms fences, arches, and pergolas into living features while creating stunning vertical displays in Western Cape gardens. This versatile evergreen climber provides year-round structure with its glossy foliage, while the profusion of starry white blooms in spring and summer fills the garden with heavenly scent. It can also be clipped into hedges or used as groundcover, making it one of the most adaptable climbers for entrances, patios, and pergolas. Plant 1.5-2m apart for screening or use as specimen plants against walls and structures. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer and ensure well-drained soil enriched with compost for optimal growth. Learn more about successful coastal gardening with versatile climbers like Star Jasmine, or discover how to create privacy with plants for beautiful, fragrant screening solutions.

Alternanthera Brasiliana 'Purple Prince' adds stunning foliage color and interest to garden beds and containers with its beautiful shades of burgundy and purple that intensify in cooler weather.

Why You'll Love It:
• Easy-care variety that requires very little shaping
• Forms neat and compact mounding groundcover
• Spreading habit perfect for colorful borders
• Excellent for cascading displays in mixed pots and hanging baskets
• Provides months of vibrant color as groundcover or accent planting
• Can spill attractively over container edges

Planting & Care:
Plant 30cm apart for groundcover effect or use in containers where it can spill attractively over edges. Feed monthly during growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer to maintain rich foliage color and encourage dense, bushy growth.

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The Round Masana Pot is a modern, versatile choice that complements a wide range of plants. Its clean design makes it especially suitable for anything with a longer stem, such as lollipop standards and ornamental trees, giving them a stylish base to thrive in. Crafted with attention to detail, this pot blends seamlessly into both contemporary and classic garden settings.

*This is a decorative pot and is not suitable for direct planting. A separate plastic inner pot must be purchased to fit inside it. The inner pot is not included.  This pot can be found under the Plastic Planters section

*Slight colour and texture variations may occur.

*Lead times for manufacturing might apply

The Verdi Rustic Fibre Cement Pot brings timeless elegance and earthy charm to any space. Its simple yet sophisticated design allows your plants to take centre stage, making it the perfect backdrop for lush greenery or sculptural trees. Crafted from durable fibre cement, this pot combines the raw beauty of natural textures with modern versatility. The rustic finish adds depth and character, blending seamlessly into both contemporary and classic garden settings. With built-in drainage holes, it ensures healthy root growth and easy maintenance, ideal for Cape Town’s diverse climate.

*These pots are handpainted and colours and textures may vary depending on seasonal temperatures at the time of manufacturing and painting.

Why You’ll Love It

• Rustic charm that enhances any plant display.
• Durable fibre cement construction for long-lasting use.
• Perfect backdrop to let your plants shine.
• Drainage holes for healthy root systems.
• Versatile design suitable for indoor and outdoor spaces.

Quick Use Guide

Place your chosen plant into the pot using quality potting soil. Ideal for trees, shrubs, or flowering plants that need a sturdy, stylish container. Position in a sunny or shaded area depending on plant requirements. For Cape Town’s climate, pair with water-wise plants to create a sustainable and elegant display.

Did You Know?

Fibre cement pots are known for their strength and weather resistance. They maintain their beauty through all seasons, making them a favourite among landscapers and home gardeners who value both style and durability.

The Verdi Fibre Cement Pot is a sleek, modern statement piece that celebrates simplicity and strength. Its clean lines and minimalist design create the perfect backdrop to let your plants shine, from sculptural trees to lush greenery. Available in both raw and sealed finishes, this pot offers versatility for every style. The raw variant highlights the natural texture of cement for an earthy, organic look, while the sealed finish provides a smooth, refined surface ideal for contemporary spaces. With built-in drainage holes, it ensures healthy root growth and easy maintenance, making it a practical yet stylish choice for any garden or patio.

Slight colour and texture variations may occur. Lead times might apply.

Why You’ll Love It

• Modern simplicity that complements any plant.
• Raw or sealed finish options for different styles.
• Durable fibre cement construction for long-lasting use.
• Drainage holes for healthy root systems.
• Versatile design suitable for indoor and outdoor spaces.

Quick Use Guide

Fill the pot with quality potting soil and position your chosen plant securely. Ideal for trees, shrubs, or statement plants that need a sturdy, stylish container. Place in a sunny or shaded area depending on plant requirements. For Cape Town’s climate, pair with water-wise plants to create a sustainable and elegant display.

Did You Know?

Fibre cement pots are known for their strength and weather resistance. The sealed finish helps protect against moisture, while the raw variant develops a beautiful patina over time, giving each pot a unique, natural character.

The Pillar Fibre Cement Pot is a striking, elongated rectangular design that adds height and structure to any space. Its elegant proportions make it especially effective when used in pairs, creating a bold focal point on patios, entrances, or garden walkways. Available in both raw and sealed finishes, this pot offers versatility to suit different styles. The raw option highlights the natural texture of cement for a rugged, organic look, while the sealed finish provides a smooth, refined surface perfect for modern settings. Built-in drainage holes ensure healthy root systems, making it as practical as it is stylish.

Slight colour and texture variations may occur. Lead times might apply.

Why You’ll Love It

• Tall rectangular design that creates instant impact.
• Perfect in pairs for entrances or focal points.
• Raw or sealed finish options for different aesthetics.
• Durable fibre cement construction for long-lasting use.
• Drainage holes for healthy plant growth.

Quick Use Guide

Fill with quality potting soil and position taller plants, shrubs, or ornamental trees to highlight the pot’s vertical shape. Place in pairs for symmetry or use individually as a statement piece. Ideal for Cape Town’s climate, especially when paired with water-wise plants for sustainable gardening.

Did You Know?

Rectangular pots like the Pillar design are excellent for framing spaces. They can be used to line pathways, accentuate doorways, or create structured garden layouts, adding both function and style to your outdoor living areas.

Bio Ganic All Purpose is a unique blend of the highest quality organic fertiliser and natural minerals, specifically formulated for the most effective and safe feeding of all your garden plants. Pelletised for slow, consistent release of nutrients and easy application.

This organic fertilizer is enriched with seaweed, fishmeal, and essential nutrients, promoting robust plant growth, vibrant blooms, and healthier soil. Perfect for all plants, it enhances and delivers long-lasting results while being kind to the environment. 

• Organic and environmentally friendly.
• Pelletised for slow, consistent release of nutrients and easy application.
• pH Neutral.
• Pathogen free with no germs, mould or bacteria.
• Water-wise.
• Child & pet friendly.
• Does not burn.

Bio Rock is a powerful, eco-friendly soil enhancer designed to stimulate robust root development and improve overall plant health. It strengthens roots, enhances soil structure, and boosts water retention.

It is enriched with sedimentary soft rock phosphate and contains high levels of calcium. Bio Rock promotes faster, healthier, sustained growth for vegetables, flowers, fruit, trees and plants. 

For plants that have already been planted, gently work into the topsoil, taking care not to damage roots. 

• Boosts root and plant growth
• Organic and environmentally friendly
• Water-wise
• Friendly to people and pets
• Feeds for up to 3 months

Wonder Bonemeal is a natural, slow-release fertiliser rich in phosphorus and calcium, essential for strong root development, better flowering, and long-term plant health. It feeds plants gradually, making nutrients available as roots need them and improving overall soil structure.

Ideal for flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and lawns, Wonder Bonemeal is especially beneficial when planting new plants or encouraging buds, blooms, and fruit set. Its gentle, natural formulation supports sustained growth without the risk of burning.

Simply mix into the soil at planting time or sprinkle around established plants every 6–8 weeks for steady, reliable nourishment.

Read product packaging for application guidelines.

Flower & Fruit combines an organic base of slow-release plant nutrients with carefully selected water-soluble nutrients to support healthy flowering and fruiting. Ideal for flowering and fruit-bearing plants, it helps promote abundant blooms, quality fruit and strong, healthy growth. Not suitable for indigenous plants or newly planted roses.

Why You'll Love It:

• Encourages more abundant, quality blooms.
• Supports healthy fruit development.
• Provides both slow-release and readily available nutrients.
• Suitable for a wide range of flowering and fruit-bearing plants.
• Feeds plants throughout the active growing season.

Quick Use Guide

Pre-water the soil, then apply Flower & Fruit evenly around the plant's drip line, keeping it at least 20 cm away from the base and off leaves and flowers. One handful is approximately 50 g. Water well after application and repeat approximately every 6 weeks during the growing season. Always follow the application rates on the product packaging.

Seagro Organic Plant Food is a nutritious fish emulsion that has a wide range of applications as an organic fertilizer. This product contains macro as well as micro elements for healthy soil and plant nutrition.  It can be used as a soil drench or foliar feed.  Seagro can be applied together with herbicides and fungicides.  

Ideal for all plants - vegetables, flowers, trees, and even indoor plants.

Attract a variety of seed-eating garden birds with this convenient, ready-to-hang seed bell. Wild Bird Seed Bells include yellow millet and red millet, providing a wholesome food source that encourages regular visits to your garden. The solid hanging design offers an easy, tidy feeding solution, simply hang it from a tree, bird-feeding station or hook and enjoy watching wild birds feed throughout the year. Ideal for bird lovers looking to support and enjoy local garden wildlife.

Why You'll Love It:

• Includes yellow millet and red millet.
• Ready to hang for quick and convenient feeding.
• Helps attract a variety of seed-eating wild birds to your garden.
• Suitable for use in gardens, patios and outdoor living spaces.
• A simple and mess-free way to support and enjoy local birdlife.

Quick Use Guide

Hang the seed bell securely from a tree branch, bird-feeding station or hook in a quiet, sheltered area. Ensure fresh, clean drinking water is available nearby for visiting birds. Replace the seed bell once it has been consumed, and clean feeding areas regularly to help maintain good bird hygiene.

Did You Know?

Providing a reliable food source can encourage wild birds to visit your garden regularly. Birds not only add colour and birdsong to your outdoor space, but many species also help by feeding on insects as part of their natural diet.

Wild Bird Seed Mix is a premium seed blend specially formulated to attract and nourish all wild bird species in your garden. This carefully balanced mix provides essential nutrients and energy that birds need throughout the seasons, encouraging regular visits from a variety of local bird species. Perfect for use in bird feeders, scattered feeding areas, or ground feeding stations to create a thriving bird habitat. Fill feeders regularly and place in quiet, sheltered locations away from predators for best results, supplementing with fresh water sources to create an inviting bird sanctuary.

Feeding bottle with small sample bottle of probiotics to hang in in your garden.

The Suet Snack Ball contains vegetable fats and assorted grains, attracting a wide variety of wild birds to your garden. 

A variety of different seeds to produce a balanced feed and diet for each bird type. All Westerman's seed is graded, sorted and then cleaned of all impurities and dust.