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Princess Lavender (Butterfly Lavender) is a compact, fragrant perennial shrub that produces distinctive purple flower spikes topped with showy pink bracts, perfect for adding Mediterranean charm to water-wise gardens, containers, and borders while attracting butterflies and bees. This hardy drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for Western Cape gardens where continuous blooms and aromatic foliage are desired. The compact growth habit makes it ideal for small gardens, pots, and edging along pathways. Plant 50-60cm apart for mass plantings or use as specimen plants in containers and herb gardens. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Learn more about creating a scented and fragrant garden or discover how to plant herbs for you and the bees to support local pollinators with aromatic plants like Princess Lavender.

Grandiflorum is a regal, evergreen pelargonium with a bushy and erect growth habit.  Bears large lilac and purple flowers.  Ideal for pots and beds.

Osteospermum Voltage Yellow is an indigenous favourite that bursts into vibrant sunshine-yellow blooms, brightening pots, borders, and garden beds. Loved for its long flowering season and resilience, it’s a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant gem that thrives effortlessly in South African gardens.

For best results, plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings, and give a monthly liquid feed in the growing season to keep flowers coming. Deadheading spent blooms will extend the display, rewarding you with a cascade of colour from spring through summer.

Mexican Bush Sage (Salvia Leucantha) produces stunning purple flower spikes from late summer through autumn, perfect for adding vibrant seasonal color to water-wise gardens and attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

Why You'll Love It:
• Hardy, drought-tolerant perennial
• Low-maintenance evergreen shrub
• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
• Excellent choice for Western Cape gardens
• Long-lasting blooms with minimal water requirements

Planting & Care:
Plant 1-1.5m apart for mass plantings or use as striking specimen plants in mixed perennial borders. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering.

Learn more about water-wise gardening techniques or discover how to attract butterflies to your garden with flowering plants like Mexican Bush Sage.

A durable and classic solution for showcasing your plants, complete with essential drainage holes for optimal growth.

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

A versatile and popular pot that works well in formal or informal garden setting.

A top seller.

*Slight colour and texture variations may occur.

The simplicity of cement pots is the perfect back drop to let your plants shine. (With drainage holes)

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

Modern and versatile pot that works extremely well with anything with a longer stem such as lollipop and trees.

*Slight colour and texture variations may occur.

The simplicity of cement pots is the perfect back drop to let your plants shine. (With drainage holes)

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

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. 

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. 

Flower & Fruit combines the best of both worlds; its organic base provides a full range of plant nutrients in a slow release form, whilst the carefully selected water-soluble nutrients have been added to maximise the performance of each application. Flower & Fruit is ideal for all flowering and fruit bearing plants (except indigenous plants and bare-rooted roses). This product increases the quality and quantity of the blooms and fruits. 

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.

Wonder Bonemeal is a slow-release, natural fertilizer rich in phosphorus and calcium, promoting strong roots, vibrant blooms, and healthy growth. Ideal for flowers, veggies, trees, and lawns, simply mix into soil for new plantings or sprinkle around established plants every 6–8 weeks for long-lasting nourishment.

Wild Bird Seed Bells include yellow millet & red millet.

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.

Bring a splash of life to your garden and support local birds all year round. This elegant fibre-cement bird bath suits Cape Town gardens—ideal for hot summer months when water helps birds stay cool. Durable, stylish, and functional.

*Garden photos used for presentation purposes. The actual bird bath sold is the one in the photos with the white background

*lead period of product may take up to 10 days

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