Fynbos in September: A Cape Garden Celebration
A Time to Celebrate What’s Truly Ours
September in the Western Cape is pure magic for gardeners—and especially for those who love fynbos. The mountains and open spaces are bursting with colour and fragrance, and it’s the perfect moment to bring that beauty into your own garden.
If you’ve ever thought about starting or expanding a fynbos garden, spring is the time to do it.
Why Fynbos Belongs in Every Cape Garden
Fynbos isn’t just beautiful—it’s also incredibly practical. These plants are adapted to our winter rainfall, nutrient-poor soils, and dry summers, which makes them ideal for low-maintenance, waterwise gardening. They're also key to supporting biodiversity, attracting birds, bees, and butterflies throughout the year.
What to Plant This Spring
Some favourites to look out for in September include:
- Proteas – iconic, architectural and striking in flower arrangements
- Leucospermums (Pincushions) – vibrant bursts of orange, yellow, and red
- Erica and Buchu – perfect for smaller gardens or containers
- Restios – great for adding texture and movement to beds
- Leucadendrons – reliable, colourful foliage all year round
Most of these are available right now at Cape Garden Centre thanks to our partnership with Arnelia, a leading supplier of quality fynbos. Their selection is grown right here in the Cape and perfectly suited to our gardens.
Caring for Fynbos is Surprisingly Simple
- Plant in well-drained soil
- Avoid overfeeding—no strong chemical fertilisers
- Give them full sun
- Water moderately in their first year to help them settle
Once established, they thrive with very little effort and bring year-round beauty and structure.
Let September Inspire You
Whether you’re planting a few pincushions in pots, starting a new border, or simply adding a single protea near the front door, there’s never been a better time to celebrate the natural beauty of the Cape.
Browse our fynbos selection in-store or online and discover just how rewarding it can be to grow something truly local.