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.

Brachyscome is a compact perennial that produces masses of cheerful daisy-like flowers from spring through summer and into autumn. Available in two beautiful varieties: 'Fresco Purple' with vibrant purple blooms and 'Fresco Candy' with soft pink and white petals. This easy-growing plant is perfect for containers, flower gardens, and border plantings where its neat, mounding habit creates lovely displays. Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer during the flowering season to maintain continuous blooms. Both varieties are equally hardy and water-wise, making them excellent choices for low-maintenance gardens.

A dazzling groundcover that delivers a carpet of intense, true-blue flowers unlike anything else in the garden. From November through May in Cape Town’s climate (late spring to autumn), this compact perennial bursts into bloom, creating waves of vibrant color that shimmer in the sunlight. Its silvery-green foliage provides a soft contrast, making the flowers appear even more luminous. Perfect for edging, containers, hanging baskets, or mass planting, Blue My Mind™ thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Heat- and drought-tolerant once established, it’s a reliable choice for waterwise gardens. Transform your garden into a sea of blue with the Evolvulus ‘Blue My Mind’ 

Why You’ll Love It

• Produces unmatched, vivid blue blooms for months.
• Compact, spreading habit perfect for borders and pots.
• Thrives in hot, sunny conditions with minimal care.
• Silvery foliage adds texture and contrast.
• A Proven Winners® favorite for reliable performance.

Plant & Care

Plant in full sun with well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as it becomes drought-hardy. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Ideal for containers, it cascades beautifully over edges. Protect from frost in winter, or treat as an annual in colder areas.

Did You Know?

The name Blue My Mind™ was chosen because its flower color is so intensely blue that gardeners often say it “blows their mind.” Evolvulus belongs to the morning glory family, but unlike its relatives, it stays compact and blooms steadily without becoming invasive.

Licorice Plant/Kooigoed (Helichrysum Petiolare) is a soft, trailing perennial with silvery-grey, felted leaves that add texture and brightness to borders, rockeries, containers, or hanging baskets. Its cascading habit makes it especially valuable as a filler or spiller in mixed plantings, where it contrasts beautifully with bold greens and bright blooms.

Why You'll Love It:
• Perfect filler or spiller in mixed plantings
• Contrasts beautifully with bold greens and bright blooms
• Hardy and drought-tolerant once established
• Aromatic leaves with soothing fragrance
• Helps repel insects naturally
• Easy-care choice that rewards light trimming
• Ideal for borders, rockeries, containers, or hanging baskets

Cultural Heritage:
Among Afrikaans-speaking communities, Helichrysum petiolare is affectionately called kooigoed — literally "bed herb." Traditionally, its aromatic leaves were used to stuff mattresses, both for their soothing fragrance and their ability to help repel insects naturally. This heritage gives the plant a uniquely local charm, connecting today's gardens to generations of practical use.

Planting & Care:
Plant 30-40cm apart in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes drought-tolerant. Light trimming encourages lush, compact growth. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring.

 Dipladenia Diamantina Jade Pink is a magnificent, free-flowering climber shrub that produces cascades of soft pink blooms from spring right through to autumn. Compact yet vigorous, it’s a standout choice for pots, trellises, and mixed flower beds, bringing long-lasting colour and elegance to the garden.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this dipladenia prefers well-drained soil and performs best when allowed to climb an airy trellis rather than being planted directly against a hot wall. Low-maintenance, resilient, and endlessly rewarding, it’s one of our absolute favourites for adding beauty and charm to Western Cape gardens.

 Turn your garden into a showpiece with Dipladenia (Mandevilla) Jade White that delivers an impressive display of pure white, trumpet-shaped blooms from spring right into early autumn. Each flower shines against lush, glossy green foliage, bringing effortless elegance to patios, courtyards, balconies, and sunny garden beds.

This naturally neat grower is perfect for containers, decorative pots, or trained lightly up a small trellis for added height. In the Western Cape, it thrives in full sun to bright semi-shade, and appreciates a sheltered spot away from cold, wet winter weather. In containers, choose a pot with good drainage so the roots can stretch comfortably.

Why you’ll love it
• Pure white, trumpet-shaped blooms for a clean, elegant look
• Compact, evergreen habit, ideal for patios and containers
• Flowers generously from spring to early autumn
• Thrives in sun to semi-shade in Cape Town conditions
• Beautiful trained on a light trellis or grown as a tidy shrub

Growing tips
Plant in well-drained soil or a premium potting mix, keep the soil lightly moist (never waterlogged), and feed during the growing season for continuous flowering. Protect from cold, wet winters, especially if planted in pots. Light spring thinning encourages a fresh burst of growth and blooms.

A hardy, fast-growing, long-flowering, eye-catcher that requires only moderate water and minimal care. It pairs wonderfully with contrasting plants like deep purple salvia or fiery red geraniums, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors.

Excellent for use in difficult spots where nothing else can survive, this fast-growing daisy bush will give immense joy with a profusion of yellow flowers.  This hardy perennial responds well to pruning. Yellow daisies from mid spring to mid autumn.

A beautiful evergreen shrub, blooming almost all year round with a lovely display of fragrant  flowers adorned with golden-yellow centres. Suitable as a hedge or informal screening plant, as they can be pruned into any shape. You can also grow them as a tree or standard plant by removing the lower branches.

Mexican Daisy (Erigeron) is a low-maintenance flowering perennial from the daisy family that flowers enthusiastically for many months. Loved by landscapers, this versatile plant can be used as a ground cover and to soften edges, with white-pink daisy-flowers that will invite butterflies to your garden.

Why You'll Love It:
• Low-maintenance flowering perennial
• Loved by landscapers for its versatility
• Perfect ground cover to soften edges
• Invites butterflies to your garden
• Thrives in sun to semi-shade
• Spreading habit creates soft, romantic displays
• Ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers

Planting & Care:
Plant 30-40cm apart in sun to semi-shade with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plant becomes more drought-tolerant. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring.

These salt-tolerant plants are water-wise and highly recommended for coastal gardens. Their dry papery petals retain their purple colour well, making them popular for dried flower arrangements. The flowers last for ages and therefore their other common name 'everlasting'. 

A resilient succulent shrub with a regal name, Crown of Thorns is loved for its clusters of bright red, pink, or yellow bracts that appear almost year-round in Cape Town’s mild climate, with peak flowering from late spring through autumn (October–April). Its thorny stems and glossy green leaves make it both striking and hardy, perfect for sunny patios, rockeries, and water-wise gardens. With its long-lasting blooms and tough nature, this plant brings colour and character to any space while thriving on minimal care.

Why You’ll Love It

• Produces colourful bracts almost year-round in Cape Town.
• Thrives in sunny, dry conditions with minimal care.
• Compact size makes it suitable for pots, borders, and rockeries.
• Naturally drought-tolerant and water-wise.
• Hardy plant that withstands heat and coastal conditions.

Plant & Care

Plant in sandy, well-draining soil and position in full sun for best flowering. Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between waterings. Prune lightly to shape and remove dead stems, but handle with care due to its thorns. Protect from excessive winter rain by ensuring good drainage. It is a tough, low-maintenance plant that rewards with continuous colour.

Did You Know?

Euphorbia milii is believed to have been introduced to Europe from Madagascar in the 19th century. Its name “Crown of Thorns” comes from the legend that it was the plant woven into the crown placed on Christ’s head, making it one of the most symbolically significant ornamentals in cultivation.

Deck the halls with symbolic British Holly—its deep green, glossy leaves and vibrant red berries create a festive flourish! Cultivate this evergreen beauty in the Western Cape with care: well-drained soil, partial shade, and regular watering. Pruning in late winter and spring shapes its growth, but remember, holly is toxic to people and pets.

Pansy Punch Mix is a vibrant blend of colorful, cold-hardy pansies, perfect for adding long-lasting seasonal color to gardens, borders, and containers. With large, cheerful blooms in a mix of bold hues, this variety thrives in cool weather, offering a bright and eye-catching display. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it’s ideal for year-round garden interest.

Mandevilla Opale Grenat is a striking climber shrub, prized for its luxurious, jewel-toned crimson-red blooms that flower continuously from spring into early autumn. Rich in colour and vibrancy, it creates an opulent display whether in patio pots, flower beds, or trained on a trellis. Planted in groups, Opale Grenat delivers a dramatic, high-impact show that brings depth and elegance to Cape Town and Western Cape gardens.

Thriving in full sun and moist, free-draining soil, this variety is easy to care for and richly rewarding. Water regularly, feed every 2–3 weeks in the growing season, and protect from frost in cooler areas. Avoid planting directly against hot walls; instead, allow this climber shrub to twine naturally on airy supports. Locally grown and rarely seen in such intensity of colour, Cape Garden’s Opale Grenat plants arrive strong, healthy, and ready to transform your garden.

These sunny yellow Pansies are hybrids derived from the viola species and one of the few bedding plants that flower well during winter and continue into spring. Pansies are vibrant, beautiful and easy to grow. They need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if the get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

Blotch white has large flowers, held on strong, short stems. They flower well during winter and continue into spring. Pansies are vibrant, beautiful and easy to grow. Due to the coloration on their petals, many people call them, little faces or "gesiggies". They need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if the get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

Violas are vibrant, beautiful and easy to grow and can flower throughout autumn and winter. Blotch White has vibrant white petals with a paint-like blue-purple blotch in the center.  All violas have similarly heart-shaped flowers.  Ideal for bedding, edging, window boxes and containers.

Aeonium arboreum  Tree Aeonium. A striking succulent shrub with rosettes of glossy, spoon‑shaped leaves perched on woody stems, the Tree Aeonium adds bold architecture to any garden. In Cape Town, it bursts into clusters of golden‑yellow flowers during late winter and spring (August–October), creating a dazzling contrast against its lush green foliage. Perfect for rockeries, coastal gardens, or statement pots, it thrives in full sun and well‑drained soil. With its sculptural form and seasonal colour, the Tree Aeonium is a living piece of art for your garden.

Why You’ll Love It

• Bold rosettes create a dramatic, sculptural look.
• Golden flower clusters brighten late winter gardens.
• Thrives in coastal and water‑wise landscapes.
• Easy to grow in pots or directly in the ground.
• Adds instant Mediterranean flair to Cape Town gardens.

Plant & Care

Plant in sandy, well‑draining soil and position in full sun for best colour and growth. Water sparingly, especially during Cape Town’s rainy winters, as Aeoniums dislike soggy roots. Remove spent flower stalks to keep plants tidy and encourage new rosettes. Protect from frost and prune lightly to maintain shape. Feed occasionally with a balanced fertilizer in spring to support flowering.

Did You Know?

Aeonium arboreum is native to the Canary Islands, where it grows wild on rocky slopes. Its name “arboreum” refers to its tree‑like stems, which make it stand out among succulents as one of the few with a truly shrubby form.

These vibrant orange Pansies are hybrids derived from the viola species and one of the few bedding plants that flower well during winter and continue into spring. Pansies are vibrant, beautiful and easy to grow. Due to the coloration on their petals, many people call them, little faces or "gesiggies". They need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if the get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

Mandevilla Diamantina® Citrine Yellow is a radiant climber shrub with clusters of cheerful, golden-yellow trumpet-shaped blooms that light up the garden from spring into early autumn. Shining against glossy green foliage, it brings warmth and brightness to flower beds, patio pots, or trellises. Its uplifting colour makes it a true jewel among Dipladenias — rare to find and always in demand. Gardeners are truly lucky to get their hands on one of these!

Like all Diamantina® varieties, Citrine Yellow thrives in full sun and moist, free-draining soil. Water regularly, feed during the growing season, and protect from frost in cooler areas. Avoid planting directly against hot walls; instead, allow this climber shrub to twine naturally on airy supports. Beautiful, resilient, and rarely available, this sought-after Dipladenia is a collector’s delight for Cape Town and Western Cape gardens.

Pansies are hybrids derived from the viola species and one of the few bedding plants that flower well during winter and continue into spring. Punch white is vibrant white with a yellow eye. Easy to grow, but they need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if they get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

Sempervivum 'Grape' features fleshy rosettes with vibrant deep purple leaves, The mother plant offsets readily, to create a large colony over time. Bears lovely flowers from late summer. The rosettes die after flowering, but are quickly replaced by new ones.  Ideal for beds, borders and containers.

This special 2-in-1 climber shrub offers double the impact, with two plants in a single pot for an even more magnificent display. Flowering continuously from spring through to autumn, it produces an abundance of trumpet-shaped blooms set against glossy green foliage. Perfect for pots, flower beds, or climbing up an airy trellis, the 2-in-1 variety quickly becomes a showpiece in any Cape Town or Western Cape garden.

As with all Dipladenias, avoid planting directly against hot walls. Instead, allow them to climb naturally on a light support for best results. Thriving in full sun with moist, free-draining soil, this variety is easy to grow, responds well to regular watering and feeding, and rewards you with months of vibrant colour. A true favourite for gardeners wanting maximum effect with minimal effort.

Beautiful blue Pansies, one of the few bedding plants that flower well during winter and continue into spring. Pansies are vibrant, beautiful and easy to grow. Due to the coloration on their petals, many people call them, little faces or "gesiggies". They need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if the get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

Calandiva is a dazzling indoor and patio favourite, celebrated for its clusters of double-petaled blooms that resemble miniature roses. Flowering generously in late autumn through winter (May–August in Cape Town), it brings a burst of colour when many other plants are resting. Available in a wide palette, from vibrant reds and oranges to soft pinks, yellows, and whites. Calandiva is perfect for brightening living spaces, balconies, and sheltered garden corners. Compact and long-lasting, its blooms can persist for weeks, making it a superb gift plant as well as a cheerful addition to your own collection. Thriving in bright light with minimal water, it’s ideal for water-wise gardeners and anyone seeking effortless beauty. Bring year-round charm indoors with the Calandiva (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana hybrid).

Why You’ll Love It

• Rose-like clusters of colourful blooms.
• Flowers in Cape Town’s cooler months (May–August).
• Compact size perfect for pots and indoor displays.
• Long-lasting blooms with minimal care.
• A cheerful, water-wise plant for gifting or décor.

Plant & Care

Place in bright, indirect light indoors or semi-shade outdoors. Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between waterings, overwatering can damage roots. Remove spent blooms to encourage fresh flowering. Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Protect from frost and cold drafts in winter.

Did You Know?

Calandiva was developed in the Netherlands as a special cultivar of Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, bred specifically for its double-petaled “mini-rose” flowers that last longer than the single-flowered varieties

A medium sized hardy evergreen tree, with an almost white bark and lovely rounded crown of dense, dark-green, glossy leaves. 

This magnificent, compact tree with its ornamental shape is a medium paced grower.

Ideal for a smaller garden as shade tree or hedging.  Bears fragrant sweet-scented flowers in summer and red berries in autumn.  Only the female tree will produce berries.  Attracts birds and butterflies to the garden.  

A dense, rapidly spreading, mat-forming groundcover with shiny, dark green leaves. Whirls of tiny, blue-violet flowers appear in mid-to late Spring. When in full flower, large clumps of bugleweed can create a striking display. Dense foliage will choke out weeds and fill in large, shady areas where lawns are difficult to establish.

Excellent for small spaces,containers and rock gardens.

Aeonium 'Velour' is a striking succulent with deep burgundy rosettes that fade to green at the center. This drought-tolerant beauty thrives in full sun to partial shade, adding bold color and texture to gardens, rockeries, and containers. Easy to grow, it forms lush clusters for a dramatic display.

Pansies are hybrids derived from the viola species and one of the few bedding plants that flower well during winter and continue into spring. These pansies are in vibrant shades of lavender and easy to grow. Due to the coloration on their petals, many people call them, little faces or "gesiggies". They need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if the get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

A lovely pansy in shades of light & dark purple with a yellow eye, blooming throughout winter and into spring. These easy to grow flowers are a must-have for any garden. Due to the coloration on their petals, many people call them, little faces or "gesiggies". They need at least 6 hours of full sun in winter and will perform best if the get dappled shade in spring and summer. Liquid fertilize once every two weeks or at least once a month as flowering takes a lot of energy from the plant that needs to be replenished if they need to flower for a long time. 

An evergreen, fast growing and compact bush with masses of large magenta flowers in early summer to autumn. Ideal to use as a fast spreading groundcover or can be pruned into a low growing hedge.

A dramatic succulent tree with a spiny trunk and a crown of long, narrow leaves, the Madagascar Palm is a bold statement plant. In Cape Town, it produces fragrant white flowers with yellow centres during the warm summer months (December to February), though flowering is more common in mature specimens. Thriving in full sun and dry conditions, it’s perfect for water-wise gardens, containers, or as a striking indoor feature in bright spaces. Bring home the Madagascar Palm for sculptural beauty and tropical flair. Madagascar Palm Pachypodium lamerei

Why You’ll Love It

• Bold spiny trunk with tropical leaf crown.
• Produces fragrant white-yellow flowers in summer.
• Extremely drought tolerant and low maintenance.
• Perfect for containers, patios, and feature planting.
• Adds exotic flair to Cape Town gardens.

Plant & Care

Plant in sandy, well-draining soil and position in full sun. Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between watering, and reduce watering in winter. Protect from frost and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. Handle with care due to sharp spines, and prune only to remove damaged leaves.

Did You Know?

Despite its name, the Madagascar Palm is not a true palm but a succulent from the Apocynaceae family. Its spiny trunk helps store water, making it perfectly adapted to arid conditions.

Toxicity Note

Pachypodium lamerei is toxic if ingested due to its milky sap, which can cause irritation. Its sharp spines also pose a physical hazard, so handle carefully and keep away from pets and children.

Pansy Punch 'Denim' showcases stunning shades of deep blue and purple, resembling soft denim hues. This cold-hardy, compact variety thrives in borders, containers, and flower beds, providing vibrant color throughout the cooler seasons. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for adding a bold, elegant touch to any garden.

A hardy, low-maintenance perennial that's ideal for containers, borders, and as a groundcover.   Bears an abundance of yellow-orange flowers nestled on silver-green foliage. Blooms from summer to autumn with an added bonus of a sweet pineapple scent.

This striking succulent, native to Madagascar, is loved for its scalloped, bluish-green leaves edged in lavender tones and its clusters of bell-shaped coral-pink flowers. In Cape Town’s climate, it typically flowers in late winter through spring, adding vibrant colour when many gardens are still quiet. Perfect for rock gardens, borders, or containers, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it ideal for water-wise gardening. Its low, spreading habit also makes it useful as groundcover or edging. A hardy, decorative plant that’s easy to grow and propagate, Lavender Scallops is a cheerful addition to any garden.

Why You’ll Love It

• Beautiful scalloped leaves with lavender edges.
• Striking coral-pink, bell-shaped flowers in late winter/spring.
• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.
• Excellent for borders, rock gardens, or containers.
• Easy to propagate from cuttings or leaf plantlets.

Plant & Care

Plant in well-drained soil and position in full sun for best colour. Water sparingly, allow soil to dry almost completely between waterings, especially in cooler months. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Protect from frost in colder areas, and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Did You Know?

Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi produces tiny plantlets along the edges of detached leaves, which can root easily, a natural survival trick that makes it one of the easiest succulents to propagate!

Sempervivum 'Greenii' is a pretty mat-forming evergreen succulent featuring fleshy, sharply pointed leaves, with dark red tips. The mother plant offsets readily, to create a large colony over time. Bears star-shaped pink flowers from late summer. The rosettes die after flowering, but are quickly replaced by new ones.  Ideal for beds, borders and containers.