The Household Garden Blog

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Water Feature for Your Garden

There’s something undeniably enchanting about the sound of water gently cascading over stones, or the serene sight of a still pond reflecting the sky. Water features have the power to transform any...

A season-by-season garden care guide for South Africa

A season-by-season garden care guide for South Africa, covering spring, summer, autumn and winter jobs by region, plus year-round care for concrete pots and outdoor furniture.

Getting your garden ready for spring: a South African checklist in plain words

A plain-words spring preparation guide for South African gardens, covering frost timing, pruning, refreshing pots, top-dressing beds and lawns, and cleaning concrete pots.

How to build a container garden that actually thrives

A practical guide to building a container garden in South Africa, from drainage and potting mix to plant combinations, watering rhythm and feeding.

How to style concrete pots: ideas that work in South African gardens

Practical styling advice for concrete pots in South African gardens, covering grouping, finish, colour in harsh sun, entrance statements and troughs used as living screens.

Fibre concrete vs terracotta and clay pots: which is better for South Africa?

A straight comparison of fibre-reinforced concrete and terracotta pots for South African conditions, covering frost, sun, watering, weight, ageing and long-term cost.

How to choose the right size pot: a practical guide with real measurements

A measurements-first guide to choosing pot size for trees, shrubs, vegetables, spreading plants and entrances, using real Pot Shack pot dimensions.

Growing Vegetables in Shady Areas: Tips and Tricks for a Successful Harvest

In this article, we will share valuable tips and insights on growing vegetables in shady areas.

Growing vegetables in containers: a South African quick-start guide

A season-by-season guide to growing vegetables in pots in South Africa, with sun hours, pot depths per crop, and watering and feeding that suits our climate.

How to Grow Lots of Berries in Your Back Garden

Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about how to grow your own berries and brambles in South Africa!

Starting a garden from scratch in South Africa: where to begin

How to start a garden from scratch in South Africa, from reading the sun and soil to choosing a first bed, first plants and pots for the spots where nothing will grow in the ground.

How to make a small garden look bigger

There are so many, relatively easy ways to “expand” a space!