Page 28 - Fourways Gardens Issue 10 November 2023

Gardening

It’s Summertime!

Photo by Csaba Gyulavári

s summer is in full swing, dedicate What to focus on in your garden:
more time to nurturing your garden To maintain a flourishing garden, ensure
and tending to the rapid growth of regular feeding and watering of your
Ayour plants and lawns. This is the vegetables and flowers, fortifying them
season to infuse your flower beds with an against common pests.
array of vibrant colours, enhancing the appeal
of your outdoor entertainment area with the Revitalise your garden floor: Recent
exquisite beauty of flowering plants. trends have emphasised the importance
of garden flooring. Consider rejuvenating
The ideal colourful plants for this season your entertainment area by exploring
include: various garden flooring ideas. Start by
1. Petunias: These charming flowers add a replenishing the gravel with fresh stones GARDENER
lively touch to your flower beds. after thorough weeding. OF THE MONTH
2. Portulaca: A low-lying plant that spreads
quickly, adding a delightful carpet of Lawn care: For a healthy lawn, nourish it We are pleased to announce Dolp
colour. with contour compost, ensure adequate Khethayo Jere as the Gardener of
3. Celosia: These colourful and long-lasting watering, and maintain regular mowing. the Month. Dolp works diligently in
plants are perfect for the summer. Go potty: If you’re passionate about Phase 1 of the Camdeboo area. His
4. Dianthus: Guaranteed to illuminate gardening but lack space, why not perpetual smile and unwavering
any summer garden with their vibrant try container gardening? It offers an dedication have surpassed his
presence. opportunity to indulge in gardening on a usual duties this month. Dolp’s
5. Salvia: An excellent choice for the smaller scale while providing decorative willingness to assist with any task
summer, making a bold and colourful elements for your outdoor space. and extraordinary effort have not
statement. Discover Contour compost: Experience gone unnoticed. We commend Dolp
6. Marigolds: These heat-tolerant and the best compost in the market, Contour for his outstanding contributions to
long-lasting blooms are sure to thrive. compost. This organic alternative to Fourways Gardens Estate and extend
7. Zinnia: Whether from seed or seedlings, chemical fertilisers is environmentally our heartfelt gratitude.
Zinnias bring a burst of astonishing friendly and promotes garden health.
colour to your garden. Well done, Dolp, for consistently
going above and beyond to lend
a helping hand in and around the
Additional products available from Turfnet:
• Worm compost • Fine compost • Vermin+ • Lawn dressing • Mulch • Vermi pellets community.

To purchase natural gardening products, or for more information about how to be eco-friendly, contact Turfnet on
tel: 011 464 5088 or cell: 073 935 9754. Alternatively, email Jerida@mweb.co.za or visit www.turfgreen.co.za.
Address: Plot 17, School Road, Diepsloot

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