In South Africa's Western Cape ... Despite the large extent of invasive plants in the fynbos, the ecosystem has exceptional biodiversity, containing a high number of endemic species found nowhere ...

In 2025, South Africa claimed another gold medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Leon Kluge, an acclaimed horticulturist and ...

South Africa claims floral glory once more at the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show, clinching a Gold medal for the second consecutive year under the visionary leadership of horticulturist Leon Kluge and ...

South Africa has once again achieved success at the Chelsea Flower Show, securing a prestigious gold medal for its 'Living Oceans' exhibit.

South Africa’s historical honeybush herbal tea farmers were dispossessed of their land during colonialism and apartheid.

Most native plants are under threat from climate change and increasing urbanisation. Introducing native endemic plants in ...

Renowned worldwide for its medicinal and cosmetic properties, Aloe ferox is also an integral part of South Africa’s cultural heritage. Linda Piegl explores the plant’s traditional uses and how to grow ...

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