One of the biggest mistakes I see every winter is gardeners leaving their beds completely bare because they think nothing is growing. The tomatoes are finished, the beans are gone, and suddenly the veggie garden looks like it has gone into hibernation. The problem is...
Recently someone asked me this question: “I've heard that there are specific dates that seeds need to be planted and it all feels quite complicated and overwhelming sometimes. Is it such an exact science? Probably also depends on where you live. Does winter/summer...
The Secret Beneath the Surface: Getting Your Soil Right for Root Vegetables
If there’s one thing I’ve learnt over the years in our garden, it’s this: you don’t grow root vegetables above ground — you grow them below it.
Carrots, beetroot, radishes, turnips… all of them rely on what’s happening under the surface. And if your soil isn’t right, no amount of watering, feeding, or hoping will fix it.
So let’s get this right from the start — because once your soil is sorted, root veggies become some of the easiest and most rewarding crops to grow.
Why Container Gardening Is a Whole New Game I remember when I planted my first veggies in containers. I thought, "Easy! Same seeds, same sun, just in a pot instead of the ground." Spoiler alert: it did not go as planned. The soil dried out faster, the plants were more...
Why We Choose Talborne Organics at VanZylStead At VanZylStead, our garden is more than just a patch of earth—it's a living testament to our commitment to sustainability and nurturing life. Over the years, we've experimented with various fertilizers, but our journey...
