The Zimbabwean Gardener Issue 17 Winter 2017 Low res | Page 5
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Contents
06 Ornamental grasses
These trendy grasses suit both informal
or more contemporary gardens
11 azaleas
La Rochelle shows us how to rejuvenate
older azaleas in the garden
12 Zimbodama
Neels Scott creates a unique version of
the Kokedama for us
28 the zim aloe chick
Be inspired by this aloe, succulent and
cacti lover’s garden in a unique setting
La Dolce Vita - page 16
40 attracting birds
The Kurrichane Thrush
and the Arrow-marked Babbler
16 La dolce vita
42 eco circles
22 the shining sabi star
44 bangers and mash
A beautiful home and garden blends the
best of Italy and Zimbabwe
A new way of gardening that saves on
water, costs, labour, and space
The striking flower of the Sabi Star has
inspired Patrick Mavros to encapsulate
this beauty in his jewellery
Learn how to make sausages, as well as
grow potatoes and peas to complement
the perfect winter warming dish
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34 dividing bromeliads
Divide and reinvigorate your bromeliads
36 fruit tree care
Winter care for new and mature
fruit trees
24 pressing flowers
37 water wise tips
48 who’s who?
26 the winter guide
38 ginger
50 hybrid aloes
Press colourful flowers from the garden
to show off in the windows
How to save money, water, and labour
this winter
Halsted brings you the top ten water
wise tips for winter
An easy-to-grow and heartwarming spice
that is loaded with beneficial nutrients
Directory of nuseries, landscapers, lawn
specialists and more
Hybrids are appreciated for their
spectacular flowers and features
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