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🪻The names say it all: ‘pink kisses’, ‘ea

🪻The names say it all: ‘pink kisses’, ‘early love’, ‘I love you’ and ‘purple wedding’. These pretty and petite pot carnations in romantic shades of pink, blush and purple come from centuries of cultivation.💐

The association of carnations with love, fascination and distinction goes back some 2000 years, when they were named ‘the flower of the gods’ by Greek philosopher Theophrastus.

Like roses🌹, many myths and legends surround the carnation, reinforcing its association with romance. They are woven into wedding bouquets and celebratory wreaths and are worn in buttonholes.

Modern pot carnations are compact and bushy, producing masses of bicoloured double flowers above grey-green stems and leaves. They can be planted as a showy border, are ideal for gravel gardens, and are hardy plants for patio containers and hanging baskets. They are perfect gift plants and can be grown indoors.

Unlike the older, taller carnation varieties that need staking and pinching, pot carnations don’t have to be fussed over.

And they're easy to grow!😊
- Pot carnations needs four to five hours of full sun. Plant in well-composted soil that drains well.
- Space plants 30cm apart and plant the crown of the plant level with the surface of the soil. No need to mulch; the stems like to be free of lingering moisture.
- Once established, plants are drought-tolerant and should not be overwatered. Let the soil dry out moderately before watering. The roots tend to rot in soggy soil.
- Fertilise once a month and cut back after flowering for a repeat flush of flowers.
- Container grown plants do best with morning sun and afternoon shade. Use a good quality potting soil that drains well and feed with Margaret Roberts Organic.
- Supercharger after planting. Plants in containers need more water than those in the garden. Boost growth and flowers with a liquid fertiliser once a month.

#carnationflower #pottedplants #spreadthelove #easytogrow

📚Words matter. Spoken, written, signed … they

📚Words matter. Spoken, written, signed … they shape society, inspire thought, connect people. And they have a flavour. Take South Africa. Daar’shy! Aikona. Dos. Eish. The words and sounds that bring us home … that Afrikaans rrrrollll, and the Xhosa click.
Words - local words - are what Exclusive Books Homebru 2024 is all about. A collection of local books - from light romance like Zibu Sithole’s I Do, I Don’t, to cookbooks like the wonderful Recipes to Die Live For by Sally Andrew’s Tannie Maria. From Graham Coetzer’s fascinating untold stories in Hunting With the Hawks to the wonderful Mr Hare Meets Mr Mandela by Chris van Wyk. There are loads of events to tie in with Homebru - coffee mornings and cocktail evenings, book signings and poetry evenings and children’s parties … find the details on exclusiveooks.co.za, where you can also order your favourite Homebru titles.

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🍲Extravagant doesn’t have to mean expensive.

🍲Extravagant doesn’t have to mean expensive. It’s all about the lavish plating, the tastiest ingredients, the generosity of servings. Eggs. Avos. Trout. A trio of fancy platters for your next celebration. 😉

If the idea of beetroot-cured gravadlax with horseradish sauce and Spier Frans K Smit white blend gravadlax, avo bagels and greek salad platter with cheat's poached eggs has your mouth watering, visit our Get It Lowveld website for the recipes.

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🌼Dare to be different. That’s the prompt from

🌼Dare to be different. That’s the prompt from wedding planners for brides who want their big day to be timeless yet trendy.

Roses remain the wedding flower of choice, but unlike previous years, this year’s brides (and wedding planners) are favouring bouquets, arrangements and installations that pop with colour, yet are natural and organic.🌹

According to wedding planners, bold and vibrant colours resonate with couples who want a wedding that celebrates their story and their individuality. Bright colours are energising and joyful, what better way to celebrate the most memorable day of their lives, says rose grower Ludwig Taschner.💐

Bouquets that seem freshly gathered from the garden evoke a sense of simplicity and spontaneity. Unlike traditional rose bouquets that usually feature a single colour, the latest trend offers space to play with different coloured roses. Combine them with other much-loved garden flowers like baby’s breath, daisies, grasses and other foliage that also add texture. What could be more personal than incorporating a bride’s favourite roses, or those that she grew up with in her parents’ garden?

The more colours the better, so feel free to break with convention when composing your bouquet. The secret is to get the balance right with rose blooms in complementary colours, offset with organic textures and hints of opulence. The effect? Both trendy and timeless.😉

For more on which roses to use and organic wedding decor, read the full article on our Get It Lowveld website.

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Meet our cover stars: Elegant and gracious, Lindiw

Meet our cover stars: Elegant and gracious, Lindiwe Brenda Mabaso’s ladylike demeanour belies a plucky and resourceful determination to challenge the status quo.🌼 Read more on the Get It Lowveld website.

🥰🥰The week leading up to your wedding is oft

🥰🥰The week leading up to your wedding is often a whirlwind of emotions, excitement and last-minute details. Amid all the chaos, it’s crucial to stay organised and focused to ensure that everything goes smoothly on your big day. 👰🤵‍♀️Read more on the Get It Lowveld website.