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The Gardener's
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A range of in-depth blog articles on all aspects of gardening in Zambia.
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Jul 7, 2024
The Terrible Truth behind Soil Harvesting: Preserving Zambia's Natural Balance
In the vibrant tapestry of Zambian landscapes, from the lush woodlands to the meandering rivers, creates a thriving ecosystem in which a...
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Jun 30, 2024
Jobs for July: Working on your hardscaping
As July approaches, the winter chill has settled into Zambian gardens. If you are being responsible then your garden is more brown than...
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Jun 23, 2024
Current Low-Lawn trends in gardening
For many middle income Zambian households, lawns are a staple of every garden, and in fact when building, the first part of the garden...
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Jun 16, 2024
Eco-friendly Business Opportunities for Zambia
Zambia holds vast potential for industries centered on sustainability, offering promising avenues worth exploring. While initial setup...
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May 26, 2024
Lawn alternatives for low water gardens
It can sometimes be hard to 'think outside the box' when you have an already established garden, especially if it involves making...
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May 19, 2024
The Green Chronicles: Lusaka in focus
Lusaka has been on a well-heeled historical adventure with ample evidence of green literature, maps, provided by contributors such as the...
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May 12, 2024
Lusaka people take green strides forward
Lusaka developed as a popular hub for historic regional and international conventions that have improved the lives of African residents...
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Apr 28, 2024
Water-wise Gardening: Best Plants to Add to Your Garden Right Now
Suggestions for which plants to plant in a drought garden.
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Apr 15, 2024
The Garden City's Effect on Present-Day Lusaka
History of how green space was incorporated into the city planning.
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Mar 31, 2024
Jobs for April: A Guide to Preparing your Garden for Winter
In February, the President of Zambia announced a national emergency as we are now officially experiencing a drought. Many crops have been...
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Mar 10, 2024
Protecting your veggies from wildlife that want to eat your veggies
With the early onset of the dry season, we will already be finding small animals venturing into our yards to look for food. Dealing with...
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Mar 3, 2024
Exploring the Characteristics of Zambian, Indigenous Palm Trees
Palms are common in most urban ornamental gardens across Zambia. There is a wide array of palm species grown across the country hailing...
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Feb 25, 2024
Nurturing Our Gardens Through Erratic Weather Patterns of Climate Change
Introduction: El Niño has brought hot and dry conditions to Zambia, disrupting our usual weather patterns. We are experiencing October...
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Oct 1, 2023
Chifwema Arboretum | Zambia's first and only internationally recognised botanical garden
Zambia is a country blessed with breath-taking, natural beauty, from the vast Liuwa Plains to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls and its...
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Oct 1, 2023
Almost Everything You Need to Know About How and Why to Plant Trees, in Zambia
A simple guide to selecting which trees to plant around your home.
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Sep 24, 2023
How your garden affects the local water table
Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia, is known for its hot and dry weather conditions. Historically, we regularly experience flooding...
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Sep 10, 2023
Pet-friendly Indoor Plants
So if you are reading this, chances are that you have a very tactile pet that enjoys pulling things apart with their mouth. It's one...
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Sep 3, 2023
When is the best time to plant aloes in Zambia
Zambia has such a favourable climate that most plants can be planted through the year. In the extreme, heat of October and November or...
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Aug 28, 2023
The Lilayi Craft Market: A Case for Neighbourhood Markets
The craft market scene is a vibrant part of Lusaka culture. It's a social event with good food and definitely makes for a fund day out...
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Aug 27, 2023
Why aloes are some of the best plants to grow in our Climate
If you're looking to add a touch of natural beauty and practical benefits to your garden, consider planting aloes. These fascinating and...
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