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Agapanthus white

Plant of the month: Agapanthus cultivars

By Julia Budden 13 January 2012 at 11:53 AM

Every month we highlight a new plant (both exotics and indigenous species) and tell you about some of its qualities that we think make it a worthwhile garden specimen.   [...]

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The Alphen Hotel – garden rejuvenation by Cape Contours

By Julia Budden 15 December 2011 at 08:51 AM

The Alphen Hotel has re-opened and Cape Contours is proud to have been part of the rejuvenation of the beautiful gardens. New features include the replanted Rose Garden, a Kitchen Herb Garden, the replanted Oak Avenue pathway and more.

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Pelargonium peltatum pink and white

Plant of the month: Pelargonium peltatum

By Julia Budden 1 December 2011 at 08:33 AM

We have just planted an embankment area at the Alphen Hotel with the ‘Ivy leafed Pelargonium’ in shades of pink, red and white. There’s more ways to use this plant in this month’s Plant of the Month.

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Gates to the 'White Garden'

A hidden gem

By Julia Budden 13 November 2011 at 09:46 PM

Stellenberg House garden is a wonderful garden in the heart of Kenilworth overflowing with glamour, beauty and history. We tell you about some of it here.

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Geranium incanum flowers

Plant of the month – Geranium incanum

By Julia Budden 1 November 2011 at 02:48 PM

Every month we highlight a new plant (both exotics and indigenous species) and tell you about some of its qualities that we think make it a worthwhile garden specimen.   [...]

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