Start From Scratch or Upgrade a Garden? Avoiding the Wrong Decision

Most people assume landscaping is difficult because it’s physical.Because it involves earthworks, planting, hardscaping, and long hours outdoors. If you’re trying to decide whether to start a garden from scratch or upgrade an existing one, the real challenge isn’t the...

Beginner Guide to Growing a Bountiful Vegetable Garden in SA

There’s something deeply grounding about growing your own vegetables. Watching seeds sprout, harvesting crisp greens from your garden, and eating food grown by your own hands connect you to nature in the most rewarding way. Whether you’re starting a small courtyard...

Landscaping Costs: The Best Guide to Level Up Your Garden

Welcome to the third instalment of our mega landscaping series! Creating a dream garden is an exciting journey, but it’s important to understand landscaping costs to budget effectively and make informed decisions about your outdoor project. From professional fees and...

Landscaping Mastery: From Basics to Beautiful Gardens

Welcome to the World of Landscaping Landscaping transforms outdoor spaces into functional, aesthetic, and sustainable environments. It goes beyond just planting trees and flowers; it integrates hardscaping elements like pathways and patios with softscaping elements...

Gabions Are Way More Than Just Simple Rocks In A Box!

Do you want to add some drama and raw appeal to your garden? Gabions can do just that. Stone and rock have long been part of our human experience and the natural language of the earth. When you add them to your outdoor living space, they not only add warmth but also a...

Leucospermum Pincushion – All you need to know

In this blog, we at Contours Landscapes will discuss the striking Leucospermum. It is more commonly known as the Pincushion or Sugarbush. This fynbos plant, which is part of the Proteaceae family, is in full flower from the end of winter right through spring. What...