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...

The Complete Composting Guide for South African Gardens

Composting turns organic waste into valuable soil food. However, South African gardens face unique challenges that need region-specific knowledge. For instance, the water-scarce Western Cape differs vastly from humid KwaZulu-Natal. Similarly, sandy coastal soils...

Lawn Mowing 101: Inspiration for a Beautiful Lawn

Want to keep your lawn in top shape and make your neighbours green with envy? The secret to a stunning lawn starts with mastering the art of lawn mowing. While mowing may seem straightforward, doing it correctly and with the right equipment can significantly impact...

Big Key Role Players in Landscaping You Really Need to Hire

Creating a stunning landscape involves more than just picking out plants and arranging them around your yard. It’s a collaborative effort requiring the expertise of various key role players in landscaping who specialize in bringing outdoor spaces to life. In this...

Hardscaping vs. Softscaping: Achieve Better Garden Harmony

Welcome to the second edition of our landscaping series! Now that we’ve covered the basics of landscaping in the introduction, it’s time to dig deeper into the individual elements that make a great landscape design. In this post, we’ll focus...

Landscape Design Award for the Best and Unique Garden Look

At Contours Landscapes, we believe that landscape design is much more than just arranging plants and structures. We create spaces that resonate with beauty, functionality, and sustainability. We proudly announce that the 2024 SALI Awards of Excellence recognised our...