GARDEN&HOME For the house proud, and the garden savvy, Garden&Home magazine has been one of South Africa’s favourite decor and gardening brands for decades. The all-encompassing magazine will be your solution to every facet of the home, from stylish decor, inspirational houses and gardens, lifestyle trends, expert gardening tips, solutions for small spaces, buyer’s guides and useful (yes, actually useful!) DIY projects. From cover to cover, Garden&Home inspires creativity, delivers know-how and surprises with innovative ideas
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Fabulously Fake • One lucky reader stands a chance to win an Instagreen installation from Distinctive Spaces worth R15 000!
Beauty Sleep • At Garden&Home, we really value a good night's rest, and since bedrooms are top of mind for this issue, we share our tips and ideas for creating the ultimate soothing space
In the mood for sleep • For a tranquil ambience in the bedroom, mix minimalist pieces with soft tones and natural textures
Dream COME TRUE • Interior Designer and Owner of The Private House Company Yvonne O'Brien is known for creating rooms that are understated yet elegant and timeless. Here are her tips for turning your sleep zone into a serene sanctuary
SMALL BUT MIGHTY • Microgreens are super-healthy, cost-effective and easy to care for. Here's how to grow your own
DECOR
ELECTRIC DREAMS • 10 of the best bold and beautiful bedrooms
Country Cool • In a Tudor Revival home in Cobham, Surrey, interior desinger Kim Stephen has crafted a chic yet laid-back take on modern country style Stephen
FRESH HERITAGE • A confidently contemporary update has given new life to a great old grande dame of a house in Cape Town's City Bowl
How to DIY a Painted Headboard Effect • Looking for a simple bedroom refresh? This idea is easy, inexpensive and can be done over a weekend
GARDEN
LAVENDER DREAMS • Lavender boasts a myriad of health benefits, especially for those seeking better sleep
Roses 101 • If you're scared of growing roses or haven't tried it yet, rose month is the perfect time to dive in
ROSE VARIETIES • With thousands of cultivars to choose from, you are bound to find a rose you like. Flip through a rose catalogue or walk around your local nursery for inspiration. These are a few of our favourite proudly South African roses:
La Vie En Rose • A look at a garden through rose-coloured glasses…
In The Garden October Garden To-dos • Keep the spring in your step
IN THE EDIBLE GARDEN
Grow Groundcovers • Groundcovers are ideal plants to fill empty gaps in your garden fast with little effort. These low-lying plants blanket the soil, helping to prevent erosion, suppress weeds and maintain moisture while adding a delightful green touch.
Hydrangea Care
Get Ready For Garden Day
HOUSEPLANTS Art D THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP • Houseplants don't only provide aesthetic value. According to researchers, they can also improve our sleep
Tree Houses, ELEVATED • From cutting-edge design to eco-friendly retreats, the humble tree house has become the ultimate space for relaxation, creativity and connection with nature
Keep Snails At Bay
LIFESTYLE
From Garden To Braai • Outdoor cooking in South Africa means a braai. Adding dried or fresh herbs to food cooked over a fire adds layers of delicious flavour
Feeling fresh • We've got you covered with these colourful dishes loaded with fruit, veggies and spring flavour!
DIVE RIGHT IN • Cool down this season at some of our favourite swimming spots – and a few hidden gems
Sweet Dreams • Should your pets be sleeping on your bed or in their own? Here are the pros...