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The deep satisfaction in knowing the food you are about to serve is truly organic and healthy, much cheaper and that it has reduced your carbon footprint is a joyful moment for any gardening cook. If you’re into the urban farming concept and are thinking

Why not bring the pristine and crystal clear pools and streams found in nature into your own backyard? A natural swimming pool is a well-balanced wetland ecosystem that operates on the same principles as nature when filtering out harmful micro-organisms. Natur

Water-greedy lawns – nice but nasty Many people love a beautiful, well-manicured lawn but exotic lawns use an enormous amount of water, are maintenance intensive, can be unhealthy (especially for children prone to allergies), and discourage the presence

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South Africa’s prolonged drought is having a significant impact on the choices local buyers are making when purchasing a property, according to the head of Gumtree Property. In recent months, demand for water-wise properties – homes which are equipped with bor

In response to growing demand for locally grown produce, Target – one of America’s largest retailers – is planning to install vertical farms in their stores. Vertical farming – an agricultural technique which involves growing fruit and vegetables indoors

First impressions are important, especially when it comes to selling property, as most property purchase decisions are made within the first few seconds of viewing. The first thing prospective buyers see is the exterior and the garden – so a beautiful, well-ke