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Aloe albida
Aloe albida is a dwarf aloe with small white flowers. This species likes misty mountain grassland habitats and thrives in crevices amongst mossy rocks...
Streptocarpus lilliputana
This is a recently discovered Streptocarpus, found in only a few locations in Pondoland that are under threat....
Olinia ventosa
This beautiful tree makes a striking impression in spring when it is in full flower and is a good choice for a shade tree or focal point in a garden with...
Orbea
Stapeliads are one of the most interesting groups of succulents — the diversity in shape, colour, size and smell make them an enticing group to collect...
Carpobrotus edulis
Carpobrotus edulis is an easy-to-grow succulent groundcover, ideal for low-maintenance and water-wise gardens. It is also a useful first-aid plant...
Colchicum
Members of the genus Colchicum are low, short-stemmed to stemless perennials with leaves spreading on the ground. The most noticeable characteristic of...
Agapanthus praecox subsp. minimus 'Adelaide'
This floriferous dwarf agapanthus is the first to start flowering and one of the last to finish, a star performer in full sun or semi-shade....
Watsonia canaliculata
Watsonia canaliculata is a lovely small, purplish-pink flowering Watsonia with unusual erect, grooved leaves. Rare and restricted to the...
Agapanthus campanulatus
A dainty deciduous agapanthus from the Drakensberg, this is a good choice for gardeners in cold areas who struggle to grow evergreen agapanthus....
Lasiosiphon triplinervis
An attractive yellow shrub that flowers throughout the year. This is one of the most underrated grassland forbs, drawing attention from a distance...
Clivia nobilis
Clivia nobilis was the first species of Clivia to be described in 1828. It was a popular plant in England until the more spectacular Clivia miniata appeared...
Ornithogalum thyrsoides
Showy bulbous herb of vast horticultural importance because of its long lasting flowers suitable for use as cut flowers....
Vachellia erioloba
The beautiful, slow-growing camel thorn grows well in poor soils and in harsh environmental conditions. It is an ideal shrub/tree for a small or large...
Gunnera perpensa
Is this what the dinosaurs ate? Read on to find out.The genus Gunnera has numerous unique characteristics, some of which indicate that these plants have...
Cryptocarya woodii
This is a handsome tree for small gardens with a lovely shape when properly pruned. The shiny, purple-black fleshy fruits are showy and complemented by...
Croton gratissimus
This is an attractive and versatile deciduous shrub or small tree in the home garden, but capable of becoming a large tree in certain instances....
Hilliardiella aristata
Beautiful silky silver leaves and dark mauve-purple flowers in early summer, Hilliardiella aristata is an eye-catching plant for the sunny garden....
Pseudoselago serrata
This striking, hardy perennial is the perfect filler to provide cheerful mauve blooms which attract butterflies and a host of other insects, increasing...
