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What’s New & Looking Good This Week!This week, w

What’s New & Looking Good This Week!This week, we’re celebrating geophytes commonly known as bulbs. The masters of survival - storing water and nutrients underground to thrive through dry summers and fire and bursting into life just when your garden needs a seasonal lift.Our Top 6 High-Impact Picks:Watsonia borbonica (Cape Bugle Lily)Tall and elegant with soft pink or white flower spikes. Perfect for the back of water-wise gardens and a sunbird favourite.Chasmanthe floribunda (African Cobra Lily)A winter grower with orange blooms that thrive in dry shade. A seasonal favourite for attracting nectar-feeding birds.Gloriosa superba (Flame Lily)An exotic-looking climber to weave through your shrubs.Freesia leichtlinii subsp. alba (White Freesia)Iconic, sweet fragrance for sensory paths. A low-growing, water-wise bulb that attracts bees and early pollinators.Babiana angustifolia (Babiana)Deep crimson blooms. Perfect for sandy coastal soil creating striking mass displays. A favourite of specialist pollinators like the Cape monkey beetle.Lachenalia pallida (Pale Viooltjie)Small, detailed & quietly beautiful. Perfect for containers or rockeries, with soft pastel blooms and speckled foliage. A resilient endemic that supports early-season pollinators.Landscapers and Green Professionals: Register at the desk to receive 20% OFF all plants, soil, and mulch!Want to master these "earth plants"? We’ve created a FREE Cape Geophyte Guide for our community.Link in Bio to sign up for our newsletter and download your guide!Visit Us:
City Bowl: 83 Kloof Nek Rd
Kirstenbosch: Gate 2 (Free nursery entry!)#HappyByNature #CapeGeophytes #WaterWise #IndigenousNursery #CapeFloralKingdom #LandscapingTips

Healing Landscapes: The UCT Water GardenWe’ve ju

Healing Landscapes: The UCT Water GardenWe’ve just completed Phase 2 of our work at the UCT Faculty of Health Sciences, and it’s a project close to our hearts.
Our mission at HAPPY BY NATURE is to place Nature back at the center of our healthcare system. This phase involved creating an indigenous water garden - home to 58 species, many of which carry a long history of traditional medicinal use.
More than just planting: This was a day of shared wisdom. Traditional Health Practitioners (THPs), medical students, lecturers, and staff all got their hands in the soil together, sharing knowledge.Want to learn more about the medicinal plants used in this project? Sign up for our newsletter (Link in bio) to learn how to create your own indigenous medicine garden. We can also help you design and install one, or you can book a private Indigenous First-Aid workshop to discover the practical healing properties of local plants and craft your own natural remedies to take home.📍Visit the Nursery: 83 Kloof Nek Rd | Kirstenbosch Gardens Gate 2 (Free entrance to nursery)#HAPPYBYNATURE #healingwithnature #indigenousknowledge #natureandwellbeing #UCTTraditionalHealing LivingLandscapes CapeTownNursery

Life in a Living GardenIn the past few weeks, we

Life in a Living GardenIn the past few weeks, we watched four Charaxes brutus (White-barred Charaxes) caterpillars contentedly munching on our Forest Mahogany trees before forming their intricate chrysalises.Did you know butterflies only return to gardens that support their full life cycle? This means providing more than just nectar - they need specific host plants for their caterpillars, too.In a truly living garden, a nibbled leaf is a quiet sign that something deeper is unfolding. To see a butterfly drifting through the air, we must first allow for a little "imperfection" and a little mess.When we garden with Nature, life returns.At HAPPY BY NATURE, we believe a garden shouldn't just look good - it should feel alive.How to support them:
Plant indigenous host species alongside flowering plants.
Avoid pesticides entirely.
Let parts of your garden grow a little wild.🎁 Free Butterfly Garden PDF
We’ve created a comprehensive guide including a full list of indigenous nectar and host plants to help you transform your space. Link in Bio to receive your free PDF.Sign up for our newsletter via the link to join our community, create with Nature, and nurture wellbeing.📍 Visit us today: 83 Kloof Nek Rd | Kirstenbosch Gardens Gate 2 (Free nursery entrance!)#HAPPYBYNATURE #butterflygarden #indigenousgardening #capetowngardener #biodiversity #naturenurture #livinggardens

What’s New, Special & Looking Good This Week!We’

What’s New, Special & Looking Good This Week!We’ve been on a botanical treasure hunt! This week, we’ve secured a limited stock of species that bridge the gap between traditional medicine and habitat creation for our local Cape Town wildlife.Here are the stars of the nursery right now:Natal Guarri (Euclea natalensis)The ultimate windbreak against the "Cape Doctor." Hardy, evergreen, and its berries are a favorite for Red-winged Starlings.Marsh Pennywort (Centella asiatica)A lush, creeping groundcover perfect for damp spots. It filters runoff and creates a home for the Cape River Frog.Natal Red Top (Melinis repens)A stunning pioneer grass with ruby-pink seed heads that bring movement and color to any water-wise Cape meadow.Wild Mint (Mentha longifolia)Intensely aromatic and great for stabilizing wetland edges. A magnet for our endemic bees and butterflies & a delicious garnish or ingredient for a refreshing cordial.Cape Beech (Rapanea melanophloeos)A fast-growing screen for privacy and wind protection. Its dense canopy is a haven for the African Olive-Pigeon.Tortoise Berry (Muraltia spinosa)A rugged fynbos shrub that forms a secure, water-wise hedge. Keep an eye out for the berries and the tortoises that love them!Exclusive Offers
Landscapers & Pros: Register your business at the desk for 20% off plants, soil, and compost.
Pensioners: Join us every Tuesday for a 10% discount.Stay Informed (No Spam, Just Value)Want deeper and more botanical insights? Join our community. Sign up for our newsletter to receive meaningful gardening advice, create with Nature and nurture wellbeing, and first dibs on new stock. [Link in Bio to Sign Up]Visit us: 83 Kloof Nek Rd | Kirstenbosch Gardens Gate 2 (Free nursery entrance!)#HAPPYBYNATURE #capetowngardener #indigenousgardening #biodiversity #plantnative #gardeninspiration #greenthumb #capetownnursery #gardeningtipsSA

After years of learning what makes Cape Town indig

After years of learning what makes Cape Town indigenous gardens thrive, we are putting together a series of guides for our community.We share these indigenous gardening resources for FREE via our monthly newsletter. When you sign up, we’ll send you our first three guides to get you started:Creating an Indigenous Butterfly Garden: A complete guide to host and nectar plants for the Cape.
The PSHB Overview: Essential biology and management of the Shot-Hole Borer in our city.
The Indigenous Tree Spreadsheet: A detailed tool to help you choose PSHB-resilient trees for your space.No fluff or spam — just the local wisdom and monthly “what’s looking good” updates you need to help your garden flourish.Tap the link in our bio to signup to our newsletter and receive your free guides.#indigenousgardens #indigenousplants #capefynbos #indigenousnursery #capetown

What’s special and looking good in the nursery thi

What’s special and looking good in the nursery this week....We're focused on the art and ecology of creating Indigenous Butterfly Gardens!For a thriving, highly active space, remember that you need to provide for the entire insect lifecycle—not just the butterflies you see. This means planting both "host plants" (the plants for caterpillars to eat) AND "nectar plants" (the buffet for the adult butterflies). We've highlighted six indigenous powerhouse plants to bring the magic of metamorphosis to your garden:Scabiosa africanaCommonly known as the Cape scabious, this soft, sprawling perennial acts as a critical structural landing pad, drawing in dozens of butterfly species with its prominent, nectar-rich blooms.Trichilia dregeanaCommonly known as the forest mahogany, with its glossy, dark foliage and deep cooling shade, integrating this tree into large urban spaces actively supports vital lepidoptera lifecycles while creating a robust microclimate for understory plantings.Plumbago auriculataCommonly known as the Cape leadwort, this versatile scrambling shrub is a dual-purpose powerhouse, offering reliable nectar while serving as a crucial host plant for the Common Blue butterfly.Leonotis leonurusCommonly known as wild dagga, this architectural fynbos shrub bursts into dramatic tiers of bright orange, velvety flowers that act as an irresistible draw for larger butterfly species, such as the Citrus Swallowtail.Kiggelaria africanaCommonly known as the wild peach, this incredibly hardy, wind-resistant tree is a foundational species for biodiversity, acting as the primary host for the iconic Garden Acraea butterfly.Buddleja salviifoliaCommonly known as the sagewood, this rapid-growing, water-wise pioneer is widely considered the ultimate nectar buffet for an enormous variety of adult Cape butterflies.FREE Butterfly Garden PDF!We’ve created a comprehensive Butterfly Garden PDF that includes a full list of indigenous nectar and host plants. Click the link in bio to receive a free butterfly garden pdf.#HAPPYBYNATURE #indigenousplants #biodiversity #beneficialinsects #butterflies

MORE THAN A NURSERY 🌿Beyond our rows of resilien

MORE THAN A NURSERY 🌿Beyond our rows of resilient indigenous plants, you’ll find a curated collection of our own HAPPY BY NATURE botanical products alongside hand-picked pieces from local makers we love.We believe in creating with Nature to nurture wellbeing, and our shop is where that philosophy comes to life.A Gift for Every Occasion: Whether it’s a dinner party, a birthday, or a "just because" gesture, we have something for everyone:
✨ For the Home: Earthy ceramics, tableware, artisanal pots, and botanical art.
✨ For the Kids: Nature-based activities and illustrated books.
✨ For the Soul: Our own botanical soaps, teas, fragrances, chocolate and essential oils.
From cozy socks and unique cards to upcycled bags, there is so much more to discover in-store.Prefer an experience? If you’d rather create than buy, book a private workshop to connect with our indigenous plants.
(Keep an eye out for our winter schedule, coming soon!)It’s a shopping experience that’s a little slower and a lot more thoughtful - just the way we like it. Good, Green, and Beautiful.📍 Visit us this weekend: Kirstenbosch Gardens Gate 2 (Free entrance to the nursery & shop) 83 Kloof Nek Rd#HAPPYBYNATURE #morethananursery #botanicalliving #kirstenbosch #localartisans #capetowngifts #sustainablegifting #indigenousliving #goodgreenbeautiful #fynbosworkshop

Plant Stories of the Cape: Pelargonium graveolens

Plant Stories of the Cape: Pelargonium graveolensDid you know many of the Cape’s iconic flora have been used for medicine, fragrance, and ceremony for generations?This week we’re celebrating Pelargonium graveolens (Rose-scented Pelargonium). Commonally known as Rose Geranium, this indigenous beauty is famous for leaves that release a sweet rose-citrus scent when touched.Why we love it:
Aromatic Support: Its volatile compounds are associated with a calming effect and may help support emotional and hormonal balance.
Traditional Wisdom: traditionally used to help soothe inflammation and promote wound healing.
Pollinator Magnet: Its nectar-rich flowers are a vital food source for local bees and butterflies.The Full Experience:
✨ In the Bottle: We’ve just launched a range of scents! Used as a "heart note," it’s a sophisticated way to wear the essence of the Cape.
✨ In the Garden: A hardy, water-wise evergreen. It thrives in moist, semi-shaded positions.
✨ In the Pantry: Our Rose Geranium infused milk chocolate is quickly becoming a favorite gift (or a treat for yourself!).
✨ In the Teacup: Our dried loose-leaf tea makes for a calming, fragrant brew.
✨ In the Bathroom: Our Hand & Body Wash captures its natural cleansing properties.
✨ In the Burner: Our steam-distilled essential oil is perfect for creating a peaceful space.Care Summary:
Light: Semi-shade to full sun.
Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with compost.
Pro-Tip: Easy to grow from cuttings! Pinch back growing tips regularly for a bushy, lush shape.Our Happy Plants – Indigenous, organically-grown, and sourced from partners who prioritize Nature.
Services – We offer plant sourcing, delivery, planting, and irrigation installation.Workshop: Want to learn to use Rose Geranium as a "middle note"? Gather friends and book a Private Fynbos Fragrance Workshop to blend your own signature scent.📍 Visit us: 83 Kloof Nek Rd | Kirstenbosch Gardens Gate 2 (Free nursery entrance)Disclaimer: Educational purposes only; not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure. Consult a healthcare provider before use. Not for use during pregnancy or lactation.#plantstories #rosegeranium #fragrance

Our Happy Plants – Indigenous, organically-grown,

Our Happy Plants - Indigenous, organically-grown, and sourced from wholesale nurseries and small growers who prioritize Nature and implement eco-friendly practices to ensure plants are healthy and resilient.Services – Let us know what you need! We can assist with plant sourcing, ordering, and delivery, as well as planting and irrigation installation.Visit us at HAPPY BY NATURE
83 Kloof Nek Rd | Kirstenbosch Gardens Gate 2 (free entrance to the nursery)Kloof Nek hours:
9am - 5pm weekdays
9am - 4pm weekends#HAPPYBYNATURE #growindigenous #indigenousnursery #fynbos #kirstenboschbotanicalgardens

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