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INSPIRING DECOR SCHEMES HOUSES THAT EMBRACE COLOUR HOW TO DECORATE FROM SCRATCH BEFORE

A BEGINNERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GUIDE

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OCTOBER 2019 decorating 8 12

TREND SPOTTING: URBAN

GOING FOR BOLD Adding

HOME FRONT What’s

SAFARI Bold animal prints

a few striking elements

happening on the decor scene?

with a touch of city slick

will revitalise interiors

ARCHITECT’S PLAN: COMPACT

INSPIRATIONS: PLAYING

with its natural surroundings

living with lashings of white

to celebrate Garden Day

colour scheme and a few

cane and rattan fuse mid-century

areas to groomed lawns

modern touches transformed

sophistication and age-old crafts

46 Cover photograph: On the Bright Side, page 20 Photograph: Karl Rogers

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RHYTHM AND HUES A low-

MAKEOVER: IT’S A KNOCKOUT

maintenance haven ﬁlled

CREAM OF THE CROP The

How this kitchen went from

with texture and colour

classic look of this Cape home

cramped to bright and breezy

INCA TREASURE Trouble-free

THIS MONTH’S GOOD

alstroemerias oﬀer abundant

BALANCING ACT This

IDEA Update your kitchen

blooms from spring to autumn

century-old house was given

with a new splashback

a new lease on life with

CITY OASIS This garden has everything from woodland

has stood the test of time

REVELLING IN ROSES Ideas

WOVEN WONDERS Modern

this holiday home

of these romantic blooms

Inspiring alfresco table settings

choice of top-performing roses

to enhance your enjoyment

IT COOL Embrace summer ON THE BRIGHT SIDE A bold

PICK OF THE BEST An expert’s

ESCAPE TO THE GARDEN

COMFORT A house at ease

GARDEN NOTES Garden news and open gardens

vibrant colour and pattern

gardening

DREAM SCHEMES Mood

STARTING FROM SCRATCH

THE GREEN ROOM:

Jane Griﬃth’s guide to

boards of the latest looks will

COMFORT ZONE Corner

establishing a veggie garden

bring your dream room to life

sofas for outdoor areas

100 DOUBLING UP How to

A PASSION FOR ROSES

propagate herbs

STARTING OVER Expert advice

on creating practical and visually

An expansive colour-

appealing rooms from scratch

coded Cape garden

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104 SEASONAL INSPIRATION

MIND’S EYE Grant Wood’s watercolour paintings

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STYLE Illustrator and designer Sally Chapman

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122 COLLECTING WITH… SUMMER DELIGHT Charles du Toit’s passion for Carrot and orange cake makes mid-century ceramics the perfect teatime treat. Turn to page 109 for the recipe are your collectables worth?

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By bricking up a window, Sue Lederle was able to show off this tropical wallpaper to perfection. See the rest of the makeover of her Hermanus house on page 20.

Hardy, fuss free and in gorgeous colours, what’s not to like about alstroemerias? Find out how to grow them on page 88.

On Garden Day on 20 October, be inspired by this pretty setting on page 78. Down the garden tools and celebrate all the pleasure a garden brings.

Cool, calm and irresistible. Enjoy the timeless style of the Georgeus’ Cape home on page 28.

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PHOTOGRAPHS KARL ROGERS, CHRISTOPH HOFFMANN AND CONNALL OOSTERBROEK

here’s something about this time of year that makes me itch to redecorate. But in my job, I see so many different styles that it’s difficult to decide on one. One half of me wants to paint everything white and slipcover all the furniture, the other half is drawn to exotic fabrics in vibrant colours. I adore the beautifully romantic Cape Town home of Wanda and Peter Georgeu on page 28. It’s my dream of classic slipcovered furniture offset by natural textures. It’s a look that never dates, and remains stylish and relevant. Wanda says that if she had to redo it today, she’d do it exactly the same. The part of me that loves colour is drawn to the update of the Edwardian house on page 34. Although the owners originally decorated it in keeping with its traditional style, after a few years they felt that it just didn’t suit them. Inspired by the stained-glass windows, the house is now a riot of colour and pattern and they are thrilled with the results. The beach house on page 20 is another example of using colour creatively. Although owner Sue Lederle says there was nothing wrong with the original decor, it was time for a change. Her inspiration came from a portrait of artist Frida Kahlo and the transformation is so appealing, we chose her kitchen for our cover. I think the answer to my dilemma will be to slipcover the furniture in creamy white and then bring in colour and pattern with accessories. For those of you who are also redecorating, we asked stylist Jo Trappitt to put together mood boards featuring this season’s latest fabrics and wallpapers, which you’ll find on page 42. A mood board is a great way to stay focused and see whether your chosen scheme is working. Then, to bring it all together, follow interior designer Lee-Ann Vigus’ tips for creating practical, stylish rooms on page 46. Roses are at their best at this time of the year, and to find the top performers, we turned to expert Ludwig Taschner. You’ll find his personal recommendations on page 72. While roses are often perceived as high maintenance, you’ll be pleased to know that many of the new varieties have been bred to be disease resistant and water wise, making them much less labour intensive.

Pippa Robert’s idea of making cabinets narrower to gain more kitchen space is genius. See more of her clever ideas on page 60.

Home FRONT

BOTANICAL Marvel Sound Byte Memphis is the new Osborne & Little collection by designer Margo Selby. Inspired by the recording artists from Memphis and Motown, the woven fabrics include gorgeous cut velvets and wool in a vibrant palette. Available from Home Fabrics. hf.co.za

The Glasshouse collection from Sanderson is a celebration of flowers and foliage. From embroideries to finely detailed prints, look out for palms, ferns, terrariums and king proteas. See the range at Black Fabrics. blackfabrics.co.za

MAGNETIC MAGIC Magicode and USM Modular Furniture have launched a new generation of furniture. Magnets hold individual modules together, creating tool-free, easily assembled pieces. See the range at Magicode’s Jo’burg showroom in Hyde Square, Dunkeld West. magicode.co.za

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ADD TO CART Room Service’s online store is now up and running. Peruse their digital marketplace for all your home decor essentials, including bed linen, curtains, kitchen accessories and more. roomservicehomeware.co.za

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Our pick of this month’s highlights from things to do and buy, to the latest decor news and the best places to visit

A FINE LINE Lineal, the new addition to Willowlamp, is inspired by the purity of modern lines. A departure from the chandelier form, this pendant is a sleek grid of chrome chains and a matrix of LEDs. It’s also powerful enough to function as task lighting in work spaces or kitchens. willowlamp.com

Made to ORDER Custom pieces always make the difference. Vamp, purveyor of all things retro, has added more bespoke, one-ofa-kind pieces to their collection. The funky mid-century-inspired inventory can be made to your specifications. vampfurniture.blogspot.com

THE HOT SEAT

Brassy Tones Warm brass tones continue to hold their own – as a dramatic statement piece or in subtle, delicate details. A happy mix with powdery pinks and emerald greens, brass adds glamour when paired with raw timber or stone. KARE’s Gold Vein sideboard, R28 179, evokes this look in black mango wood with brass-plated inlays. kare-design.com/za/en

The Ori dining chair by Louw Roets embodies the nascent interior design trend some are calling warmer Scandi. The chair’s textural components, organic refinement and humble materials all lend a more attainable and easy-going approach to the usually cool, slick look. Varied timber and woven cord combinations are available. louwroets.co.za

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LOCAL is LEKKER Cape Town artist Michael Chandler has teamed up with MRP Home to produce a range of cork placemats, dinner and side plates, scatter cushions, tea towels and Christmas gift packaging. With a touch of gold, it highlights everything we love about a South African celebration. mrphome.com

Designer’s

FAVOURITE Christopher Farr Cloth’s new Perennials indoor/outdoor weaves are a mix of vivid colour and graphic pattern. Ideal for patios, the high-tech fabric has a NanoSeal finish that protects it from stains and spills. Available from St Leger & Viney. stleger.co.za

“Every time I walk into The Grand Living in Kramerville, I see new and exciting things,” says Claire Clarke of By Dezign Interiors. “I particularly love their overscaled light fittings and that they manufacture locally.” thegrandliving.co.za; bydezign.co.za

TRUE TO FORM Named after the English town of Henley-on-Thames, Woodbender’s Henley chair revisits a classic silhouette. Sturdy and comfortable, it’s ideal for high-traﬃc areas, and the removable seat makes reupholstery a cinch. Choose a traditional timber ﬁnish or customise with a range of on-trend colours. woodbender.co.za

Custom COOL

WHAT’S ON

Know exactly which furniture piece would suit your space, but can’t find it anywhere? Blaise Furniture and Décor specialises in creating furniture and homeware that can be tailored to your needs, all at an affordable price. blaisefurnitureanddecor.com

11 – 13 OCTOBER The Handmade Contemporary (HmC) Fair returns to Hyde Park Corner’s rooftop in Jo’burg to celebrate its 10th year. With the theme Memories and Dreams, luxury crafts from homeware and textiles to jewellery, fashion, gins and wines will be on show. handmadecontemporary.co.za

ARCHITECT’S PLAN

COMFORT The considered design of this house highlights the natural surrounds while working within strict design parameters

rientation is important when designing a house and, in this case, posed the greatest challenge for architect Cazir Naroth. “The north sun, which is great for daytime living, came from the opposite direction to the panoramic golf course view,” he explains. To take advantage of both, the house features windows strategically placed to allow the sun through to the south side, where the outdoor living area is located. “A large feature window on the staircase was a simple, but effective solution,” he notes. The golf estate in KZN where the house is situated has a clear design code. “All buildings are required to fit in with

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THE ARCHITECT: Cazir Naroth of Cazir Naroth Architects. THE CLIENTS: A family with two young children. THE BRIEF: A contemporary farmhouse that takes advantage of the views and minimises wasted space. THE HOUSE: Situated in a secure estate in KZN, it has an open-plan living and dining area, kitchen, scullery, pantry, powder room and TV lounge on the lower level. Upstairs are three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a family area and a study.

the concept of a rustic village in the countryside,” says Cazir. Pitched gable roofs are linked by flatter roof structures to create the effect of a group of buildings that sit comfortably on the property. This arrangement allows for protected courtyards.

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Compact

AT A GLANCE

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Ground floor

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living/dining TV lounge

scullery

pantry

First floor master bedroom

family bedroom 2 lounge

bedroom 3

garage

study

“The entrance borders a feature garden and we left space for the owners to build a swimming pool off the patio in the future,” Cazir explains. In keeping with the country feel of the estate, the house was constructed with Bergendal facebrick blend from Corobrik on the feature walls. “We’ve concealed the unsightly services in two exposed facebrick ducts framing the main feature window adjacent to the staircase,” says Cazir. Although the plot is large, the owners wanted a compact house, so internal divisions in the living areas were kept to a minimum and Cazir’s pared-down design for the staircase ensures that it doesn’t form a visual barrier. “A major focus when designing this house was to create efficient spaces that take advantage of the surrounding environment. The structure from foundation to roof was extremely simple and cost-effective to build, and is now easy to maintain.”

SOURCES Cazir Naroth Architects naroth.co.za Corobrik corobrik.co.za

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CREATIVE SPIRIT

MIND’S EYE

What is your artistic background? I took art for matric, but since I have had no other formal training, I have studied masters like Alvaro Castagnet and Joseph Zbugvic closely. They are world class and, together with Herman Pekel, are inspirations. They represent a level of excellence I hope to achieve one day. Any other influences? I used to watch Nils Anderson’s 16mm movies during art classes at DHS in Durban – he was amazing – and Douglas Treasure, a South African artist who excelled at painting seascapes and fishing boats in Arniston, has been an inspiration. Richard Rennie, the legend I painted with when he was still alive, had great technique and was a master landscape artist. What appeals to you about working in watercolour? The spontaneity and the way it ‘walks’ across the page with unexpected results. It is, by nature, a quick medium and I finish most of my paintings within an hour. I also love its transparency. How do you select your subjects? As I live right on the

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beach, I enjoy painting boats with reflections and seascapes, but I have painted all types of genres including portraits, landscapes and animals. If the light and composition of a subject appeals to me, I’ll paint it. How would you describe your style? Abstract traditional. I always strive to create a bit of mystery in the finished product, so the viewer’s mind can be involved in the interpretation – loose is lekker, but so difficult if you have always tried to paint the detail. Breaking ingrained habits takes a bit of courage. You run artist workshops and retreats from your home on the KZN South Coast. Tell us about them. The workshops are run from our development in Umzumbe, about 100km south of Durban. We host approximately six a year, and another four at other venues throughout the country. These art escapes have been going for about four years now and combine fun, food and creativity – eat, paint, love. SOURCE Grant Wood grantwoodwatercolours.co.za

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Grant Wood’s watercolour paintings encourage interpretation by the viewer

TREND SPOTTING 1

URBAN

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Go wild with bold animal prints tempered by a touch of city slick 4

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1. Black monkey pendant, R1 890, SHF. 2. Seattle rug in Chestnut and Honey Melon, from R649, FabHabitat 3. Eijffinger Rice 2 383552 wallpaper, R2 120/10m roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 4. Sun Storm mirror, R3 319, KARE. 5. Zebra square stool, R4 900, Cécile & Boyd. 6. Safari scatter cushion, from R850, HAUS. 7. Lombo chair in black wash, R11 900, La Grange Interiors. 8. Ficus longifolia potted plant, R475 (excl. basket), Plantify. SOURCES Cécile & Boyd cecileandboyds.com Dreamweaver Studios dreamweaverstudios.com FabHabitat fabhabitat.co.za HAUS hertexhaus.co.za KARE kare-design.com/za/en La Grange Interiors lagrangeinteriors.co.za Plantify plantify.co.za SHF shf.co.za

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COMPILED BY JO TRAPPITT PHOTOGRAPHS SUPPLIED PRODUCTS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND PRICES WERE CHECKED AT TIME OF GOING TO PRINT. SEE PAGE 4.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing like a white scheme to give a room a fresh summer feel and unify different styles of furniture

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INSPIRATIONS

Playing it

COOL

Highlight the table with a textured Roundabout pendant, R2 200 from KNUS, or refresh an old one with spray paint.

Lush green foliage brings a pale scheme to life. To make plants more prominent, display them in raised containers. Birba bullet planter R1 980 (excl. plant), Design Store. Put together an interesting centrepiece with a mix of planters and vases. Dandelion planter, R615, Bespoke Home.

Lift the scheme with scatter cushions in subtle black and white ethnic designs. Onyx embroidery scatter, R1 095, Weylandts.

Look for dark wood accessories like the Aiton tray, R449, from Coricraft as a contrast to a white table.

For a soft, relaxed effect opt for distressed finishes. Santaroni dining table, from R12 995, Block & Chisel.

Anchor the dining area with a woven rug like this hand-spun kelim, R2 800/m2, from Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs.

A combination of white and wood as in this retro white web chair, R799,99, from MRP Home, is ideal for creating warmth and interest.

EXPERT TIPS Interior consultant Anna Correia has these tips for ensuring that a white room never looks bland The first step is to choose the perfect white – it shouldn’t have grey or yellow undertones and should look crisp and inviting. When selecting a paint shade, take the effect of daylight and artificial light into consideration. It’s worth getting sample pots and trying out the different shades in the room first. As it adds depth and interest, texture is essential in an all-white room. Keep this in mind when choosing fabrics, flooring, wallpaper and accessories. Incorporate natural materials such as wood, metal, stone and glass. Timber, raffia and jute make the room feel warm and relaxed, while smooth, shiny elements look more modern.

SOURCES Anna Correia annacorreia.com Bespoke Home bespokehome.co.za Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Coricraft coricraft.co.za Design Store designstore.co.za Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs finerugs.co.za KNUS knus.co MRP Home mrphome.com Weylandts weylandts.co.za

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On the BRIGHT SIDE

TEXT NATALIE BORUVKA PHOTOGRAPHS KARL ROGERS

This laid-back holiday home was transformed into a tropical haven thanks to a bold colour scheme and a few modern touches

UPDATED HOLIDAY HOME

BEFORE

WHO LIVES HERE Sue Lederle, who spends holidays here with her children, Tammy and Dean, and their families.

THE HOUSE A three-level, six-bedroom house with two selfcontained wings on the second storey, accessed via separate staircases.

“I wanted to enhance the fireplace with a decorative feature, so I used small tiles from Moroccan Warehouse to clad the supporting slab,” explains owner Sue Lederle. The strip window, niche and built-in seating in the living space are all original features of this 1970’s house.

grew up in Hermanus and loved every minute of my childhood, so it was always a dream to have my own holiday home here,” says Sue Lederle of Lederle Holdings, a design and travel consultancy in Cape Town. The opportunity presented itself in

I BEFORE

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1998 when she came across a ’70s-style two-storey house in Voelklip, a suburb clinging to the Kleinrivier Mountains above Hermanus. “It had a rather unassuming façade, but I was intrigued. Once inside, I fell in love with the sea and mountain views,” she recalls.

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Sue says the home grew as her children’s circle of friends did. In 2009, she embarked on a major extension – two separate second-storey wings, each comprising a bedroom, bathroom, living area and kitchenette. “The idea was for the adults to have some peace

Once a neutral space featuring pale blue cabinetry, the kitchen and breakfast room were completely transformed using a vibrant green and pink colour scheme. “We liked the idea of continuing a slightly rustic, textured theme in some of the spaces, and this was introduced here with a sisal rug and a cane light fitting,” says Sue’s daughter, Tammy. A reading nook in one corner of the open-plan living space takes advantage of the sea views. The shutters are from Plantation Shutters. The wallpaper used in the kitchen is from Hertex and the wooden stools were found online.

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The proportions of the space happily accommodate the bold colours, and their impact is balanced by the backdrop of neutral hues.”

and quiet in their own private spaces. Of course, that never happened. It was always far more fun to spend our time with the kids,” Sue laughs. In addition to the new build, the existing brick floors were overlaid with concrete screed and hemp carpeting was

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installed in the living and dining areas, as well as some bedrooms. Against the existing foundation of bagged white walls and wooden ceilings, Sue established a laid-back beach house look using furniture in a neutral palette and adding touches of blue. “The style was

so easy to live with, but it did eventually date. After 10 years, it was time for a change.” Inspired by a painting of Frida Kahlo that she had bought on a whim, Sue chose vibrant colours as the base for her new scheme. Assisting her

BEFORE

The first renovation 10 years ago involved covering the existing brick floors with concrete screed. The staircase leads from the open-plan living and dining area to one of the second-storey wings. “Hemp carpeting is durable and so easy to maintain. It’s also lovely to walk on barefoot in summer,” says Sue. Three pendant lights from Amatuli were used to define the dining area in the open-plan living space. The dining table and benches are from Decorwoods. “This dresser was found at a second-hand store and makes a perfect drinks cabinet,” says Sue. THIS SPREAD, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:

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BEFORE

with the transformation was her daughter Tammy Holmes, who followed in her mother’s footsteps and became a decorator. She is based in Jo’burg and owns Ivy Décor & Design. In the living/dining room, two exposed brick walls were plastered and painted an inky blue, while the mantel wall was coated in a lush green. “The proportions of the space happily accommodate the bold colours,

and their impact is balanced by the backdrop of neutral hues in the flooring and furnishings,” Tammy explains. To establish rhythm and harmony across the home’s three levels, shades of blue and green were repeated. In the kitchen, Plascon’s Racing Green gives new life to the previously pale blue cupboards, while Malawian chairs and a server in fuchsia pink bring balance to the adjoining breakfast room. A bananaleaf pattern wallpaper in the kitchen pulls the two spaces together with tropical flair. Most of the traditional rattan and painted wood furniture gave way to

more modern pieces. In the living area, a coffee table with a grey stone top and gilt base adds a glamorous element, while a new dining table and benches were chosen for their simple lines and natural wood finish. Crystal chandeliers were replaced with rattan pendant lights, and their textural quality is echoed in some of the bedrooms with bedside lights in similar designs. “We each brought our own style to the spaces and we couldn’t be more pleased with the result. It’s an incredibly happy and uplifting home to spend holidays in,” say Sue and Tammy.

ABOVE: “We bricked up the existing window and had this wallpaper custom printed using an image that suited the tropical theme of

the room. In addition to the colours used, each bedroom has been given a unique stamp with a headboard in an unusual shape,” says Tammy. The fabric used to upholster the bed is from Hertex and the bedside tables are from Block & Chisel.

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Tangiers light fitting, R1 199, The Lighting Warehouse.

Get the look Make an impact with bright colours and natural textures Jungle design garden stool, R1 840, NetDécor.

Red Malawian chair, R1 400, Sugar Apple.

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Macaw scatter, R460, NetDécor.

Pierre Frey wallpaper in Pachira blanc, R3 989/m, Mavromac & Gatehouse.

“The minaret shape of the headboards in this guest bedroom was inspired by Moroccan and Indian interiors, which I love,” Sue explains. The simple vanity in one of the second-storey bathrooms was inspired by the bagged wall finish of the original house. Bought at a market in France, the wall sconces enhance the shabby chic look. THIS PAGE, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Anton round table, R36 995, La Grange Interiors.

SOURCES Amatuli amatuli.co.za Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Decorwoods decorwoods.co.za Hertex hertex.co.za Ivy Décor & Design ivydecor.co.za La Grange Interiors lagrangeinteriors.co.za Lederle Holdings lederleholdings.co.za Mavromac & Gatehouse mavromacandthegatehouse.co.za Moroccan Warehouse 021 461 8318 NetDécor netdecor.co.za Plantation Shutters plantation.co.za Plascon plascon.com Sugar Apple sugarapple.co.za The Lighting Warehouse lightingwarehouse.co.za

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TIMELESS CAPE HOME

Cream of the

CROP

TEXT DIANA WEMYSS STYLING JULIETTE ARRIGHI DE CASANOVA PHOTOGRAPHS KARL ROGERS

By sticking to her vision of a semi-exotic colonial house, this homeowner is reaping the rewards many years later

hen Wanda and Peter Georgeu were ready to downsize from their family home in Claremont, Cape Town, they came across a smaller house just around the corner. It was decorated in a stridently safari style with acres of travertine tiles and dark wood, but the moment Wanda saw it she recognised its potential. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had seen a wonderful feature in a magazine of a house decorated in all white with a colonial feel. With its line of tall palms, I knew this house would lend itself to a similar transformation.â&#x20AC;? Thanks to the innovative planning of professional architectural technologist Jane Baldwin, who designed the renovations, the once serious house

WHO LIVES HERE Retired banker Peter Georgeu and his wife Wanda.

THE HOUSE A double storey with living, dining and kitchen area, as well as a TV room, downstairs, all surrounded by outdoor terraces. Upstairs there are three en suite bedrooms and a study.

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The stately palm trees offset against a blue sky were one of the reasons the Georgeus bought the house. The stacking glass doors on the veranda create a conservatory feel and open onto the established garden. Wanda Georgeu on the veranda of her home.

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took on a much lighter mood. “The house was very dark, so although we didn’t need to change much structurally, we painted all the natural timber white, including the exposed trusses, tongue-and-groove ceiling, doors and door jambs to lighten the interiors,” says Jane. Most of the travertine in the bathrooms was stuccoed over so only the tiles on the floor remained, and the coloured glass in the study was removed. The glass front door was replaced with wood for a more serious entrance. Wanda then teamed up with Dominique O’Connor of Dominico House, the interior designer who had inspired her through the magazine

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pages, and the house is still stylish and relevant nine years later. “If I had to redo it all today,” says Wanda, “I would do it in exactly the same way.” Dominique is known for her timeless style and says she doesn’t follow trends. “I love creating a sense of history and provenance by combining a few antique pieces with white slipcovers the light against the dark is very satisfying and seldom dates. The colonial feel of old Indian and Sri Lankan houses, and THIS PAGE, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Ardmore scatter cushions give depth to the white sofas in the living area. The TV room is furnished with sofas and armchairs in white slipcovers, Dominique O’Connor’s signature style.

places that exude nostalgia like the Raffles Hotel in Singapore, work so well in our climate,” she says. Approached along a hedged incline,

the house has a welcoming feel with large metal gates opening to a passageway and courtyard at the front door. “The house is perfect for simple,

townhouse-style living. We haven’t made any major changes over the years,” says Wanda, “we just added the stacking glass doors on the veranda, changed a

In the hallway, a carved, painted table from Dominico House is paired with a large mirror that reflects the stairs to the upper storey. Natural tones and exposed rafters make the dining area light, bright and airy. The Silverbirch kitchen in dark stained wood is compact, with a scullery on one side and neat pantry on the other. THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:

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few cushions and asked interior decorator Janet Paviour to update accessories.” The house is set back on the property and sits ice-cream white on a rise with the half-acre garden flowing down to the pool. It offers ever-changing views of Table Mountain over the top of the shrubbery. “It’s like a mini Kirstenbosch,” says Wanda. The garden is visited every three months by the original landscaper, Lucy Schnel of Contours Design Studio, who now helps to maintain its structure and planting. This is the perfect home for retirement living with a gracious sense of style and feeling of comfort and space. The main bathroom features touches of marble around the bath and on the vanity. The swagged blinds and all the curtains in the house were made by Susi Bee Enterprises. An old writing desk acts as a bedside table in the main bedroom and is offset by an ornate mirror and fresh accessories. THIS PAGE, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

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Get the look Create a calming hallway with light neutrals, natural textures and distressed items

Duram Beige Blush 176-2 paint.

White ceramic Lineal vase, R449, LaForma Barcelona Living.

Charcoal Cecilia mirror, R3 628, Mavromac & Gatehouse.

SHOPPING MANDY BUCHHOLZ PHOTOGRAPHS SUPPLIED PRODUCTS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND PRICES WERE CHECKED AT TIME OF GOING TO PRINT. SEE PAGE 4.

Chic bracket wall lamp, R825, K. Light Import.

French console table, R9 800, Deco SA.

French doors open out to a balcony off the main bedroom. The table and chairs are from Hope Garden Furniture and the military chest is from Sherry’s Antiques. A rattan bench from Block & Chisel sits at the end of the bed in the guest bedroom. The lamps are from Dominico House. THIS PAGE, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

Porcupine basket, from R499, Bespoke Home. Gum leaf bush potted plant, R99,99, MRP Home.

SOURCES Ardmore ardmore-design.com Bespoke Home bespokehome.co.za Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Contours Design Studio capecontours.co.za Deco SA decosa.house Dominico House dominicohouse.co.za Duram duram.co.za Hope Garden Furniture hopegf.com Jane Baldwin 021 671 1041 K. Light Import klight.co.za LaForma Barcelona Living laformasa.co.za Mavromac & Gatehouse mavromacandthegatehouse.co.za MRP Home mrphome.com Sherry’s Antiques sherrysantiques.co.za Silverbirch Kitchens silverbirchkitchens.co.za Susi Bee Enterprises 021 705 5811

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By introducing vibrant colour and pattern, designer Marian Nazar brought this century-old Durban house to life

TEXT CANDICE BOTHA PHOTOGRAPHS SALLY CHANCE

HISTORIC DURBAN HOUSE

WHO LIVES HERE Durban couple Alison and Michael.

THE HOUSE A double-storey heritage house on Durban’s Berea. The kitchen, along with the living, TV and dining rooms, are on the ground floor with three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs. The office/ guest suite is in a separate building.

BEFORE

lthough Alison and Michael loved their Edwardian home with its high ceilings, bay windows and original stained glass, they felt the interiors looked rather bland and boring. “I used to spend a lot of time travelling for my job, but when I developed a health issue and was at home more often, I realised the interiors didn’t reflect my personality,” says Alison. “There was lots of brown, beige and dark wood, and the effect was dated.” Fortunately, a friend suggested she contact interior designer Marian Nazar, and they clicked immediately. Alison’s brief simply consisted of a page torn out of a magazine

THIS SPREAD, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: The living room gained a

BEFORE

new modern personality with a large-scale Sanderson Manila wallpaper from Black Fabrics, which makes an interesting contrast to the original Adam fireplace. Neutral furnishings were livened up with a teal sofa and striped ottoman. Instead of curtains, shutters from Earlswood Shutters were installed. Ardmore’s Savuti wallpaper in the stairwell was the starting point for the new colour scheme and picks up the colours in the stained-glass windows.

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The colonial character of the kitchen was retained, but the cabinets were painted white and the walls clad in Upanyana wallpaper from Hertex. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The room is still appropriate for the era, but now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so much more interesting and contemporary,â&#x20AC;? says Alison.

BEFORE

showing an Ardmore wallpaper featuring monkeys in a tropical scene. “I loved it and had to have it. I was prepared to push the boundaries and be brave,” says Alison. Realising the wallpaper’s bold colours were reflected perfectly in the stained glass in the house, Marian used it to clad the stairwell and it was the starting point for the scheme. “When using colour, balance is important – each has to be weighed up against the next and you can’t be afraid to commit,” she says. “We reinvented a lot of the existing furniture,” says Marian. A brown chest of drawers was sprayed white and updated with brass handles, and some of the artworks were reframed in a contemporary style and used to fill the large walls. “Painting a pair of bedside pedestals apple green gave them a whole new look,” says Marian. She was also convinced that the dated timber kitchen could be refreshed with a coat of white paint and exotic wallpaper,

and the owners were amazed at the transformation. “While it’s appropriate for the colonial style of the house, the kitchen is more interesting and contemporary,” says Alison. “It actually makes me want to cook.” “In a world where many old things are tossed aside, it was such a privilege to work on a historic building. As there was no need to modernise the house, I could highlight the unique architectural details and introduce lots of pattern to energise it,” says Marian. “However, it’s not a matter of throwing fabrics and wallpapers together, you have to be mindful of the scale of each pattern and make sure they complement each other.” Satisfying the tastes and needs of both Alison and Michael was also a priority and Marian came up with some smart solutions to ensure both were happy. “While Michael wanted to keep the piano for sentimental reasons, I was open to discarding or even painting it,” explains Alison. To solve the problem, Marian covered a piano chair in orange

A new chair upholstered in orange connects the piano to the living room’s new scheme. “Marian and I looked at dozens of ready-made bookcases, but nothing did the landing justice, so we had this one custom made,” says Alison. THIS PAGE, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:

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A geometric rug from Hertex offsets the Baroque Floral fabric from Whatnot on the armchair in the guest suite. The scatters in James Malone Boho Chic from Hertex and a Jim Thompson stripe from Walnut Interior Fabrics pick up the colours of the artwork by Ali Akal.

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: A vibrant mix of patterns gives the guest suite bedroom personality. The headboard

was upholstered in Linwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Carnival Flare from Hertex. A coat of green paint rejuvenated the bedside cabinets. In the second guest bedroom, the wallpaper by United Wallcoverings is picked up in the scatters in Thibaut fabric from St Leger & Viney. A rich green headboard and pink throw make a statement in another guest bedroom. Originally dark wood, the chest of drawers was painted white.

Get the look Give your living room a boost with colour, texture and glamorous accents Olaf chandelier, R1 815, Eurolux.

Exotic Sangria cushion cover, R280, KNUS.

Nomad Vanity ottoman, R5 995, Block & Chisel.

Harvey desk lamp, R999,99, Woolworths.

BEFORE

brushed cotton to bring it into the scheme, which worked for both of them. Another example was installing a bench on the veranda where Alison could relax and read, and which doubles as comfortable seating for outdoor dining – a must for Michael. “It’s all about compromise and balance,” says Marian. And the historic character of this elegant house is now perfectly balanced by the present. ABOVE: To make the most of the narrow veranda, Marian

designed a bench that can be used as a reading spot or comfortable dining seating. New chairs in a graphic black and white pattern are complemented by a custom-made table and a mirror framed in black.

Criss Cross rug, from R2 500, Hertex.

Harvey coffee table, R3 999, Coricraft.

SOURCES @home home.co.za Ardmore ardmore-design.com Black Fabrics blackfabrics.co.za Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Coricraft coricraft.co.za Earlswood Shutters earlswood.co.za Eurolux eurolux.co.za Hertex hertex.co.za KNUS knus.co.za Marian Nazar Interiors mninteriors.co.za St Leger & Viney stleger.co.za United Wallcoverings unitedwallcoverings.co.za Walnut Interior Fabrics 031 208 9520 Whatnot whatnot.co.za Woolworths woolworths.co.za

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SHOPPING CANDICE BOTHA PHOTOGRAPHS SUPPLIED PRODUCTS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND PRICES WERE CHECKED AT TIME OF GOING TO PRINT. SEE PAGE 4.

Memphis three-seater sofa, R10 999, @home.

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Not sure whether the decor you have in mind will work? Put together a mood board like these examples of the latest looks and your vision will come to life

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Dream SCHEMES

DECORATING TIPS

ne of the biggest challenges when decorating is choosing fabrics and furniture from the huge selection out there. The best way to make decisions is to start with a mood board. First collect images of rooms that appeal to you to act as inspiration. Then start collecting fabrics, wallpapers and paint samples to establish the look and feel youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re after. Snap photographs of furniture you like or download them from websites. Put these together on a mood board and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll soon see if your choices are working. Here are three of the latest looks.

O Endless Day

Bergen pendant, R599, The Lighting Warehouse.

Veggie Green

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Combine vibrant pinks with leafy greens for a look that epitomises summer living

Putting Green

15 Botanics succu lent, R190, SHF.

1. Carlucci di Chivasso wallpaper in Hiroki, R4 896/roll, Home Fabrics. 2. Thibaut Rain Water wallpaper in Pink and Coral, R2 732/roll, St Leger & Viney. 3. Thibaut Tropics fabric in Marine Coral, R2 795/m, St Leger & Viney. 4. Kalahari Plains fabric 302, R676,20/m, Mavromac. 5. Guell Lamadrid Buster fabric 330, R2 021,25/m, T&Co. 6. Eco Cottons fabric in Sweetie, R655,50/m, Mavromac. 7. Rainforest outdoor fabric in Machu Burn, R860/m, Hertex. 8. Barbarossa leather in Bolero, R3 005/m2, Mavromac. 9. Eijffinger Natural Wallcoverings 389519 wallpaper, R3 750/roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 10. Design Team Leaflet fabric in Bright Salmon, R513/m, T&Co. 11. Eijffinger Stripes 377081 wallpaper, R2 230/roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 12. Paint swatch, Duram. 13. Sunroof outdoor fabric in Fern, POR, Hertex. 14. Easy Velvets 678 fabric, R1 262,70/m, Mavromac. 15. Sorbet outdoor/indoor fabric in Checkerboard Lime, R627,90/m, Mavromac. 16. No. 9 Thompson Palm Plain indoor/outdoor fabric in Kiwi, R939,75/m, T&Co.

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Chanel chest, R10 990, SHF.

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CLOUD NINE r, Brass honeycomb mirro R4 995, Weylandts.

Create a soothing mood with soft, ethereal textures and metallic hints

1. Thibaut Ophelia wallpaper in beige and black, R2 732/roll, St Leger & Viney. 2. Alhambra Dandelion Collection fabric in Daura, POR, Hertex. 3. Buena Vista Seersucker fabric in white, R1 148/m, Zobzo baskets St Leger & Viney. 4. MVM Basics Ghent fabric in Flax, R462,30/m, Mavromac. 5. Paint swatches, , from R150, KN US. Plascon. 6. Velvero Flamero fabric in Shadow, R488/m, Home Fabrics. 7. No. 9 Thompson Ikat Vase fabric in Silver Gray, R1 655/m, T&Co. 8. Buena Vista Edge fabric in Ecru, R1 079/m, St Leger & Viney. 9. African Earth fabric in Natural, POR, T&Co. 10. Eijffinger Topaz 394520 wallpaper, R1 960/roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 11. Leoni Aucamp Ombre fabric, POR, T&Co. 12. Saturn fabric in Latte, R736/m, Hertex. 13. Barbarossa leather in 06 Bronze, POR, Mavromac. 14. Muse fabric in Clematis, R1 410/m, Home Fabrics. 15. Muse Sito fabric in Marble, R490/m, Home Fabrics. 16. Chanel fabric in Baltic, R717/m, Home Fabrics. 17. Pierre Frey Braquenie wallpaper in Shiva, R3 782/roll, Mavromac.

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Velvet foliage scat ter, R395, Weylandts.

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Country Heather

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POWER PLAY

Heron rou nd nesting tables, R7 499, Co ricraft.

Make a sophisticated, edgy statement with a bold mix of black, white and tan 1. Brugge fabric in Midnight, R806/m, Home Fabrics. 2. Terra Nova Manie fabric in Black, R665/m, St Leger & Viney. 3. Thibaut Alligator vinyl fabric in Black, R3 623/m, St Leger & Viney. 4. Eijffinger Natural Wallcoverings 389516 wallpaper, R6 740/roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 5. Jungle Linen fabric in Blush, R1 160/m, T&Co. 6. Rainforest Collection Rainforest Plain fabric in Peat, R883,20/m, Mavromac. 7. Eijffinger Siroc 376011 wallpaper, R2 230/roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 8. Dunes Lota fabric in black, R897/m, Mavromac. 9. Arte Timber wood veneer wallcovering in Formation, R5 022/roll, Home Fabrics. 10. Jim Thompson Marquise fabric in black and white, R2 297,50/m, T&Co. 11. Eijffinger Enso 386551 wallpaper, R2 210/roll, Dreamweaver Studios. 12. Paint swatches, Duram. 13. Dolce Vita Chancellor fabric in Shark, R810/m, Home Fabrics. 14. Pierre Frey Boussac Tempo fabric in Terre, R4 419/m, Mavromac. 15. Diamond Tulcea wallpaper in Carbon, R1 285/roll, Home Fabrics. SOURCES Coricraft coricraft.co.za Dreamweaver Studios dreamweaverstudios.co.za Duram duram.co.za Haldane Martin haldanemartin.co.za Hertex hertex.co.za Home Fabrics homefabrics.co.za KARE kare-design.com KNUS knus.co Mavromac & Gatehouse mavromacandthegatehouse.co.za Plascon plascon.co.za SHF shf.co.za St Leger & Viney stleger.co.za T&Co. tandco.co.za The Lighting Warehouse lightingwarehouse.co.za Weylandts weylandts.co.za

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Starting

Furnishing a room isn't a difficult exercise. However, creating a room thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s practical, visually exciting and reflects your personality takes a lot more consideration. We asked interior designer Lee-Ann Vigus to take us through the process

TEXT NATALIE BORUVKA PHOTOGRAPHS KARL ROGERS AND SUPPLIED

OVER

DECORATING A ROOM

aced with a series of bare, freshly painted spaces, the new owner of this Cape Town house enlisted the help of LeeAnn Vigus of LVstar Interiors. “His request was twofold,” she recalls. “He asked me to establish comfortable living spaces with practical layouts using some of his existing furnishings, and to create rooms that reflect his lifestyle and interests.”

THE ENTRANCE HALL INSPIRATION “The owner has a collection of framed black and white photographs of his travels and I thought these would make the ideal starting point for the hallway,” explains Lee-Ann. Her plan was for a bold, masculine look that makes a statement when you enter and complements the strong black frame of the front door.

BEFORE

LAYOUT AND FURNITURE Two existing items of furniture had to be incorporated – a wooden server from Coricraft and a riempie bench. “I placed them opposite each other to keep the passageway clear and give a

feeling of space,” Lee-Ann explains. For a convenient place for coats and hats, she designed a coatrack, which was hung on the wall above the bench. As the floor tiles are quite reflective, Lee-Ann sourced a striking chevron rug from Superbalist to cut the glare and anchor the room. ACCESSORIES For an eye-catching display on the server, Lee-Ann arranged framed photographs, books and other items the owner has collected over the years. “They give the entrance a unique, personal feel and I used pieces that have different heights to create interest and balance.” The round mirror counteracts the straight lines of the room.

LIVING ROOM INSPIRATION The living/TV room is where the owner spends most of his time, so Lee-Ann felt it should be comfortable, playful and trendy. “For this reason, I brought in more colour and pattern,” she explains. “My starting point was the leaf design of the curtains from H&M Home.”

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BEFORE

LAYOUT AND FURNITURE “As the owner is a sports fan who enjoys having friends over to watch live games, it was important to maximise seating in this narrow room, without cluttering it with too much furniture,” says Lee-Ann. She opted for an L-shaped sofa from Coricraft and a replica Eames lounger from @home, where the owner can relax and put his feet up. To prevent the sofa from overwhelming the area, she opted for one in light grey to visually minimise its proportions. To keep the room open, a narrow, floating TV cabinet was custom made by My Style Woodworks and the timber coffee table was replaced with a streamlined version with an opaque glass top. ACCESSORIES To complement the green in the curtains, Lee-Ann introduced mustard yellow

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in the cushions and the geometric rug from Superbalist, which demarcates the sitting area. “I used colour sparingly, because I wanted the strong grey and black scheme to dominate,” she explains. “I prefer to keep the large items neutral and introduce colour and pattern in curtains, scatter cushions and rugs so interiors can be easily updated when necessary.” For a focal point on the far wall, Lee-Ann created a gallery effect using a number of black and white prints from Etsy mounted above a floating shelf. “While the shelf doesn’t take up much space, it adds another layer of interest and forms a base for the composition.” Adding height is a standing lamp from MRP Home. On the opposite wall, she hung a black and white print of a car (an interest of the owner’s) as well as a quirky light fitting.

BEFORE

MAIN BEDROOM INSPIRATION “As the owner already had the striking four-poster bed, I decided to play on this and envisioned the room as masculine and luxurious,” says Lee-Ann. LAYOUT She moved the bed to the opposite side of the room and positioned it centrally so it’s the first thing you see when entering. “It’s now framed by the windows on either side, creating symmetry and balance,” she explains. A rug from Weylandts also draws the eye towards the bed and adds softness to the laminate floors.

FURNITURE “To enhance the sense of drama, I used rich shades of deep grey for the headboard, floor-to-ceiling curtains and bed linen,” says Lee-Ann, “and reflected them in the moody artwork above the headboard.” She chose dark timber bedside cabinets from @home to stand out against the bed, which she finished with a luxurious buttoned ottoman from Sofaworx.

ACCESSORIES To give the bed lift, Lee-Ann dressed it with geometric scatter cushions offset by another pair in vibrant orange. Enhancing the sense of luxury are metallic lamps from Woolworths, a fur throw and a full-length mirror with a bevelled frame propped against the wall. “This and the framed pictures on the walls make the bedroom a sumptuous retreat rather than just a place to sleep,” she says.

SOURCES @home home.co.za Coricraft coricraft.co.za Etsy etsy.com H&M Home 0860 690 707 LVstar Interiors facebook.com/lvstarinteriors MRP Home mrphome.com My Style Woodworks facebook.com/mswcpt Sofaworx sofaworx.co.za Superbalist superbalist.com Weylandts weylandts.co.za Woolworths woolworths.co.za

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DECOR IDEAS

MASTER STROKE

Going for

BOLD Tired of your ‘safe’ decor? Shake it up with a striking element or two

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This predominantly neutral dining area was lifted out of the ordinary with a contemporary artwork hung above a bright blue server. Combining complementary colours (on opposite sides of the colour wheel) always creates an impact.

GREEN QUEEN

Bold doesn’t necessarily have to be bright. Interior decorator Philippa Courtenay of Re-Inspire chose a textured wallpaper in a combination of moody greens that makes an impression in this guest bathroom.

OFF THE WALL

In a bedroom, the bed should be the focus of attention and an effective way to achieve this is with a dramatic headboard. Cheryl Herweg of Changing Spaces designed this eyecatching headboard to complement the patterned wallpaper.

ROSY GLOW

To break the all-white scheme in her daughter’s bedroom and give the bed impact, interior designer Karen Smit introduced a splash of colour with scatter cushions in fabrics from Black Fabrics and a bright quilt. “If you stick to white bed linen, you can easily update the look according to the trends and your taste,” says Karen.

CHARACTER BUILDING

It can be tempting to keep compact spaces as minimal as possible, but

Debbie Steinhobel of Olàlà Interiors opted to spice up this kitchen with chevron-pattern wallpaper from Black

Fabrics. “Because it adds depth, you can get away with using statement wallpaper in a small space,” she says.

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BRIGHT SPARK

Sometimes all it takes to bring a classic room to life is a single item such as an ottoman or armchair in a vibrant pattern, like the one in this room decorated by Amanda-Jane Walters.

STAR LIGHT

Blue and white schemes are a natural choice for seaside houses. This

one, decorated by Jonathan Avnon of Joseph Avnon Interiors, was given a sophisticated edge with the addition of a dramatic black seashell chandelier.

GOING WITH THE GRAIN

Adding the wow factor to this elegant dining room is a live-edge table. The natural shape and grain make

8 a striking contrast to the polished sophistication of the rest of the furnishings. Decor by Nthabi Taukobong of Ditau Interiors.

SOURCES Amanda-Jane Walters amandawalters.co.za Black Fabrics blackfabrics.co.za Changing Spaces changingspaces.co.za Ditau Interiors ditau.com Joseph Avnon Interiors josephavnon.com Karen Smit 082 374 7120 Olàlà Interiors olalainteriors.com Re-Inspire philippa@reinspire.co.za

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TABLE SETTINGS

Escape

TO THE GARDEN

Moderna 16-piece cutlery set, R999, @home. Set of three spice bowls, R350, The Storer. Cesta small platter, R179, @home. Madera wooden coaster set of four, R149, @home. Ripple smoke tumbler, R65, @home. Stacking tumbler, R65,95, Woolworths. New York stoneware side plate, R29,99, MRP Home. Belize porcelain dinner plate, R59,99, MRP Home. Shifu paperweave placemat, R13,99, MRP Home. Embroidered napkins, R199, The Storer.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to down the spade and secateurs, and set the scene for a stylish alfresco feast in celebration of Garden Day

Ochre napkin, R39, @home. Hudson dinner plate, R55, Woolworths. Mandori side plate, R85, Woolworths. Mermer cutlery in white, R19 each, @home. Agate coasters, R99 each, @home. Deep blue tumbler, R650, The Storer. Fluted glass goblet, R45, Woolworths. White salt and pepper mill set, R872, Le Creuset. Other smalls, stylistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own.

GARDEN DAY takes place on Sunday 20 October. For more information, visit gardenday.co.za

Woven placemat, R139, @home. Small tamegroute bowl, R220, The Storer. Cotton napkin, R15,99, MRP Home. Cadence stoneware dinner plate, R19,99, MRP Home. Yves 16-piece gold cutlery set, R699, @home. Madera wooden coaster set of four, R149, @home. Leopard tumbler, R49,99, MRP Home. Barley bowl, R39, @home. Neela bowl, R49, @home. Other smalls, stylistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own. SOURCES @home home.co.za Le Creuset lecreuset.co.za MRP Home mrphome.com The Storer thestorer.co Woolworths woolworths.co.za

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Woven

WONDERS Forget the patio furniture of the ’50s, this season’s cane and rattan furnishings fuse mid-century sophistication with age-old crafts

1. Hochi pendant, R1 960, Esque. 2. Binga basket, R245, KNUS. 3. Christy screen, R3 495, Block & Chisel. 4. Rattan mirror, R1 300, MRP Home. 5. Raffia scatter cushion, R517,50, 8° South. 6. Manila bar stool, R2 995, Weylandts. 7. Barsha medium basket, R599, Coricraft. 8. Daisy patio coffee table, R4 999, Coricraft. 9. Retro sofa, R5 180,75, 8° South. SOURCES 8° South eightdegreessouth.com Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Coricraft coricraft.co.za Esque esque.co.za KNUS knus.co MRP Home mrphome.com SHF shf.co.za Weylandts weylandts.co.za

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This cramped kitchen was transformed into a bright and breezy open-plan area ideal for casual dining and entertaining

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“OUR KITCHEN WAS very dark and

HOW IT WENT FROM DRAB TO FAB

old-fashioned,” recall Pippa and Louis Robert, winners of our 2018 online competition #DontMoveImprove. “Everything was cream with brown trim, and it was separated from the living and dining areas so there was no flow.”

The first step was to remove the wall between the kitchen and the living and dining areas. The now open-plan space allows Pippa to be part of the action while cooking and has made the kitchen lighter and brighter.

TEXT LAUREN DELARGY STYLING JO TRAPPITT PHOTOGRAPHS ANDREA CALDWELL

IT’S Aknockout

KITCHEN MAKEOVER

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BEFORE

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DURING

The original cabinets were removed and the Roberts approached Treffen Smith of Creative Wood Design Studio to install new cabinetry. “We worked together on the layout,” says Pippa. “I wanted the cabinets just deep enough to accommodate the widest plate.” The narrower cabinets freed up room in the centre of the kitchen for an island with a prep bowl on one side and space for stools on the other – perfect for relaxed kitchen dining.

“NOW THE KITCHEN lends itself to

The couple gained more storage space by including an island. A place for wine bottles makes casual entertaining easier. The pendant lights are from The Light Shed and the stools from Amatuli. White shutters were chosen for their neat profile and their sleek look in combination with the countertops. The cabinets were custom made to take the depth of the largest plate, freeing up space in the centre of the room for an island. The white subway tiles from Italtile were laid in a herringbone pattern to add subtle texture and interest.

casual entertaining and the family tends to gather around the island to prepare weeknight suppers. The classic look is also a natural extension of the style of our living room,” says Pippa.

SOURCES Amatuli amatuli.co.za Creative Wood Design Studio 082 568 1298 Italtile italtile.co.za The Light Shed lightshed.co.za

For a look that won’t date, they chose white cabinetry fitted with brushed stainless-steel handles that complement the pendant lights. White subway tiles were laid in a herringbone pattern on the wall behind the stove to form a splashback and add texture. The laminate floors were carried through from the dining and living areas to create a seamless flow.

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This month’s GOOD IDEA… GIVE A PLAIN KITCHEN PERSONALITY WITH A PATTERNED SPLASHBACK If your kitchen lacks character, create a focal point with a striking splashback. This works extremely well above the hob, especially if it’s situated in the centre of the

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kitchen. You could use patterned tiles, which are all the rage at the moment, or have your own design painted onto the back of a glass splashback. This also eliminates grout lines, giving a smooth, unbroken surface.

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Comfort

ZONE

Corner sofas are becoming increasingly popular in outdoor living spaces, providing plenty of seating and loads of contemporary style

THE GREEN ROOM

Novello L-shaped lounge suite, POR, Mobelli Furniture + Living.

EXPERT TIPS Relaxed corner sofa, R31 048, LaForma Barcelona Living.

Portals sofa set, R24 990 (incl. coffee table), MØN Exteriors.

Holiday sofa set (incl. coffee table), R25 899, KARE.

Tamarin lounge set, R34 320 (incl. coffee table), Patio Warehouse.

Alon Sachs, co-founder of Mobelli Furniture + Living reveals the latest trends in outdoor modular sofas Many of the newest designs are fully upholstered and made from sun- and water-resistant materials so they can be left outdoors all year round. Darker shades such as anthracite and charcoal are coming to the fore as they’re practical and work well with any style and furniture design. Furniture with sleek defined edges, visible frames and comfortable seating is trending globally. This simplistic take commands attention, and our Novello sofa is the perfect example.

Azzuro L-shaped sofa, R39 999, Mobelli Furniture + Living.

SOURCES KARE kare-design.com/za/en LaForma Barcelona Living laformasa.co.za Mobelli Furniture + Living mobelli.co.za MØN Exteriors monexteriors.com Patio Warehouse patiowarehouse.co.za

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CAPE FARM GARDEN

A passion

FOR ROSES

TEXT AND PHOTOGRAPHS LIZETTE JONKER

This extensive Cape garden is made up of different ‘rooms’ each with its own colour scheme

WHO LIVES HERE A retired couple who raise chickens and keep bees.

THE GARDEN he fact that they have no less than five rose gardens is a clear indication that the owners of this old Cape manor house, the wife in particular, are rose lovers. At the entrance, you’re greeted by an oval-shaped garden with five different yellow roses planted in blocks. A series of terraces filled with pastel roses hugs the back of the house and a section devoted to red roses is embellished with arches. At the top of the slope, a hidden rose garden features a statue named Woman with Roses. Even on the boundary, a series of arches covered with pink roses connect the shade garden to an area consisting of indigenous plants. When the owners moved here in 2003, their first step was to terrace the sloping site. “We thought it would only involve a few wheelbarrows of soil, but we ended up moving mountains,” says the wife. Initially assisted by a friend, she

A terraced formal garden on a sloping smallholding in the Jonkershoek Valley surrounded by vineyards.

laid out the garden bit by bit, using what she could find and propagating many of the plants herself. “I decided to keep to a formal layout as I felt it suited the house,” she says. The large swimming pool was filled in and later a small reflecting pool was built on the lower level in front of the house. Fragrant ‘Towering Rose Magic’ covers the archways with ‘Not Simply Pink’ in between. ‘Magaliesburg Rose’ flanks this pathway with ‘Gühlilah’ on the arch over the bench. A statue by Fana Malherbe, Woman with Roses, is surrounded by ‘Granny’s Delight’ and ‘My Granny’ roses. THIS SPREAD, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:

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No matter the season, there’s always a special colour or fragrance to be enjoyed.”

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: The oval-shaped yellow garden at the entrance is divided into four blocks each planted with a

different variety – ‘Moon Adventure’, ‘Randfontein Gold’, ‘Golden Monica’ and ‘The Yellow’ – with ‘South Africa’ on the edge. A row of ‘Johannesburg Garden Club’ blooms profusely behind a hedge of rosemary. The pastel shades of ‘Garden and Home’ are a feature of the terraced rose garden.

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“We were fortunate that several existing trees created enough shade for the well-established azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias planted by the previous owners.” To supplement these, she added groups of clivias and hydrangeas, which make a breathtaking spectacle when in flower. In between, she introduced indigenous maidenhair ferns to soften the effect. “The area is very rocky and wherever we wanted to plant we had to dig out stones, but we used these to construct pathways and walls,” she explains. “Inspired by the glorious mixed borders I’d seen in the UK, I dreamt of planting my own but, in the end, I opted for mass groupings in single colours,” she says. “This really has impact, especially if you use strong shades like red and yellow and this is just what this large garden needed.” When asked about her success with roses, she replies, “When planting, leave space between plants so you can move through them without getting snagged by the thorns.” To help them cope in the hot dry climate, she mulches with compost or fallen leaves. “I also underplant with flowering annuals to form a living mulch.” The roses and the rest of the garden are fed with organic fertiliser.

A mass planting of pink and blue hydrangeas provides colour in the shade in late spring and early summer. Overlooking the reflecting pond, a statue by Fana Malherbe called Butterfly, was inspired by a gymnast. THIS PAGE, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

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Although the garden is at its best in early summer, she loves it all year round. “No matter the season, there’s always a special colour or fragrance to be enjoyed.” THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Clivias interplanted with

maidenhair ferns thrive in this shady area. A man-made stream flows through the indigenous garden. ‘My Granny’ tumbles over a low stone wall.

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A rose never pretends.

Its beauty is that it is what it is.

GROWING ROSES ’Deloitte & Touche’

BEST

Choosing a rose from the thousands on offer can be confusing, so we asked rose expert Ludwig Taschner for his selection ’My Granny’

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BEST AS GROUNDCOVERS ‘MY GRANNY’ The charm of this rose, ‘Granny Dearest’ and ‘Granny’s Delight’ lies in the profusion of old-fashioned, rosettetype blooms. New shoots develop from the centre of the bush, building up into a 2m-wide and 1m-high mound. The centre is always shaded, so there’s no danger of stem kanker. ‘My Granny’ is a soft pink, ‘Granny’s Delight’ cerise pink and ‘Granny Dearest’ a creamy white with an apricot centre. Make the most of it: Because of their cascading nature, the ‘Grannies’ look good in containers, raised beds, and as borders in front of taller roses. ‘DELOITTE & TOUCHE’ Like the ‘Grannies’ this rose is very

rewarding. It’s tough and grows into a dense shrublet with clusters of multicoloured blooms from bright orange, to soft peach and deep apricot; an Eco-Chic rose, it is resistant to black spot. Make the most of it: Showy in a container, it can also be grown as a low hedge, on slopes and as a standard. ‘FIERY SUNSATION’ Its prostrate stems fan out up to a metre. The sizzling red semi-double blooms drop off cleanly after flowering and the colour stays intense, even in the heat. Make the most of it: Spectacular on a slope, the long stems can also be trained up a trellis. It looks good in containers and large hanging baskets.

BEST SHRUB ROSES ‘MUSHE KIRSH’ A relatively new rose and part of the new Stamina group, it builds up into a solid shrub. Borne on short stems, the old-fashioned blooms are long lasting and have a light, sweet fragrance. The plant is robust, seemingly impervious to fungal disease and constantly produces flowers. Fully grown, it reaches 1,5–2m high and wide.

TEXT ALICE SPENSER-HIGGS PHOTOGRAPHS LUDWIG’S ROSES AND MALANSEUNS

Pick of the

‘Fiery Sunsation’

‘Clocolan’

‘Five Roses’

‘Mushe Kirsh’

Make the most of it: Plant it as a specimen, in groups, mixed with other tall varieties, as a screen and in large containers. ‘CLOCOLAN’ Full, old-fashioned apricot pickable blooms are carried on upright stems. It has a bushy, floribunda-type growth and disease-resistant leaves, and reaches up to shoulder height without special care. Make the most of it: A magnificent freestanding specimen rose, it looks good with other apricot, pink and golden roses such as ‘L’Aimant, ‘Perfumery’, ‘Happy Home’ and ‘South Africa’. ‘SYMPA DE BELLEVUE’ A superb shrub rose with huge clusters of large unfading blooms, it produces arching canes that just keep on growing and flowering. The disease-resistant glossy foliage is a bonus. Make the most of it: Display it as a free-standing specimen, plant in a row as a flowering hedge or train the long canes around a pillar.

‘Sympa de Bellevue’

‘Rina Hugo’

‘The Yellow’

BEST CUT ROSES ‘THE YELLOW’ This is a proper yellow, not gold, pale lemon or tawny. It also opens into a perfect shape, which holds in the heat. It’s vigorous, with fresh green leaves and medium-length stems, about 50cm long, making it a good picking rose. Make the most of it: This Eco-Chic disease-resistant hybrid tea grows to shoulder height.

‘FIVE ROSES’ This brilliant red rose produces longstemmed, perfectly shaped, large single blooms that last in the vase. Lightly fragranced, its colour remains clear and bright, while other reds tend to fade. Make the most of it: This hybrid tea also grows well in pots and reaches shoulder height. In beds, plant it towards the back. ‘RINA HUGO’ This favourite cut flower is a strong grower. Elegant buds open into an abundance of large, graceful magentapink, full-petalled blooms. Make the most of it: Plant a group of five together for a show. Growing shoulder high, it can be bordered by lower growing floribunda or Colourscape roses.

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‘Simply Charming’

‘Pink Ayoba’

BEST WATER-WISE ROSES

‘Iceberg’

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Roses we regard as water wise are those that grow and flower with limited water, but with regular watering, their performance is so much better. ‘PINK AYOBA’ The pink answer to ‘Iceberg’, ‘Pink Ayoba’ is exceptional (there are also yellow, red and ‘Dancing’ versions). A shrub-like floribunda, it has lots of leaves and deep roots. The clear pink semi-double blooms appear in clusters. Make the most of it: Plant it as a hedge or screen and in large containers.

‘SIMPLY CHARMING’ A graceful shrub rose, it’s always covered with single pink blooms loved by bees. It might not look tough, but it’s a survivor. Keep grooming to a minimum to maintain its leaf cover and prune lightly in winter. Make the most of it: Use it as a standalone feature, train against a trellis, or plant as a flowering hedge. It also does well in a large container. ‘ICEBERG’ The white variety, ‘Brilliant Pink Iceberg’ and ‘Burgundy Iceberg’ can grow almost anywhere. They’re able to sprout from old wood and build themselves up into large, leafy, wellbranched plants with a robust root system. They flower prolifically. Make the most of it: Use standards as a feature in beds, along driveways and on pavements. Bushes can be massed in a large landscape and as a hedge or screen.

NEW VARIETIES TO LOOK OUT FOR ‘JUST JOEY GRANDIROSA’ This powerful upright-growing shrub rose produces bunches of shapely blooms on canes up to 3m high. Their colour is comparable to ‘Just Joey’, a blend of buff, copper, apricot and cream. ‘NAUTICA’ This tall upright-growing, long-stemmed hybrid tea with classical sharp-pointed

‘Just Joey GrandiRosa’

‘Thuli Madonsela’

‘Pompadour’

‘Nautica’

blooms provides an endless supply of long-lasting flowers for the vase. ‘THULI MADONSELA’ This hybrid tea carries its pink blooms in clusters like a floribunda. The bush grows vigorously to chest height with glossy, bright green leaves. ‘POMPADOUR’ Growing to shoulder height, this

nostalgic shrub rose has strong arching canes holding bunches of very full, fragrant blooms. ‘HANNON’ (GLAM GURU) Tall and spreading, this hybrid tea from Malanseuns has lightly fragrant, deep pink blooms and glossy leaves. A good cut rose, it produces perfectly shaped blooms throughout the season.

‘Hannon’ (Glam Guru)

SOURCES Ludwig’s Roses ludwigsroses.co.za Malanseuns malanseuns.co.za

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ROSE GARDEN IDEAS

Beautiful ideas, elements and features for enhancing the enjoyment of these romantic blooms 2

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TEXT MARY JANE HARRIS PHOTOGRAPHS CHRISTOPH HOFFMANN, CONNALL OOSTERBROEK AND MARIANNE ALEXANDER

Revelling IN ROSES

MASS ACTION

While contemporary isn’t a word that’s usually associated with roses, the owners of this Franschhoek garden used massed ‘Iceberg’ roses to emphasise the design of this formal garden and give it a modern slant.

ONE GOOD URN

While classic accessories are often chosen for rose gardens, note how this modern water feature creates a striking contrast, the bold, smooth shape standing out beautifully against the froth of flowers.

LIQUID ASSET

In a formal rose garden, a focal point is necessary to pull the design together. This curved octagonal pool does just that and the arching fountains give it a three-dimensional effect.

POINT OF VIEW

An armillary sphere makes a striking feature in a rose garden. In this one it’s been perfectly framed by an archway covered in 'Albertine' intertwined with 'Blossom Magic'.

STEP THIS WAY

Encourage visitors to explore and experience the beauty of a rose garden by drawing them in with a series of steps leading to a curving path, as Shan Bourdillon did in her Jo’burg garden.

ROCK ‘N ROSE

Don’t think that you can’t have a rose garden on a steep slope. Landscaper Shirley Wallington gave the owners of this Jo’burg property the rose garden they wanted by establishing stone-clad terraces linked by pathways. Designed to be viewed from above, it’s a tapestry of shapes and colours in summer.

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SCREEN STAR

A climbing rose trained against a wooden fence makes a beautiful backdrop to this vegetable garden and water feature in Wynberg, Cape Town.

UPWARDLY MOBILE

One way to add extra space for roses and double their effect is by training climbing varieties up and around pillars. In their rose garden at Beechwood, the Greigs chose ‘Pierre de Ronsard’ to cover the columns of the colonnade.

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PLEASURE DOME

As one of the joys of roses is their scent, it’s important to include somewhere to sit and enjoy the fragrance. To provide a private retreat, Claire Clarke of Jo’burg incorporated a metal gazebo with a table and chairs in amongst the roses.

SOURCE Shirley Wallington 083 750 3998 or wallington.co.za

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JO’BURG GARDEN

OASIS

WHO LIVES HERE A lawyer, her three children, and their many pets.

THE GARDEN A spacious garden near Jo’burg’s business hub with mature trees on the boundary, a lawn for the children and pets, and oversized beds filled with roses in gorgeous colours.

TEXT AND PHOTOGRAPHS LIZETTE JONKER

A CITY

This suburban garden has everything – woodland areas, groomed lawns and an abundance of colourful scented roses

rom the perfection of this garden you wouldn’t think that just a few years ago it had some serious problems. The established trees had created far too much shade for anything to grow properly. The boundary wall had collapsed due to pressure from the higher level of the neighbouring property, and the rest of the garden had become rather overgrown and neglected. Wanting a cool, tranquil oasis where she and her young family could play and relax, the owner asked landscaper Karen Gardelli to work her magic. The first step was to rebuild the wall with the expertise of an engineer. Then Karen turned her attention to the problem of shade. With the help of arborists Urban Forest, the crowns of the trees were lifted to let in light.

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The owner loves to sit in this corner of the patio among the roses, which are interplanted with ornamental grass Acorus gramineus ‘Ogon’. Cream ‘Lichfield Angel’ and deep-yellow ‘Lady Emma Hamilton’, both David Austen roses, feature in this bed. ‘Hilly & Cecilio’. Separating the lawn and patio is a border of roses and agapanthus hybrids neatly edged with acorus grass.

She then discovered that the huge roots made it impossible to establish the shade garden she envisioned beneath them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The solution was to create embankments or berms of soil for the plants to grow. This took tons of soil, but it was necessary before we could start planting,â&#x20AC;? says Karen. She filled this section with shade lovers such as tree ferns, arums, azaleas, hydrangeas, plectranthus, ornamental grasses and Mackaya bella. The result is cool and tranquil with subtle seasonal colour and interest throughout the year. As the owner loves roses, they decided that the beds bordering the sunny lawn would be devoted to different varieties in a range of colours. In the end 550 A glorious old swamp cypress is the focal point of the tranquil woodland area. Tree ferns, hydrangeas, plectranthus and other shade-loving plants were planted in berms underneath with arums in spots with dappled shade. This sunny bed against the boundary wall was planted with roses in shades of cream, soft yellow, lilac and soft pink highlighted with pops of cerise. Thick mulch keeps the roots cool and preserves moisture. THIS PAGE, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:

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bushes were planted, and in just 18 months, they were bearing beautiful large blooms. Enough space was left between them to facilitate regular deadheading, which keeps them tidy and encourages flowering. The beds are heavily mulched to keep the roots cool and retain moisture. “We chose roses that the owner can enjoy in her home and she picks flowers every week,” says Karen. A favourite is ‘Roberto Capucci’, known for its oversized soft-pink blooms and gorgeous scent. THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:

‘Roberto Capucci’. The jasminecovered gazebo is a leafy hideaway. The lawn was levelled for playing games and bordered with roses that stand out against the grey of the wall. Masses of ‘Blue Fairy’ roses.

SOURCES Karen Gardelli 082 745 2891 Urban Forest urbanforest.co.za

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Rhythm

and hues

Garden and Home’s sponsored garden ‘Water Wise Tapestry’ at this year’s Garden World Spring Festival is a low-maintenance haven filled with texture and colour

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TEXT DIANE PEACOCK PHOTOGRAPHS MAGRIET JANSEN VAN RENSBURG AND DIANE PEACOCK

WATER-WISE GARDEN

he garden, winner of a Platinum Award, was originally designed for last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show and reinvented and updated by plant grower John Sauer (pictured) of Ngena Succulents. To retain its welcoming character, he kept many of the existing succulents and introduced new water-wise, low-

T LAST YEAR

maintenance plants such as lavender. Dominating the rejuvenated garden is an eye-catching contemporary pavilion constructed by Lighouse, which shades the patio. An inviting outdoor living area, this raised central section bordered by a trough water feature is offset by the warm tones of bright furnishings, also from Lighouse, copper water spouts and the fiery tips of Euphorbia tirucalli. THIS SPREAD, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:

The pavilion made by Lighouse was treated with Woodocâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Waterborne Marine sealer. Beds on either side of the central patio were planted in hydrozones to conserve water.

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From the patio, the view on either side is of intriguing, loosely planted beds filled with plants in varying shapes, heights and textures. “Being in the green industry, I appreciate the need for lowmaintenance gardening,” explains John. “And I wanted to make people aware of what’s achievable with water-wise plants and how much they can be enjoyed.” Designed according to hydrozoning principles (grouping plants with similar water needs), the beds are a combination of succulents and other varieties with corresponding water requirements. “Nothing in this garden needs a lot of water or upkeep,” he says. Beautifully shaped succulents such as Crassula multicava and C. muscosa, Kalanchoe sexangularis and spekboom grow alongside lavender, buddleia and viburnum. “If you choose the right plants, the result will be practical, well-balanced and pleasing with the succulents flowering in winter and the viburnum and buddleia in spring. Both of these are irresistible to bees.” Columnar viburnum and bold green accent plants Agave attenuata and Yucca rostrata ‘Sapphire Skies’ add height and

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are balanced by drifts of silvery blue Senecio ficoides. The soft, delicate pink and lilac flowers of Crassula multicava, buddleia and lavender blend in with the spiky foliage of purple cordyline. And to keep evaporation, watering and weeding to a minimum, bark chip mulch was laid throughout the garden. This also ties the design together, providing an earthy backdrop, where the planting is paused only by the gentle curve of a pathway.

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The spiky shapes of Agave attenuata and Yucca rostrata ‘Sapphire Skies’ add impact and structure to the design. Lavender is suitable for low-maintenance, ecofriendly gardens as it’s hardy, fragrant and attracts pollinators. Groundcovering succulent Kalanchoe sexangularis is ideal for mass planting. Its decorative serrated foliage turns deep maroon in winter. LEFT:

Join and Multiflora for inspiration on gardening the eco-friendly way 26 OCTOBER Landscape designer, television personality and presenter David Viljoen will share creative ways on how to nurture Mother Nature SESSION 1: HOW TO GARDEN IN HARMONY WITH MOTHER NATURE Be inspired and learn simple solutions that will assist in ensuring a brighter future for the natural environment. TIME: 09h00 – 10h00. COST: This session is free, but seats and goodie bags are limited so please book your seat.

A bark chip mulch pathway wends its way through drifts of Senecio ficoides edged with dainty Crassula muscosa. The water feature, embellished with copper spouts, runs the entire length of the patio. THIS PAGE, FROM TOP TO BOTTOM:

SOURCES Garden World gardenworld.co.za John Sauer 079 317 5396 or mjf.sauer@gmail.com Lighouse lighouse.co.za Ngena Succulents ngena.africa Woodoc woodoc.com

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GROWING ALSTROEMERIA

INCA

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Trouble-free Inca lilies offer an abundance of colourful blooms from late spring to mid-autumn

Colorita ‘Mix’

embers of the Amaryllidaceae family, alstroemerias or Inca lilies are tuberous-rooted perennials originating from South America. They do very well in most parts of South Africa, particularly in areas with good summer rains and cool temperatures. Long lived, they make a fabulous addition to borders, adding colour throughout summer. They are available in a wide range of colours, including red, orange, pink, rose, salmon, purple, yellow and white, with many sporting contrasting whiskers and rouged cheeks. They also make excellent cut flowers lasting up to three weeks in the vase and, as a result, breeders have been releasing new varieties on a regular basis.

POSITION

Alstroemerias are magnets for nectar lovers.

While Inca lilies love a sunny position, in hotter regions they’ll appreciate a bit of midday or afternoon shade. As they prefer well-draining soil, dig in plenty of compost when preparing the bed. High soil temperatures can inhibit flower production so add a thick layer of mulch around those newly planted. Taller varieties can form large clumps so give them enough space to spread out.

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Colorita ‘Elaine’

CARE

Colorita ‘Fabiana’ ‘Indian Summer’

Their best attribute is that they are relatively fuss-free and, once settled, require minimal attention. While they’re not particularly thirsty, don’t allow them to dry out during the growing season or flowering will be affected. In summer-rainfall regions, irrigate periodically through winter. Plants will benefit from an application of 2:3:2 fertiliser in spring, and when the flowers begin to form, feed with 3:1:5. Stake taller varieties to keep them neat.

MAINTENANCE Rather than cutting off the stems with secateurs, give them a sharp twist and tug where they emerge from the ground. This encourages more stems to develop. Do the same when you notice weak stems and spent blooms. In late autumn, particularly in colder areas, plants start to look untidy and can die down completely. Pull out dead and dying stems and cover with a thick blanket of mulch. Don’t disturb the ground around new plants, but after two to three years, they can be lifted and divided in autumn. When dividing, make sure that each clump has about five or six buds. They’re

ALSTROEMERIA AT A GLANCE Position: Full sun or morning sun. Plant: Year round. Water: Regularly in summer and periodically in winter. Size: 20–90cm. Frost tolerance: Hardy to -5°C. Caution: Keep an eye out for snails and slugs.

relatively frost tolerant (down to -5°C), although the newer hybrids will take lower temperatures. They’re seldom troubled by pests and fungal diseases, but watch out for snails. Red spider mite can become a problem in the heat of summer. Wash them off with a strong jet of water. In very humid regions, plants are susceptible to fungal diseases.

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DWARF VARIETIES In the last few years, a number of dwarf varieties have been released, which are suitable for areas with limited space. While plants may be petite, they erupt with an abundance of colourful blooms. These hybrids form dense compact clumps and make ideal filler plants in the front of beds and along paths. They also do well in pots, but make sure you choose a container that allows room for growth as they don’t like their roots to be restricted. Container plants need regular watering and a monthly feed with liquid fertiliser. Look out for the Inticancha series from Ball Straathof. They have a height and spread of 30cm, a compact mounding habit and strong heat tolerance. With abundant, almost orchid-like blooms, these plants are perfect for both patio containers and gardens. Another excellent choice is the Colorita range. Bred in the Netherlands and grown in South Africa by Tuberflora, they have sterile flowers, which encourage non-stop blooming. There’s even a

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‘Summer Breeze’

‘Times Valley’

variegated hybrid, Colorita ‘Fabiana’ that ensures you have interest even when the plant is not in flower.

WHAT’S NEW Ball Straathof has released a number of new varieties. ‘Summer Snow’, hardy to -5°C, grows 60cm high and produces a wealth of flowers continuously from September to March. For those who prefer dwarf varieties, look out for Inticancha ‘Sunqueen’ with its gorgeous deeppink blooms.

SOURCES Ball Straathof ballstraathof.co.za Tuberflora tuberflora.co.za

GARDEN NEWS

Garden

NOTES

Make a point of visiting the open gardens that raise funds for charity at this time of the year

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MUST-DOS THIS MONTH Contributing gardening editor Marianne Alexander’s handy checklist of essential chores to do in October

Visit the open gardens in your area both for inspiration and enjoyment. Take a notebook and record plants, especially roses, which are in full flower this time of year, and look for new clematis. Control snails and slugs using non-poisonous, environmentally sensitive methods, particularly around seedlings and newly planted vegetables and clivia. Hand-pick on damp evenings, place beer traps or attract them with slices of cucumber in tinfoil trays. Check roses frequently for signs of caterpillars on buds, rust under the leaves, and as the rains arrive, spray for black spot and mildew. Pull off water shoots from the base of plants and the stems of standards. Trim hedges, tapering the sides slightly inwards near the top to ensure that all the foliage gets enough sun. Water deeply once a week rather than frequent sprinklings. Use a low hedge in place of thirsty annuals to define the edges of beds. Tidy frost-damaged plants, cut out dead wood and trim into shape. Continue to mow and feed lawns. Replace struggling grass in shady areas with Shade-Over or All Seasons Evergreen; don’t mow it too short. Replace lawns that need plenty of water with MayFord’s water-wise Southern Star (Cynodon dactylon). Prune spring-flowering shrubs like deutzia, philadelphus and forsythia when they’ve finished flowering. Fertilise camellias and azaleas with a high-nitrogen, organic fertiliser once their flowers have faded. Lift spring-flowering bulbs when the foliage has died back or mark the position of the bulbs. Store them in paper or mesh bags in a cool, dark, dry place. Forsythia Plant dahlias (dwarf varieties make a good border and flower for months), gladioli, white Ornithogalum candicans (galtonia or summer hyacinth), albuca and Arthropodium cirratum (renga-renga lily). Pinch out the tips of pelargoniums, fuchsias, daisy bushes, salvias, heliotropes and chrysanthemums to encourage plants to bush out. Propagate new plants from these tips. Stake liliums and other tall annuals such as delphiniums, hollyhocks and foxgloves. Split large clumps of perennials such as achillea, coreopsis, penstemon and gaura that weren’t divided in autumn. Increase your plants by replanting the newer young growth. Mulch and feed established perennials, bulbous plants like Inca and day lilies and groundcovers.

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The VEGGIE GARDEN Tuck handfuls of straw mulch around strawberry plants. Plant unusual salad greens like corn salad or lamb’s lettuce, narrow-leafed Erba stella (buck’s horn) and succulent purslane while it’s still cool. Harvest the young leaves of beetroot; those of sweet potatoes are delicious when sautéed. Plant bush and climbing beans. Plant lettuces in a cool, moist position for the summer. Feed brinjals (aubergines), peppers, squash, pumpkins and tomatoes with high-potassium fertiliser 3:1:5 or 2:3:4. After thinning out rows of carrots and beetroot, add the extras to a salad. Plant a few additional zucchini for their edible flowers. In the subtropics, plant a last crop of beetroot, carrots and lettuce. Plant sprouting sweet potato tubers in the ground, or in a large, deep container. Train their long stems up a support or let them trail on the ground.

GROUNDCOVERS WITH BLUE FLOWERS

Campanula portenschlagiana (Dalmatian bellflower) This spreading plant also looks good in hanging baskets where its pretty blue bell-shaped flowers can be seen at their best. The lowdown: It loves semi-shade and moist soil. Oxypetalum caeruleum (tweedia) Prized for its turquoiseblue flowers, this spreading, sometimes climbing plant flowers in summer and autumn. The lowdown: It needs sun and average water. Prune in spring to keep it compact. Symphytum officinale (comfrey) This blue form of the herb comfrey (or knitbone) has large, lance-shaped leaves. The lowdown: Plant it in sun or semishade; it may die back in winter.

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THIS WEEKEND Check the leaves of acid-loving plants for signs of chlorosis (yellowing leaves). These include gardenia, yesterday-todayand-tomorrow, Mackaya bella (pictured) and citrus trees. If affected, water in a solution of iron chelate; check the instructions for the correct dosage. Follow this later with a handful of Epsom salts.

We’re PLANTING… VERBENA PERUVIANA FIREHOUSE Why: It quickly fills beds, hanging baskets and containers with mounds of flowers that are constantly produced. It has tough, disease-resistant foliage and comes in eight different colours including ‘Red’ (pictured), ‘Purple Fizz’ and ‘Lavender’. Where: In a position that receives morning sun and afternoon shade. How: Baskets require daily watering in summer and containers every second to third day. Fertilise with a liquid fertiliser twice a month. For more information, visit ballstraathof.co.za

SEED IT Now available in seed packets, indigenous, drought-tolerant Buﬀalo Grass (Stenotaphrum secundatum) forms a dense mat and grows naturally in most coastal areas, especially the Cape. Water-wise, it tolerates sun and semi-shade.

Pest ALERT Snout nosed weevils cause unsightly, notched leaf edges, especially on succulents. Inspect plants at night when pests are feeding and hand-pick or shake off onto paper tucked under plants. The creamy C-shaped larvae damage roots. To prevent eggs being laid in the soil, cover it with a layer of coarse sand.

WHAT’S ON 5 OCTOBER Garden Extravaganza Day Douglasdale Retirement Village, 28 Galloway Avenue, Douglasdale, Jo’burg, presents a variety of open gardens from 10h00 – 14h00 as well as 50 stalls selling food and arts and crafts. Entrance is free. Call 010 593 3336. 5 OCTOBER Steenberg Garden Party Savour the finest Constantia bubblies and wines in Gauteng at The Kitchen | L’antico Giardino, The Forum Company, Lanseria, from 12h00 – 17h00. Tickets, R600 pp, are available at webtickets.co.za and include unlimited wine tastings and food. steenbergfarm.com 6 OCTOBER SPAR Women’s Challenge Take part in a 5km or 10km race at Marks Park, Emmarentia, Jo’burg. Starting time is 08h00. Enter at sparjoburgrace.co.za and collect a race hamper at your local SPAR. After the race, donate your running shoes to the school children who run the race barefoot. 20 OCTOBER Garden Day Get ready for Garden Day by visiting your local garden centre or nursery and stocking up on things to beautify your garden or patio. Then pack the tools away and celebrate by relaxing outdoors with family and friends. gardenday.co.za 30 OCTOBER – 3 NOVEMBER Johannesburg International Flower Show Held at Waterfall City, Midrand, attractions include the Super Food Garden, floral exhibits, artisan food trucks and food stalls as well as the Waterfall Organic Market. Tickets are available from johannesburgflowershow.com

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Ferguson garden, Constantia

Avondale, Durbanville

Open

GARDENS These beautiful gardens, open to raise funds for charity, will delight and inspire you

Mulligatawny Farm, Skeerpoort

26 – 27 OCTOBER Northwards House 21 Rockridge Road, Parktown This garden surrounding a historic home includes both indigenous and traditional plantings. Entrance is R30. 26 – 27 OCTOBER Judith Williams 36 Pallinghurst Road, Westcliff Enjoy the magnificent view among beautiful surroundings. Entrance is R30. Call Helena on 083 267 1661, Lynne on 083 267 1661, or visit gardensofthegoldencity.co.za

GARDENS OF THE GOLDEN CITY 5 OCTOBER Roedean School Princess of Wales Terrace, Parktown A Blooming Affair Garden and Craft Market Day will be held in the gardens of Roedean School. Entrance is R50. Call 011 647 3203 or visit abloomingaffair.co.za 12 – 13 OCTOBER High Cloud High Cloud Road, Irene Just 25 minutes from Jo’burg, this park-like estate in Irene is both beautiful and unusual. Entrance is R50, children under 12 free.

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5 OCTOBER Water Oak Farm Expect abundant birdlife and stunning views at Water Oak Farm, Klein Constantia Road, Constantia. Open from 09h00 – 17h30, tickets cost R30 at the gate. Visit sardacapetown.co.za, call Deborah on 082 406 3434 or deborahhorsell@gmail.com 5 – 6 OCTOBER Avondale in Durbanville Get ideas for water-wise plantings at 40 Protea Way, Durbanville, open from 09h00 – 16h30. E-mail tygerbergrotaryclub@gmail.com

Piet Retief, Mpumalanga

Fairholme, Elgin

12 – 13 OCTOBER Mulligatawny Farm Meander through this magnificent farm garden at S6, Skeerpoort, near the Cradle of Humankind from 09h00 – 17h00. The garden includes wetlands, stunning views and exceptional birdlife. Tickets cost from R100 – R200 at webtickets.co.za. Call James on 083 326 4493 or visit facebook.com/MulligatawnyFarm 18 – 19 OCTOBER Constantia Open Gardens Four gardens using practical approaches to water management are open on Friday 14h00 – 18h00 and Saturday 09h00 – 17h00. Tickets cost R70, pre-bought at selected outlets, or R80 at the gate and include tea or coffee and a snack. Visit opengardensconstantia.wordpress.com or call 082 502 2060. 18 – 20 OCTOBER Bedford Garden Festival Be inspired by some of the area’s most historical and beautiful gardens. bedford.co.za

Franschhoek Manor

Fresh Woods, Elgin

19 – 20 OCTOBER Piet Retief, Mpumalanga Three farm and six town gardens will be open from 09h00 – 17h00. Entrance is R50. Collect tickets and maps from Welverdiend Guest House. Call SanMarie on 083 651 1177. 20 OCTOBER Garden of St Christopher This garden in Hyde Park, Jo’burg, is open from 10h00 – 16h00. Bookings only. Entrance is R150 and includes Prosecco and a wrap and coffee or ice cream. gardenofstchristopher.com 25 – 27 OCTOBER Franschhoek Open Garden Festival See a selection of 10 gardens including four new ones. Tickets, R200 pp for all gardens for the whole weekend, are available at La Motte Wine Estate and the NG Church Hall in Main Street, Franschhoek. Call 021 876 2861. 26 – 27 OCTOBER AND 2 – 3 NOVEMBER Elgin and Bot River Just an hour’s drive from Cape Town, 12 gardens ranging from formal to natural, will be open from 10h00 – 17h00. Entrance

to some gardens is free, others charge between R10 and R35. Download the map from elginopengardens.co.za 27 OCTOBER WIZO Garden Day Visit three of Jo’burg’s most attractive gardens in Illovo, Sandhurst and Craighall between 10h00 – 12h30. To book, call Helen on 083 267 2607, Lauren on 011 645 2515 or e-mail wizojhb@beyachad.co.za

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GROWING VEGETABLES An informal, rambling vegetable garden.

Cherry tomatoes grow easily and produce abundantly.

hen establishing a vegetable garden for the first time, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to start small. Even if you have the space, begin with one or two beds and learn how to manage those before expanding.

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Vegetables need sun, ideally six to eight hours a day. Some such as eggplants, tomatoes and chillies need far more than lettuce, rocket and spinach, which can get by on four to five hours a day. The ideal location is north-facing, however an east- or west-facing area will also do.

THE DESIGN There are many ways you can lay out a veggie garden, from a rambling cottage garden to a formal French-style potager. Visit open gardens and look online for designs that appeal to you and suit your garden. Draw the design on graph paper. Then lay it out to scale in the area youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve chosen, using string and stakes to mark the beds and pathways.

TEXT JANE GRIFFITHS PHOTOGRAPHS JANE GRIFFITHS AND KEITH KNOWLTON

LOCATION

A potager featuring raised beds separated by brick pathways.

Earthworms contribute to creating healthy soil.

GET MORE ONLINE Beds should run north-south and not east-west. Make pathways at least 90cm wide to accommodate a wheelbarrow. Line them with weed cloth before laying bricks or gravel on top. On a slope, create level terraces along the contours to ensure that water and nutrients are evenly distributed. Maximise growing space by adding vertical structures such as wigwams and trellises.

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HEALTHY SOIL An organic vegetable garden begins with healthy humus-rich soil. Apart from aerating the soil, humus makes it moist and crumbly so that it absorbs and retains water and nutrients. It also provides the ideal home for beneficial organisms. Healthy soil has a thriving

ecosystem of fungi, bacteria, algae, insects and worms. The first step to achieving healthy soil is to disturb it as little as possible. Add a 5cm-thick layer of organic matter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; compost, well-rotted manure or organic mulch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; regularly to the soil surface. Nature incorporates this into the lower layers and in no time it will be converted into fertile humus.

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Use stepping stones to prevent soil compaction. Simple plank edging keeps the enriched soil inside the beds.

In this French-style garden, veggies are planted in both raised beds and containers.

PREPARING BEDS Vegetables are hungry feeders and most prefer rich, fertile soil. When preparing and digging new beds, be conscious of the different soil layers so you don’t upset the balance of organisms. Some need oxygen and live near the surface, others thrive further down. Working in small sections, remove the topsoil layer and set aside. Dig a 60cm-deep trench. Loosen and aerate the subsoil layer by repeatedly pushing a fork into it and wiggling it around. Add 20–30cm of well-rotted manure and compost. Mix in the lower layer of soil. Add the topsoil. The surface will be higher than the surroundings, but if you install raised edging, this will keep the soil inside the bed. If you want an irrigation system, install it before you begin planting. Drip irrigation is the most water-wise method of watering a vegetable garden.

and more fertile soil. Once you’ve dug and prepared your beds, you never need to do it again. Digging is not only bad for the back – it’s harmful to the soil because it upsets the balance of beneficial organisms; it causes moisture loss, meaning dissolved nutrients are also lost and it exposes buried weed seeds which then germinate.

PLANTING TIPS

NO-DIG TIPS The reason gardeners dig is to break up compacted soil. To prevent compaction, never stand on the soil. Make small beds (about 2 x 1m) so you can reach the middle without standing on the soil. If beds are bigger, then place stepping stones in them. Build raised beds or place edging around the beds, high enough to retain enriched soil. The only time you ever need to dig is to remove an unwanted deeprooted plant, to harvest roots or when preparing a new bed.

Begin with easy vegetables: lettuce, Swiss chard, rocket, radish, spring onion, beans, gem squash, cherry tomatoes and a selection of perennial and annual herbs. Plant a variety of vegetables and herbs in each bed. Plant vegetables close together, so when full size their leaves just touch one another. Mulch beds well. Include edible flowers (nasturtiums, pansies, Californian poppies, calendulas, cornflowers) to attract beneficial insects and leave some vegetables and herbs to flower.

NO-DIG GARDENING No-dig gardening means fewer weeds, less maintenance, better water retention

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SOURCE Jane’s Delicious Garden by Jane Griffiths (Sunbird Publishers, jonathanball.co.za) janesdeliciousgarden.com

PROPAGATING HERBS

Propagating your own herbs saves money and making new plants provides a great sense of satisfaction says Jane Griffiths 100

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here are also many other advantages to propagating your own plants. Apart from achieving a level of self-sufficiency, you can ensure a regular supply of new stock and have more control over the quantity and quality of the plants you grow. There are many ways to go about it.

TEXT JANE GRIFFITHS PHOTOGRAPHS JANE GRIFFITHS AND KEITH KNOWLTON

Doubling

GET MORE ONLINE Discover how to propagate more than just herbs at gardenandhome.co.za

Egg boxes can be used for sowing basil and chive seeds.

Take cuttings to keep your favourite sage varieties going.

Cuttings are an easy way to propagate herbs.

Cuttings Many herbs including lavender, oregano, pelargonium, rosemary, sage and thyme are best propagated in this way. Take cuttings from new growth and place them in a growing medium until roots form. Cultivate several cuttings as they won’t all grow. Make a good medium for cuttings by mixing two parts coarse sand and one part sieved compost. Vermiculite and coco peat can also be added. In spring or early summer, cut sections of new growth about 10cm long, just below a node (the small swellings where a leaf is or was attached to the stem). Nodes contain cells primed for growth and when inserted into the medium, form roots. Trim the leaves, leaving a few for photosynthesis to take place as you want most of the cutting’s energy to go towards creating new roots. If the leaves are very big, cut them in half. To encourage rooting, dip the cut end in rooting powder. This comes in three strengths: No. 3 for hardwood (rosemary), No. 2 for semi-hardwood (thyme) and No. 1 for softwood (basil). If you’re averse to synthetic products, use honey or willow bark water instead (see box overleaf). Poke 3–5cm deep holes in the growing medium, insert the cut end into the hole and firm the medium around it. Place in a warm, light place and keep moist but don’t saturate. After 8–10 weeks the roots should be established.

Basil is best propagated by seed: either direct sown or in seed trays.

Soft-stemmed herbs can be rooted in water.

Rooting in water This simple method involves cutting a stem from a mature herb and popping it into a jar of water until roots develop. This works for soft-stemmed herbs like basil, mint, tarragon and lemon balm. For woody herbs, (thyme, sage and rosemary), choose fresh new growth. Trim the cuttings as above.

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Layering This encourages a stem to form new roots while still attached to the mother plant. This is suitable for woody but flexible stems such as lavender, rosemary, sage and thyme. In spring, choose a long section of new growth close to the base of the plant. Strip the leaves off the stem leaving some at the growing tip. Dig a furrow the length of the stripped stem, about 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8cm deep, and place the bare stem in it, with the leafy tip sticking up. Use a metal hoop to pin it down firmly. Cover the stem with soil, firm it down and mulch well. Keep moist and new roots will develop. In a few months, cut it away from the mother plant and transplant.

Perennial and biennial seeds are best sown in seed trays.

Seeds As a general rule, most perennial and biennial seeds should be sown in seed trays as they take a while to germinate and need a bit more TLC. Annuals like basil, borage, dill and fennel can be sown in situ or in seed trays and then transplanted. The seeds of most herbs have a shorter lifespan than those of vegetables. Generally, herb seeds are viable for six months to a year.

Layering

Comfrey ready to be divided into new plants.

Mature chives can be divided.

Potting up a divided tarragon plant.

Division Spring or autumn are good times to divide herbs. This method is ideal for herbaceous perennials such as artemisia, catnip, chives, comfrey, echinacea, lemon balm, mint, tarragon and yarrow. Dig up the whole plant and gently shake off the soil so you can see the roots. Divide the plant into smaller pieces, using secateurs and a fork. Each piece should have two to five shoots with plenty of roots. Cut back the top growth by half. Replant and water well.

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ROOTING TIPS Dipping cuttings in honey will encourage root growth. Honey contains elements that resemble growth hormones and also seals the cut cells, preventing moisture loss. The sugar in the honey also provides food. It works best on semi-hardwood and hardwood cuttings. Dilute the honey with enough water so you can dip the cutting into it. Another option is making rooting water from willow twigs. Willow trees contain salicylic acid, which helps speed up the rooting process. To make willow water, add boiling water to a handful of fresh willow twigs. Soak for 24 hours and strain. Soak the cuttings in the willow water for a few hours before potting. Use the willow infusion to water your cuttings.

SOURCE Janeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Delicious Herbs by Jane Griffiths (Sunbird Publishers, jonathanball.co.za) janesdeliciousgarden.com

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Healthy never tasted so good in the hands of Anastasia Jamieson, owner of Foodology in Cape Town

Anastasia Jamieson

nastasia Jamieson’s garden at Fig Tree House is brimming with fruit trees, vegetables and herbs – the seasonal produce she uses to feed her family and friends wonderfully healthy dishes. Founder of Foodology, she specialises in promoting healthy eating and living without using plastic and chemical cleaning products. She also makes and sells a handmade nut granola and her own range of stylish copper water bottles that purify water naturally. When she started her company in the large, open-plan kitchen of her Georgian-style home, she gave nutrition classes to promote her philosophy. After the birth of her daughter Ayla Rose, and with less time on her hands, she changed her focus to gastrointestinal (GI) tract health and child nutrition, along with developing her own product lines. “Gourmet goodness stretches from soil to plate,” she says. “I advise people to read food labels and support their local artisanal food suppliers and farmers. And start growing their own produce, even if it’s only a few herbs and lettuces.” Anastasia’s love of cooking began when she was a teenager in the UK. She graduated with a BSc Honours in nutrition and food science at Oxford Brookes University and then worked as a product developer for

Cara Harris, Richard Jamieson, Lorraine Dove and Amanda Russo

Menu APPETISER PLATTER WOOD-FIRE-ROASTED WHOLE FISH WITH GARLIC, OLIVE AND PARSLEY SALSA SERVED WITH PUMPKIN AND CRANBERRY PILAF CARAMELISED SAFFRON PEAR BUCKWHEAT CAKE Marks & Spencer and Woolworths. However, it was while living in Australia that she began to develop an interest in the organic whole food movement. “It changed how I bought and prepared food,” she says. She returned to South Africa eight years ago, renovated Fig Tree House, and established her abundant garden. A self-taught cook, she’s made it her mission to learn all she can about world food cultures and Ayurveda. As a mother determined to feed her three-year-old in a healthy way, she has developed recipes that are not only wholesome, but also delicious. Although some need persuasion. Anastasia recalls a dinner party where one of the guests eating the chocolate mousse with relish found out it had avocado in it. “She pushed

her plate away and decided she didn’t want any more. Funny how perceptions overcome taste,” she says. Today’s lunch is for healthconscious guests including Amanda Russo, the owner of organic food store Urban Farmer, and Cara Harris who owns an indigenous plant store and pet remedy centre.

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Anastasia Jamieson, Tim Harris, Amanda Russo, Cara Harris, Richard Jamieson and Lorraine Dove

rosemary or wild sage) sprinkle goat’s cheese (optional)

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APPETISER PLATTER (Pictured on page 104) (Serves 6) Anchovies with lemon and caper salsa Broad bean mint smash (online) Beetroot salsa (online) Chickpea farinata

ANCHOVIES WITH LEMON AND CAPER SALSA

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FOR THE SALSA 1 spring onion, finely chopped zest of 1 lemon 1T capers, chopped ½t dill, roughly chopped olive oil, to taste black pepper, to taste

1. Mix the salsa ingredients together until well combined. Adjust the consistency with olive oil and season with black pepper. 2. Drizzle the salsa over the anchovies and serve.

CHICKPEA FARINATA (Serves 6) 2 cups chickpea flour, sieved 2 cups warm filtered water pinch salt 4T oil (ghee, coconut oil or butter) handful herbs (wild

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1. Place the chickpea flour in a large bowl and add the warm water, whisking to prevent lumps. 2. Add the salt, cover with a cloth and leave in a warm place for at least 2 hours (overnight is best). 3. Preheat the oven to 230°C. 4. Place 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large baking dish or ovenproof pan with a handle. Make sure it’s big enough so that the farinata base is about a centimetre thick. 5. Place the dish in the hot oven until the oil is just smoking or very hot. 6. Pour the foam and excess liquid off the top of the soaked batter. Mix in the herbs and the remaining tablespoon of oil. Pour into the dish or pan. 7. Sprinkle with goat’s cheese, if using. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden and crisp around the edges and serve.

WOOD-FIRE-ROASTED WHOLE FISH WITH GARLIC, OLIVE AND PARSLEY SALSA (Serves 6) 1 whole fish, tail and head on, scaled, gutted and butterflied (any nice fresh white fish; we used kabeljou) salt and pepper, to taste fresh herbs (optional) FOR THE SALSA 1/3 cup green olives, chopped 4 cloves black garlic, finely diced ¼ cup capers, drained and chopped zest of 1 preserved lemon, finely chopped 3T Italian parsley, chopped juice of 1 lemon 2T extra virgin olive oil grind black pepper

1. Get the wood-fired oven, braai or indoor oven nice and hot. 2. Salt the skin of the fish. Place a handful of fresh herbs inside the cavity, if using. Just before cooking salt the inside of the fish;

add pepper, if desired. 3. Cook the fish until the skin is crispy and the inside well done. This should take about 15–30 minutes. 4. Mix the salsa ingredients together until well combined. Adjust the consistency with olive oil and season with black pepper. 5. Serve the plated fish drizzled with the salsa.

15g cranberries 50g unsalted pistachios, shelled ½t cardamom, ground 300g basmati rice, soaked for an hour in warm salted water 450ml vegetable or chicken stock sheet baking paper, cut a bit bigger than the pan lid TO SERVE fresh chopped herbs

PUMPKIN AND CRANBERRY PILAF

1. Preheat the oven to 230°C. 2. Toss the diced pumpkin or squash with salt and pepper and about ½ teaspoon of olive or coconut oil. Place in a roasting pan and roast for about 30 minutes until tender. 3. Mix the saffron with the boiling water and add 25g of the butter, ghee or coconut oil. 4. Heat the remaining 75g butter, olive oil and ghee or coconut oil in a medium-sized saucepan

(Serves 4–6) 600g pumpkin or butternut squash, diced sea salt and pepper, to taste 2T extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil big pinch saffron 3T boiling water 100g unsalted butter, ghee or coconut oil 1 stick cinnamon (about 6cm) 4 allspice berries, crushed 1 large onion, thinly sliced

with the cinnamon and allspice until it foams a bit, then add the onion and about ½ teaspoon salt. 5. Fry over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onion softens and starts to colour slightly. 6. Add the cranberries, pistachios and cardamom and cook for about 10 minutes more until golden and sweet. 7. Drain the rice and add to the pan, stirring for a

couple of minutes to coat, then pour in the stock. Scatter in the roasted pumpkin and cover with the baking paper and lid. 8. Cook on high for 5 minutes, reduce the heat and simmer on low for 5 more minutes. 9. Remove the lid and pour in the saffron/oil/water mix. Replace the lid and leave to rest for 5–10 minutes. 10. Serve scattered with fresh chopped herbs.

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CARAMELISED CARDAMOM AND SAFFRON PEAR AND BUCKWHEAT CAKE (Serves 6) FOR THE CARAMELISED PEARS 3 pears 2 cardamom pods pinch saffron or infuse in 3T hot water for 15 minutes (optional) 25g unsalted butter 2T maple syrup FOR THE CAKE 150g unsalted butter, softened 75g buckwheat flour, sifted 1t baking powder (aluminium-free) 2 large free-range eggs 75g finely ground almonds good pinch ground cinnamon 120g maple syrup

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TO SERVE cardamom pods (optional) thick yoghurt, cream, crème fraiche or yoghurt with rose water syrup

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C. Prepare a baking tin. 2. Peel, quarter and core the pears. Tip the seeds from the cardamom pods into a mortar and pestle and grind to a powder. 3. Heat a frying pan and add the ground cardamom seeds, saffron, butter and maple syrup. 4. As soon as the mixture starts to sizzle, arrange the quartered pears flat side down in a circle with the thin ends meeting in the centre. Cook for about 5–6 minutes on each side then remove the pan from the heat.

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My cooking style is improvisational and flexible. I use whatever is in the fridge and in my garden. The kitchen gadget I couldn’t live without is my heatproof spatula. If I had just one recipe book, it would be Saha by Greg and Lucy Malouf. My store cupboard staples are good salt, good olive oil, coconut oil, ghee, tamari, cassava flour, activated nuts and seeds, and fermented vinegar like apple cider. The best meal I ever ate was at El Bulli in Roses Catalonia, Spain. I wrote to them for four years to get a table and eventually succeeded.

5. To make the cake, cream the butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy. 6. Add 2–3 tablespoons of the sieved flour, baking powder and beat in the eggs, one at a time. 7. Continue to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. If it looks as if it’s curdling, add another tablespoon of flour. 8. Fold in the remaining flour, ground almonds, cinnamon and maple syrup. 9. Scrape the mixture into a prepared tin and level the top. Carefully arrange the pears flat side down in a

circle on top. Drizzle over the remaining pan juices. 10. Bake for 40–50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean. Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning the cake out onto a wire rack to cool completely. 11. Serve the cake sprinkled with cardamom pods, if desired, and thick yoghurt, cream, crème fraiche or yoghurt with rose water syrup. SOURCE Foodology foodology.co.za

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ORANGE AND CARROT CAKE FOR THE CAKE 2 cups pecans, chopped 2½ cups flour 2t baking soda 2t nutmeg 2t cinnamon ¼t salt 1½ cups unsalted butter, softened 2½ cups sugar 4 large eggs ¼ cup milk zest of 1 orange ¼ cup Clover Krush Carrot and Orange Juice 1½t vanilla extract 2 cups finely grated carrot (about 6 carrots) FOR THE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 2¾ cups cream cheese, softened 3 cups icing sugar 3–4t evaporated milk (or cream, if desired) 1½t vanilla extract 1 cup pecan nuts and walnuts, chopped

time, mixing well after each addition. 4. Add the milk and half the flour mixture and mix well. Add the remaining flour gradually to form a smooth batter. 5. With a spoon, stir the orange zest and juice, vanilla, grated carrot and toasted nuts through the cake batter. 6. Divide the batter evenly between the cake tins and bake for 40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. 7. Leave the cake in the tins for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely. 8. While the cake is cooling, make the frosting by creaming together the butter, cream cheese and icing sugar with an electric mixer. Add the milk and vanilla, and mix well. 9. To decorate, place one of the cakes on a cake stand or plate and spread some icing over the top. Place the second layer on top and spread icing over the top and side. Cover the side of the cake with the chopped nuts and serve.

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line two greased 23cm round cake tins with baking paper, and set aside. Spread the chopped pecans on a baking tray and roast for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool. NEW 2. Sift together the flour, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon and salt in a mixing bowl. 3. Cream the butter and sugar together in a large bowl using an electric mixer. Add the eggs one at a

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lover’s delicious cheeses are ideal as snacks and on a cheeseboard with charcuterie, fruit and crackers. From Clover Cheddar to Clover Feta, each cheese has its own unique taste and characteristics.

Clover Cheddar One of the hard cheeses, Cheddar is aged between six and 24 months. Clover makes Clover White Cheddar and Clover Cheddar. With its distinctive sharp taste, it’s superb both in sauces and as a table cheese.

Clover Gouda This semi-hard cheese has a creamy, sweet taste, perfect for breaking the sharpness of the Clover Cheddar.

Gouda can be used as a dessert cheese and as a table cheese.

Clover Tussers This mild, semi-hard cheese is lighter in colour than Clover Gouda and Clover Cheddar. It’s not just a great choice for cheeseboards, but also for sandwiches, wraps and picnics.

Clover Feta No Greek salad is complete without this delectable, crumbly, creamy cheese. Preserved in tubs filled with brine, it has a salty taste that lends itself to salads and as an accompaniment to cooked vegetables such as spinach and pumpkin. For a flavoursome difference, try Clover Feta with Black Pepper or Clover Feta with Herbs.

Clover Cheese is made with 100% Clover Milk and undergoes up to 14 quality checks to ensure you get only the best of the best. Packed with goodness and nutrition, Clover Cheese is a source of calcium and is high in energy and protein, making it the ideal snack to power you through the day. Not to mention, their packaging is super-convenient and easy to use. Whatever your taste in cheese, there’s a Clover cheese to suit you perfectly!

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MILKY GOODNESS There’s no need to give up dairy. Clover Nolac Lactose Free Milk is pretreated with the enzyme lactase to break down lactose making it easy to digest. High in Vitamin D and Calcium, it’s available in 1ℓ fresh packs from R15,99 and UHT packs from R14,99. clover.co.za

SERVE IT IN STYLE We’re loving Le Creuset’s new colourway, Sage. It’s a great addition to modern and countrythemed kitchens. The signature round casserole (pictured), from R2 100, is available in stores or online at lecreuset.co.za

Get a taste of what’s new in the culinary world

LABOUR OF LOVE KZN-based foodie sisters, Kate and Rebecca Lund, share a collection of fresh, healthy recipes in their book, Delish Sisters, Tasty Food Made With Love, R300, Penguin Random House. Find the recipe for their herby fish cakes with dill and caper guacamole on our website, gardenandhome.co.za

Free SPIRITED Ideal for cocktails and quenchers, distilled non-alcoholic Seedlip Herbal Garden 108 captures the essence of the English countryside, while Aromatic Spice 94 has a citrus ﬁnish. They’re available in selected stores, from R249 for 200ml, and R450 for 700ml. Visit seedlipdrinks.com

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Acclaimed Austrian wine glass producer Riedel’s new Performance range of stemware will revolutionise the way you appreciate ﬁne wines. Lightweight, durable and dishwasher safe, it’s a must for the avid wine collector. Available from reciprocal.co.za and riedel.co.za

WHAT’S ON 5 – 6 OCTOBER Stellenbosch Wine Festival Jo’burg Sip and swirl some of Stellenbosch’s finest wines at the Wanderer’s Cricket Club Fields. Foods to taste and purchase will be presented by Pick n Pay. A day pass with 15 tasting coupons costs R225 pp at webtickets.co.za 11 – 13 OCTOBER Wine on the River This spring festival in the picturesque Robertson Wine Valley offers wine tastings, gastronomic treats, children’s activities and river cruises. Visit wineonriver.com 30 OCTOBER – 1 NOVEMBER RMB WineX Celebrate the 20th anniversary of SA’s premier wine festival at the Sandton Convention Centre, Jo’burg, 17h00 – 21h00 daily with a host of wines to taste and purchase. Visit winex.co.za

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These mouth-watering dishes will inspire you to explore new flavours

(Serves 4) FOR THE HERB AND PEA FALAFEL 1 (410g) tin chickpeas, drained 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted 1 small onion, finely chopped 30ml fresh parsley, chopped 30ml fresh mint, chopped 15ml lemon juice 15ml lemon zest, finely grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 45ml cake flour 10ml ground cumin 5ml baking powder 3ml cayenne pepper salt and milled black pepper, to taste 30ml oil, for frying FOR THE MINT YOGHURT 180ml plain low-fat Greek yoghurt 45ml fresh mint, very finely chopped 5ml sumac salt and freshly milled pepper, to taste TO SERVE lemon wedges peas, for garnish (optional)

1. To make the herb and pea falafel, place all the ingredients, except the oil, in a food processor and blend until combined, but still chunky. Season with salt and pepper. 2. Using floured hands, shape spoonfuls of the mixture into small patties. 3. Place the falafel in a single layer on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes. 4. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the falafels in

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HERB AND PEA FALAFEL WITH MINT YOGHURT

batches for 5–6 minutes, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towel. 5. Combine all the mint yoghurt ingredients in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. 6. Serve the falafel warm with the mint yoghurt and lemon wedges as a starter or part of a mezze platter.

ASIAN-STYLE PORK BELLY WITH BAO BUNS* AND COLESLAW (Serves 4–6) FOR THE ASIAN-STYLE PORK BELLY 1 x 1,5kg pork belly 30ml fresh ginger, finely grated 2 cloves garlic, crushed 10ml five spice powder 5ml dried chilli flakes milled black pepper 30ml sea salt flakes 60ml hoisin sauce FOR THE COLESLAW 15ml lemon juice 15ml rice vinegar 5ml castor sugar 1 cup cabbage, finely shredded 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded 1 small Mediterranean cucumber, cut into matchsticks 1 small carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks TO SERVE 8–12 Chinese bao buns*, steamed in a bamboo steamer Sriracha Hot Chilli Sauce mayonnaise

1. Place the pork belly in a large pot. Pour over enough boiling water to cover and

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cook for 20 minutes. Drain well and dry thoroughly with paper towel. 2. Mix the ginger, garlic, five spice, chilli flakes and hoisin sauce together and rub into the meat side of the pork belly. Season well with milled black pepper. Refrigerate for an hour or overnight for the flavours to marinate. 3. Preheat the oven to 210°C. Place the belly, skin side up, on a wire rack resting on top of a roasting tray lined with

foil. Prick the skin side of the pork belly multiple times with a fork. Pat the top of the belly with paper towel until completely dry and liberally season with sea salt. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes. 4. Reduce the temperature to 180°C and cook for 60–90 minutes, or until the rind is crisp and the meat tender. 5. To make the coleslaw dressing, mix the lemon juice, rice vinegar and sugar together in a bowl, stirring

until the sugar dissolves. 6. Add the remaining ingredients and toss well to combine. 7. Slice the pork and serve at once in steamed bao buns, with some Sriracha Hot Chilli Sauce, mayonnaise and coleslaw. *COOK’S NOTE Find bao buns in the freezer section of Asian supermarkets. If you can’t find bao buns, substitute them with small, soft white bread rolls.

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DESTINATIONS Fountain Square, Downtown Cincinnati.

Scintillating CINCI

hen my brother invited me to visit him in his adopted home town of Cincinnati, I leapt at the opportunity. All I knew about it came from a few vague memories of late-70’s TV series WKRP in Cincinnati. I soon found out that while some of the TV show’s quirkiness still lingers, this dynamic capital of Ohio has plenty to offer.

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But before I left, I had to apply for a US visa. I admit I was a bit apprehensive. News coverage on how the USA is clamping down on visitors gave me the impression it would be a harrowing experience. I must reassure you that the whole process was streamlined, efficient and hassle free, which also aptly described my experience of the USA. I discovered that the best way to

explore Cincinnati was on foot, mainly because there was so much that I wanted to photograph, so many shops to poke my nose into and delicious food to sample. Most parts of Cincinnati are completely safe to walk around in, particularly during the day. However, for the not so energetic, the Cincinnati Bell Connector, a single streetcar line, runs in a 6km loop between The Banks on the riverfront, through Downtown

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Ranked as one of the ‘Top 10 cities that Rock’ by Esquire magazine, Cincinnati Ohio boasts a happening music scene, scrumptious food and inviting parks, reports Connall Oosterbroek

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Paddle steamer passing under the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge.

CONNALL’S TRAVEL TIPS MUST-SEE SIGHT Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati’s cool cultural hub. NEED TO KNOW If walking in a nature preserve, notices saying ‘Leaves of three, let it be’ mean don’t touch a plant with a cluster of three leaves because it might be poison ivy or poison oak. ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO PACK Good walking shoes, a water bottle, camera and binoculars. WHERE TO EAT Cincinnati is a foodie Mecca with food trucks in Fountain Square, Skyline Chili, sidewalk bistros and high-end restaurants. USEFUL WEBSITES cincinnatiusa.com;cincinnatiparks.com; myfountainsquare.com, go-metro.com and cincyredbike.org

and Findlay Market and into Overthe-Rhine. There are 18 stops along the way and with a $2 day pass you can hop on and off should a particular area take your fancy. It’s a great way to experience this Midwestern city that still has the feel of 50’s America. No excursion into downtown Cinci (as it’s called by the locals) would be complete without stopping at Fountain Square with its iconic Tyler

Food truck in Fountain Square.

Davidson Fountain. Frequented by locals and tourists, there’s always something happening. I enjoyed the food trucks surrounding the square and wished I had a bigger appetite so I could sample something from each. On Tuesdays there’s a market and on most weekends through the summer there are free concerts and events. One of the landmarks of the city is Graeter’s Ice Cream. Founded in 1870, this family business still makes their ice cream the same way they did 150 years ago, in two-gallon French pot freezers. Their method may be old school, but the result is rich, creamy and dense. They have many delicious flavours to choose from, but my vote went to their signature Black Raspberry Chip. Another Cincinnati institution is Skyline Chili, which was established

Murals in Over-the-Rhine.

in 1949 by a Greek immigrant who brought his family recipes with him. It’s a mystery why it’s called Chili as it’s not hot at all. The mince sauce has a unique blend of spices with a distinctive taste and is served on a roll topped with cheese. I was particularly taken by the Overthe-Rhine precinct (OTR for short). It’s Cincinnati’s main entertainment district, brimming with trendy restaurants, hip bars, craft breweries, fashionable shops and theatres and the gorgeous Washington Park. The area boasts the largest collection of 19th-century Italianate architecture in the US and has been the location for many movies set in old New York. Washington Park is a perfect spot to sit and people watch. There’s free Wi-Fi so you can catch up on social media,

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watch the locals walking their dogs, or the kids playing in the waterpark. Over the road the Cincinnati Music Hall (a National Historic Landmark) is the venue where the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, opera and ballet companies perform. If you’re a foodie, you’ll be in your element in OTR. There must be well over 50 places to dine, at least 20 bars and two breweries. Within two blocks you’ll find Mexican, Japanese, Italian, Argentinian, Belgian, Asian fusion, French, farm-inspired American, Thai, Greek, Mediterranean, classic American and Chinese cuisines. Findlay Market (1801 Race St) is another foodie hotspot with over 40 food and craft vendors in the market itself and a number of restaurants nearby. Unless you’re from Cincinnati, you’ve probably never heard of goetta. A spicy mixture of ground pork, beef and steel-cut oats, it’s a specialty at Eckerlin Meats. To work off some of the calories, I headed into Cincinnati’s many well-maintained parks and nature preserves. I’m a keen birder and found a rich diversity of species while I was there in summer. North of the city, a short bus ride on the Metro, is the

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The Cincinnati Music Hall and waterpark.

There’s an abundance of parks and nature preserves in and around Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. I’m not particularly fond of caged animals, but I loved the gardens, which are used by a number of seed companies to trial their new plants. I could have ended the walk at the Smale Riverfront Park, but chose to walk over the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge into Kentucky. I strolled along the streets of the historic Riverside Drive district, enthralled by the grand old houses. When the bridge opened on 1 December 1866, it was the longest suspension

bridge in the world and predecessor to New York’s Brooklyn Bridge. To get some great views of the city and to visit Eden Park, I took a trip to Mount Adams. Eden Park has excellent walking paths with unsurpassed vistas of the Ohio River. It’s also home to the Krohn Conservatory, which houses exotic plants and a seasonal butterfly exhibit. Also in the park is the Cincinnati Art Museum which offers free admission to its broad permanent collection, a boon to my rand budget. There’s also the

Augusta, Kentucky, once home to George Clooney.

Red Bikes for hire.

PLANNING YOUR TRIP GETTING THERE The most direct route is on Delta Airlines, via Atlanta. They have daily flights from OR Tambo. WHERE TO STAY Check out the Airbnb lofts and apartments in Over-the-Rhine starting at R900/ night. Booking.com lists five-star hotels in downtown with rooms sleeping two from R2 400/night. GETTING AROUND Metro buses service the Greater Cincinnati area; the Bell Connector tram connects OTR and Downtown. All Metro buses are equipped with bike racks. Just load your bike on the front and jump on board. Cincy Red Bike is Cincinnati’s bikesharing scheme. cincyredbike.org VISAS South Africans need a general tourist visa to visit the USA. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your return date. Keep in mind that the visa processing time can be lengthy so apply well in advance. Visit travel. state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas CURRENCY The currency is the US$. At the time of going to print US$1:R15,34. A Starbucks coffee costs about $2 (about R30), a craft beer in a pub $5 (about R76).

Riverside Drive district.

Playhouse in the Park, which stages contemporary shows at two theatres. I took a day trip to the historic town of Augusta, Kentucky, voted the ‘Most Picturesque Town in Kentucky’ by USA Today. I drove along the Ohio Scenic Byway (US 52) eastwards hugging the Ohio River. Along the way I passed the picturesque towns of New Richmond and Moscow, and after an hour or so, spotted the signs to the Brown Augusta Ferry. Boarding the Jenny Ann I crossed over the river to Augusta where I spent a couple of

hours browsing in the boutiques and antique shops before heading over to the Augusta pub where I had a particularly delicious burger and fries. On Riverside Drive, I discovered Rosemary Clooney House, a museum that celebrates the life of the American singer and actress famous in the early 1950s. She’s also the aunt of George Clooney who lived in the town in his teens. Then it was back, along the river to laid-back yet lively Cincinnati, a perfect slice of Middle America.

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3 1. Gloss and matt-glazed Italian vase by

Balboa. 2. Hand-signed Italian fish motif charger. 3. Wall plate in the style of Bernard Buffet by Meloir of Italy.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF MID-CENTURY EUROPEAN CERAMICS

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or the past 20 years, Cape Town retrophile Charles du Toit has been an enthusiastic collector of mid-century European ceramics. While studying at university, Charles spent some time in London on a study/ work visa and by chance got into the antiques business. “This job, my first,

was as an assistant to a dealer in oriental antiques in King’s Way in London. I wasn’t fond of the oriental stuff, but was instantly drawn to the interesting glazes and vibrant colours of European mid-century ceramics that I spotted in the British markets,” says Charles. The retro collecting bug bit hard

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After WWII, European countries focused on rebuilding industry rather than developing new designs, and products were inspired by pieces from the 1930s. In the early 1950s, industrial design, including that of ceramics was revived with fresh new philosophies. Scandinavia and Italy were leaders of ceramic design in the mid-century period with makers like Upsala-Ekeby in Sweden, Arabia in Finland and Bitossi and Balboa in Italy producing some of the most exciting and desirable wares. Britain soon followed with innovative lines such as those by Troika in St Ives, Delphis by Poole Pottery of Dorset and Denby’s Arabesque and Camelot wares by young designer Gill Pembroke. In Germany, mid-century designs peaked later and their popularity continued well into the 1970s. Dumler & Breiden and other makers used natural colours with the occasional splash of orange or flame red. Most of the ‘fat lava’ glazed wares originated here.

TIPS FOR ASPIRING COLLECTORS “German ceramics are quite reasonably priced, ranging from a couple of hundred rand for a vase or bowl, but can go up to the thousands for larger statement pieces like lamps. I usually buy online or from reputable dealers as the ceramics available at flea markets and second-hand shops are very limited,” says Charles du Toit. Reg Taylor, owner of online store Skyscraper Cape Town, says, “The value of Scandinavian pieces has skyrocketed of late and insiders say that prices have not yet reached their ceiling. If you want a good investment, look for pieces by designers Anna-Lisa Thomson, Ingrid Atterberg and Mari Simmulson before they become unaffordable. Condition is important and you should read the description thoroughly and carefully inspect an item or its photographs before making an online purchase.”

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and Charles never returned to his studies. When his visa expired and he came back to South Africa, he started his own antiques business. Charles bought and sold online for several years before opening Ride a White Swan, a retro furniture and homeware store in the trendy suburb of Gardens in Cape Town, two years ago. By this stage Charles was adding to his collection on a regular basis. It wasn’t long before there was no more room in his rented flat. “As a result, I’ve had to keep a lot of my best pieces at the shop, but I quite enjoy this because others also get to appreciate them,” he explains.

Because of the chunky, robust nature of mid-century ceramics, they are tough and can be used on a daily basis. Stoneware by Arabia and Denby is dishwasher-safe and ovenproof. Don’t use it in the microwave as some of the glazes can crack. To avoid dry-out, which can lead to surface cracks (also known as crazing), wash vases and display items like chargers and bowls regularly in warm water with mild detergent. Use a toothbrush, mild detergent and elbow grease to get into the grooves of highly textured glazes.

4. Oversized West German Dumler & Breiden decorative jug. 5. Bitossi ‘Rimini Blu’ horse

by Aldo Londi with typical detailed textural glaze. 6. Geometric-themed polka dot studded vase, circa 1960. 7. Large smooth-glaze Bitossi jug by Aldo Londi. 8. Swedish Gustavsberg ceramic Viking figure.

“I collect mainly Italian and German ceramics. I like Italian pieces such as those by Bitossi, known for their bright colours and unusual shapes,” says Charles. “My favourite is a large, very rare ‘Rimini Blu’ horse designed by Aldo Londi, which I was lucky enough to find at a local estate sale. Depending on their size these horses can sell for several thousand rand. I also love the highly textured ‘fat lava’ glazes of

some of the German-made ceramics, even though they are often in sombre browns and olive greens,” he adds. Charles is looking forward to moving into his new home in Scarborough, which is far roomier and will allow him to display more of his collection. SOURCES Ride a White Swan 071 958 3748 Skyscraper Cape Town 082 869 5572 or skyscrapercapetown.co.za

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Treasure chest What are your collectables worth? I’ d like to find out more about this tray given to me as a wedding present by my grandmother. She received it for her wedding in the early 1920s. It appears to have been a platter with handles added later. Carolyn Burgess (née Hulley)

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Can you give me some information about this vase? I bought it on eBay in the UK and think it may be quite valuable. It appears to be signed and, from what I can see, possibly from the Meiji era. Ruth van der Walt Justine Ferrigno of Le Brocanteur says, “This Chinese lacquerpainted, black lotus porcelain vase is an imitation of an antique in the name of Miao Yang Gong Yi and worth around R400. It’s definitely not a Meiji Japanese cloisonné vase.”

EXPERT TIP “When buying on eBay, be aware that the Chinese and Japanese stamp their pieces with old signatures, not in an attempt to defraud, but as a genuine salute to old masters,” says Justine Ferrigno.

“This Wedgwood watch, set in silver with marcasite (an iron pyrite) to give it a good lustre, has the hallmarks of Birmingham, 1963,” says David Stockenstroom of Kay’s Antiques. “The Wedgwood cameos are from the same era and I’m sure they’re still produced today. As it’s in relatively good condition and with only a few marcasite missing, I’d value it at about R2 500 – R3 500.”

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According to Andre Nel of Cowboys & Angels Antiques, “The tray is silver-plated E.P.N.S (Electro Plated Nickel Silver) and the markings are for Johnson, Durban & Company Ltd of Aston Road and Hubert Streets Birmingham, founded in 1897. Trays like this were usually part of a tea service that included a teapot, coffee pot, milk jug and sugar bowl. The handles are definitely not later additions. Judging by the photo, and in its present condition, it would sell for around R1 800.”

I was given this watch by a friend of mine. I have Googled Wedgwood, but can’t find any watches. Can you please tell me more about it, when it was made, and what it’s worth? Ann Pretorius

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Sally CHAPMAN This Cape Town-based illustrator and designer shares a few of her favourite things 7

can’t recall a day when I haven’t sketched or doodled. It’s always been a passion and I think my way of relaxing,” says illustrator Sally Chapman, who began her career in drafting and architectural drawing. In 2008, after a move from Jo’burg to Cape Town, she ventured into writing and illustrating children’s books. “One of those published had a drawing of a pair of greyhounds. I translated the illustration into a cushion design and then had it printed on fabric, and that’s how the Chapman Collection started,” she explains. Launched at 100% Design South Africa in 2017 and represented by Halogen International, the collection includes textile, wallpaper and cushion designs as well as a limited range of silk scarves printed in Italy. Each design begins as a simple hand drawing inspired by subjects such as horses, dogs and letters of the alphabet, then evolves into a composition with a strongly architectural character.

1 FORNASETTI INK SKETCH This artist has been a huge inspiration to me. 2 MOLESKINE NOTEBOOKS I keep all my sketches and ideas in them. 3 AUTHOR LISA ST AUBIN DE TERÁN A fascinating woman who has led the most incredible life. All her books are a must-read. 4 LALIQUE HORSE One of the first presents I received from my husband. 5 MY WHIPPETS RILEY, MILA AND QUIN I’ve discovered wonderful parts of Cape Town while walking them. 6 THALI RESTAURANT in Cape Town. They serve the best curry ever – anywhere. 7 ARCHITECTURAL LEGO When my sons were young, we had great fun playing with Lego. Now I get to build these iconic structures by myself. 8 LEOPARD HEAD SCULPTURE BY DYLAN LEWIS I love how it gazes over the canopy of trees in front of my house.

Sally adds two designs to her collection every year and is currently creating a panorama of 17th-century Cape Town, and a design with an African safari theme. “In terms of technique, I’ve started to experiment with etchings on copperplate, which produces beautiful, fine details.” Drawing remains her favourite way to unwind, but walking her beloved whippets comes a close second. “Some of my closest friendships are with people I’ve met on our walks.”

SOURCES 100% Design South Africa 100percentdesign.co.za Chapman Collection chapmancollection.com Dylan Lewis dylanlewis.co.za Halogen International halogen.co.za Moleskine moleskinesa.co.za Thali Restaurant thalitapas.co.za

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