The Gardener's
Guide

Over the years, modern farming methods have helped us make incredible progress in agriculture. Yields have gone up, and food has become more accessible. But now, more than ever, with the changing climate, we’re realising the importance of working with  nature rather than against it. Nature sustains itself without chemicals. It regenerates, recycles nutrients, and feeds countless living things, all without human interference. And now, we’re learning to follow those same princi

In the city, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the food we eat. Supermarkets offer fresh vegetables, but rising prices, limited variety, and long supply chains make urban households vulnerable. That’s why I turned to vertical bag farming -a simple, space-saving way to grow food, even in the smallest urban areas. Urban living comes with challenges: limited land, poor soil, and busy schedules. Vertical bag farming turns these challenges into opportunities. By stacking soil-f

If you’re in Lusaka, Kabwe, Ndola, Kitwe, or any urban area in Zambia, now is the time to rethink what’s possible with your home space. Whether you have a backyard, a balcony, or just a sunny window — you can grow, raise, make, and build.

How I successfully started a sack garden

Lusaka has been on a well-heeled historical adventure with ample evidence of green literature, maps, provided by contributors such as the...

Lusaka developed as a popular hub for historic regional and international conventions that have improved the lives of African residents...

Suggestions for which plants to plant in a drought garden.

History of how green space was incorporated into the city planning.

As May begins and the cool, dry weather sets in, it's the perfect time to roll up our sleeves and prepare our gardens for the months...

With the early onset of the dry season, we will already be finding small animals venturing into our yards to look for food. Dealing with...

Palms are common in most urban ornamental gardens across Zambia. There is a wide array of palm species grown across the country hailing...

Zambia is a country blessed with breath-taking, natural beauty, from the vast Liuwa Plains to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls and its...

A simple guide to selecting which trees to plant around your home.

Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia, is known for its hot and dry weather conditions. Historically, we regularly experience flooding...