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14. It’s not new, but it’s the perfect book to buy now
if you don’t have it. South Africa’s organic gardening
guru, Jane Griffiths, shows you how easy it is to create
a food garden, no matter how small your space. All
inspirational ideas, practical information and loads
of tips and suggestions, Jane’s Delicious Urban
Gardening also touches on keeping urban bees and
hens, harvesting rainwater and recycling grey water, as
well as introducing solar power into your home. R302,
order online for delivery from exclusivebooks.co.za • 15.
Supporting small, local business and adding a touch
of glam to our indoor garden – win win. This grey and
yellow planter is from Plasticity, a sustainable brand
based in Graaff-Reinet in the Karoo, where they upcycle
plastic to create functional products. R249 from
upcycledplastic.co.za • 16. We’re all for using natural
products whenever possible ... and Made by Nature
is an online store that makes it so jolly easy. Brands
are selected for their eco standards and for using only
natural ingredients ... think brands like Earthsap and
Triple Orange, The Herbal Pet and Hey Gorgeous. You
can stock up on everything from all-purpose cleaner to
baby wipes, from herbal spray treatment for itchy pets
to rose scented body scrub. Our regular order always
includes this Triple Orange Fruit and Veg Wash (R65),
which safely removes wax, soil, chemicals and bacteria.
Details: madebynature.co.za • 17. With all the hand
washing and sanitising going on, a good hand cream
is essential. Burt’s Bees Almond & Milk Hand Cream
is our go-to option. R200, order online from dischem.
co.za and takealot.com
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18. We’re ordering this Kare Essential Starter Kit ... three
bags designed to allow you to do your grocery shop without
having to touch a piece of plastic. There’s a 100 per cent pure
unbleached cotton mesh produce bag and an expandable
tote (which folds up small but expands to hold at least 3kgs of
your shopping) and a cotton calico solid produce bag (with
absorptive, breathable cotton, so perfect for veggies like lettuce,
keeping it fresh and crisp; also great for freezing bread and
useful for storing cheese or grains). These bags (and loads more)
are all available as single buys, so you can add to your collection,
but this kit is a great place to start. R335 from karebags.co.za