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South Africa is blessed with millions of hectares of lush green lands and forests that complement the diverse ecosystem our country is home to. There are several forests in South Africa, each of which play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our country’s natural environment. In this blog, we’re going to talk about … Read more
We should all know that trees are some of the biggest water guzzlers on the face of the earth, but what some people may not know is that different trees consume different amounts of water. There are a few reasons behind this, including the environment the trees are in, the ecosystems they are a part … Read more
Africa is home to some of the lush forests in the world, with 22% of the continent covered in forests and woodlands. Even though only a small percentage of these tree-dominated landscapes are protected, these diverse ecological environments are essential for many regions on the continent because of the roles they play in providing locals … Read more
What is the point of having a lush green yard if a big ugly fence is going to ruin the aesthetics you’ve worked so hard to achieve? This is something that many homeowners around the world struggle with, something that no longer needs to be an issue thanks to privacy trees. Now the question becomes: … Read more
As we should all know by now, South Africa is home to one of the most diverse biological ecosystems in the world. When it comes to tree life, no one does it like we do. From the ancient Baobab trees of our dry lands to the symbolic Marula trees of our rustic woodlands, our nation … Read more
In the Duiwelskloof town of Limpopo exists a tree that is estimated to have been alive and well during the reigns of the ancient Egyptian and Roman empires. This tree is reported to be one of the oldest trees in the world and is by miles the largest tree of its species on the African … Read more
Why wait a decade or two for a tree to grow to its full potential when you could just transplant one that would immediately improve your backyard? While many people think that large trees beyond 20 feet in height and a few inches in diameter are impossible to transplant, the truth is that it takes … Read more
Considering the bigger picture of the universe and our place in it, we are lucky to be living in an era that has blessed us with a planet which caters to all of our needs. From the millions of biological species that inhabit the earth to the trees and plants that give us life, we’ve … Read more
Sustainable development is a strategy used by foresters that provides them with a constant supply of wood throughout their target landscape without affecting future timber yields. Sustainable harvesting has been praised over the years as one of the best harvesting methods, and for good reason. This method of harvesting is kind to the environment while … Read more
Long story short? No trees equals no humans – it’s not that complicated is it? Let’s look at it this way: imagine your lungs all of a sudden dying out on you, how long do you think you’d be able to survive without them? The trees that have graced this planet for millions of years … Read more