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Aloes in Winterland

As winter casts its icy spell, nature lovers can find beauty in the vibrant variety of aloes that adorn South Africa’s landscapes

The Bigger Picture

Did you know that the tiny fig-tree wasp, an insect so small that it can fit through the eye of a darning needle, links with the African elephant as part of the life cycle of the gigantic broom-cluster fig tree?

To Weed it or Leave it: Lantana (Lantana camara)

Lantana’s captivating flowers have been both the catalyst and curse, contributing to its spread and problematic status in over 50 countries worldwide.

To weed it or leave it – Black Wattle (Acacia mearnsii)

In this second blogpost of weed it or leave it, Black Wattle and the effect it has on the environment and how to control it is discussed.

Add a touch of nature to your busy city life

Thanks to urban nature conservation projects and efforts, we can relax and reset by indulging in the natural beauty that South Africa has to offer.

To weed it or leave it – Bugweed

In this first blogpost of weed it or leave it, Bugweed and the effect it has on the environment and how to control it is discussed.

Food as medicine – We are what we eat

Food plays a big role in our daily lives, since it is a source of energy for us, but in many cultures food is also regarded as medicine.

Why we should plant and protect our trees

Trees are vital to our environment and economy in many ways and therefore it is important to protect forests and continue to plant indigenous trees.

Celebrating female authors during Women’s Month

Augusts serves as a reminder of the women who stand for the right to be and to take up space. In celebration of Women’s Month, Briza would like to shine the light on some of our female authors.

Ways to reduce plastic use during Plastic Free July

Plastic Free July is a movement to help raise awareness of the problem of single-use plastic. By making some changes, you too can reduce your plastic use.

10 Ways to get your kids to nature

10 Ways to get your kids to nature

Nov 15, 2021

Nowadays getting children away from their screens and into the yard to play outside can be difficult, but the large number of benefits that nature provides kids’ minds is enough reason to give it a try. Luckily there are lots of ways to make nature as...

Why are bees important to us?

Why are bees important to us?

Oct 15, 2021

The words: "save the bees!" have been on everyone's lips, but why are bees so important to us? Why should we be worried about them? And, how can we help? Why do we need bees? 1. Bees are important for food production As you might know, bees are pollinators, meaning...

Take a game ranger with you on safari – Get Nature Unpacked

Take a game ranger with you on safari – Get Nature Unpacked

Oct 7, 2021

Southern Africa is bursting with breathtaking environments and thousands of weird and wonderful creatures, but what do we really know about these creatures? Like what a chameleon does all day? How fast a wild dog can run? And even, what sound a nyala makes? Megan...

Get Springing: Top tips to get gardening with indigenous plants and trees this arbor week

Get Springing: Top tips to get gardening with indigenous plants and trees this arbor week

Aug 31, 2021

Are you looking to plant a tree for arbor week?
Read Briza’s top tips to get gardening creatively with indigenous plants and trees for arbor week. This article will discuss the difference between indigenous and exotic plants and trees, the benefits of planting indigenous plants and trees and things to consider when planting them, and then also give some top indigenous plants and trees for small gardens.

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