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Power Up Your Garden This Autumn with Kynoch Garden Range!
KynoGarden: Turn Autumn Leaves Into Garden Gold!
Instead of tossing fallen leaves, use them to enrich your garden! Leaves add nutrients, improve soil structure, and retain moisture—all for free!
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Why Use Leaves in Your Garden?
Feed the soil – Leaves break down into nutrient-rich compost.
Improve structure – Lighten heavy soils & boost water retention.
Suppress weeds – A natural mulch to prevent unwanted growth.
Encourage life – Attract worms & beneficial microbes for healthier soil.
Boost your results: Add KynoGarden 2.3.2 to balance nitrogen and speed up decomposition!
3 Easy Ways to Use Leaves
1. Mulch Your Garden Beds
✔ Shred leaves (use a lawnmower or tear them up).
✔ Spread a 5–10 cm layer around plants (not against stems).
✔ Sprinkle KynoGarden 2.3.2 to prevent nitrogen loss.
💡 Keeps soil warm, moist & weed-free!
2. Make Leaf Compost
✔ Pile leaves in a compost bin or heap.
✔ Mix in KynoGarden 2.3.2 to accelerate breakdown.
✔ Keep moist & turn every 2 weeks.
💡 Rich compost ready in 3–6 months!
3. Create Leaf Mold (Super Soil Booster!)
✔ Pack leaves in a pile or black bin bags with holes.
✔ Sprinkle with KynoGarden 2.3.2 (25) for extra nutrients.
✔ Leave for 6–12 months, then mix into soil.
💡 Improves soil structure & holds moisture like a sponge!
Bonus: Chickens Love Leaves! 🐔
Got chickens? Scatter leaves in their run—they scratch, mix, and turn them naturally while eating pests and adding manure for extra fertility!
🍂 Don’t waste autumn leaves—turn them into garden gold!
With KynoGarden 2.3.2, your soil gets nutrients faster, and your garden thrives year-round!
TurboGrass: Your Lawn in Autumn
Autumn is the most important season for lawn care – not spring! The way you care for your lawn now will determine how healthy, green, and resilient it will be in the new growing season. The cooler temperatures and increased moisture create perfect conditions for recovery and root strengthening, ensuring your lawn survives winter and flourishes in spring.
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Why Autumn Lawn Care is Essential
After a long, hot South African summer, your lawn has been through a lot—heat stress, foot traffic, and potential drought conditions. Autumn is your chance to:
✔ Repair summer damage and fill in thinning patches
✔ Strengthen roots for better winter survival
✔ Reduce weeds naturally by keeping grass dense
✔ Boost disease resistance against fungal infections
✔ Ensure a greener spring with less effort
TurboGrass 10.1.5: The Ultimate Autumn Lawn Booster
TurboGrass 10.1.5 delivers visible greening in just 1–2 weeks and provides the right nutrients to restore, thicken, and strengthen your lawn.
💚 Quick Results – Immediate greening for a lush lawn
💚 High Nitrogen (10:1:5 NPK) – Encourages thick, strong grass
💚 Slow-Release Formula – Feeds steadily with minimal loss
How to Apply TurboGrass in Autumn
- Mow & Rake – Cut grass slightly shorter and clear leaves/debris
- Apply 35 g per m² – Use a spreader for even coverage
- Water Deeply – Helps nutrients reach roots for absorption
- Maintain Every 4–6 Weeks – For sustained health and strength
A well-fed lawn in autumn means less work in spring. Strengthen your turf now for a greener, healthier lawn year-round!
KynoVeg: Plant Now, Harvest Later
Autumn’s cooler temperatures and occasional rainfall create ideal conditions for growing strong, healthy vegetables that will thrive through winter. By planting now, you set yourself up for a bountiful, homegrown harvest in the coming months.
Boost your crops from the start with KynoVeg 2.3.4, ensuring deep root development, healthier plants, and better yields all season long!
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1. Spinach – The Superfood That Keeps Giving!
Why Plant It?
Spinach is fast-growing, nutrient-rich, and continuously harvestable, making it one of the easiest vegetables to grow in autumn.
When to Plant: March – May
Best Growing Regions: Nationwide, thrives in most areas.
Sunlight Needs: Partial sun (morning sun, afternoon shade in warmer areas).
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering.
How to Plant:
1. Prepare soil with KynoVeg 2.3.4 (25-30 g per m²) to strengthen roots.
2. Sow seeds 1 cm deep, spacing them 15–20 cm apart.
3. Water well and keep soil damp during germination (7–14 days).
4. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage new growth.
Pro Tip: Apply KynoVeg 2.3.4 every 4 weeks for steady, leafy growth!
Best Companion Plants for Spinach
Best Partners:
✔ Lettuce – Provides shade for young spinach seedlings, preventing premature bolting.
✔ Strawberries – Spinach acts as a living mulch, retaining soil moisture for strawberries.
✔ Garlic & Onions – Naturally repel aphids and other pests that attack leafy greens. Plant garlic and onions around spinach beds for an added layer of pest protection!
✔ Radishes – Help loosen soil, making it easier for spinach roots to expand.
Avoid Planting With:
✖ Beetroot & Swiss Chard – Competes for nutrients and slows growth.
2. Broccoli – A Garden Powerhouse for Nutrients & Taste!
Why Plant It?
Packed with vitamins and antioxidants, broccoli flourishes in the cooler months and is one of the most rewarding autumn crops.
When to Plant: February – April
Best Growing Regions: Highveld, Cape regions, frost-free coastal zones.
Sunlight Needs: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily).
Watering: Deep water 2–3 times a week.
How to Plant:
1. Enrich soil with KynoVeg 2.3.4 (25-30 g per m²) to support compact heads.
2. Space seedlings 30–40 cm apart for full development.
3. Water deeply for firm, tight broccoli heads.
4. Harvest before flowers appear for the best flavour.
Pro Tip: Leave the plant after cutting the main head—side shoots will continue producing for weeks!
Best Companion Plants for Broccoli
Best Partners:
✔ Celery – Naturally repels cabbage worms and whiteflies, common broccoli pests.
✔ Dill & Thyme – Attracts beneficial insects like ladybugs, which feed on aphids.
✔ Beetroot & Carrots – Have different root depths, allowing them to grow well together without competing for nutrients.
Avoid Planting With:
✖ Strawberries – Both plants need space and attract similar fungal diseases.
✖ Tomatoes & Peppers – Compete for nutrients and moisture, leading to stunted growth.
Pro Tip: Mulch around broccoli plants to retain soil moisture and prevent weeds from competing with your crop.
3. Carrots – Sweet, Crunchy, and Easy to Grow!
Why Plant It?
Carrots thrive in cool weather, develop sweeter flavors in lower temperatures, and are a low-maintenance crop.
When to Plant: February – May
Best Growing Regions: Nationwide, in well-drained soil.
Sunlight Needs: Full sun to partial shade.
Watering: Keep soil moist but avoid overwatering to prevent split roots.
How to Plant:
1. Loosen soil deeply (30 cm) and mix in KynoVeg 2.3.4 (25-30 g per m²).
2. Sow seeds directly into soil (not trays) 1 cm deep in rows.
3. Thin seedlings to 5 cm apart to avoid overcrowding.
4. Harvest when carrots reach full size (around 2 cm diameter).
Pro Tip: KynoVeg 2.3.4 provides the perfect phosphorus balance for strong, deep roots!
Best Companion Plants for Carrots
Best Partners:
✔ Onions, Garlic & Leeks – Deter carrot flies with their strong scent.
✔ Lettuce – Creates shade, keeping soil cool and helping carrots germinate evenly.
✔ Beans & Peas – Fix nitrogen in the soil, naturally improving carrot growth.
Avoid Planting With:
✖ Dill & Parsley – Attracts carrot fly and competes for nutrients.
✖ Potatoes – Both are heavy feeders, draining soil nutrients too quickly.
Pro Tip: Interplant fast-growing radishes between carrot rows—radishes germinate quickly, helping to break up compacted soil for better carrot root development!
4. Cabbage – The Hardy, Long-Lasting Staple Crop!
Why Plant It?
Cabbage is cold-hardy, long-lasting, and easy to store, making it a great choice for winter meals.
When to Plant: February – April
Best Growing Regions: Nationwide, except extreme heat zones.
Sunlight Needs: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily).
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist—deep water 2–3 times a week.
How to Plant:
1. Prepare soil with KynoVeg 2.3.4 (25-30 g per m²) for compact, firm heads.
2. Space seedlings 30–45 cm apart for full growth.
3. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and prevent weeds.
4. Harvest when heads are firm and full-sized.
Pro Tip: Cut the main cabbage head and leave the base—baby cabbages will regrow for extra harvests!
Best Companion Plants for Cabbage
Best Partners:
✔ Nasturtiums – Trap aphids & cabbage moths, protecting your cabbage leaves.
✔ Marigolds – Repel nematodes and whiteflies while attracting pollinators.
✔ Beetroot & Spinach – Thrive alongside cabbage without competing for nutrients.
Avoid Planting With:
✖ Strawberries – Cabbage attracts slugs, which can spread to strawberries.
✖ Tomatoes – Compete for space and nutrients, leading to smaller cabbage heads.
Pro Tip: Surround cabbage with aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme to deter caterpillars and aphids naturally!
Best Ever Soup
This nutritious and comforting vegetable soup is perfect for cooler autumn days. Packed with fresh, seasonal veggies, it’s easy to make and full of rich, smoky flavors. Enjoy it as a light meal or serve it with freshly baked bread or roosterkoek for a truly South African touch.
By: Olena Osipov
The Best Vegetable Soup Recipe is hearty and comforting! Packed with veggies, healthy, and easy to make in slow cooker, Instant Pot or on the stove.
Prep: 10minutes mins
Cook: 25minutes mins
Total: 35minutes mins
Servings: 8 servings
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Ingredients
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large onion, chopped
2 large tomatoes, diced (or 1 x 400g tin diced tomatoes)
1 cup sweetcorn (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
1 medium baby marrow (zucchini), diced
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon olive oil or sunflower oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (adds a rich, smoky flavour!)
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
6 cups (1.5 litres) vegetable or chicken stock
Optional toppings:
Grated Parmesan cheese
Plain yogurt or sour cream
Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Stovetop Method
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 30 min
1️ Prepare the base:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2️ Add the seasoning:
Stir in the smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently.
3️ Simmer the soup:
Add the potatoes, carrots, celery, bell pepper, stock, and diced tomatoes. Stir well, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
4️ Add the final veggies:
Stir in the baby marrow (zucchini) and sweetcorn. Cover and let simmer for 5 more minutes.
5️ Finish & serve:
Turn off the heat and stir in the grated garlic and fresh dill. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and a dollop of yogurt or sour cream.
Slow Cooker Method
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 5–10 hrs
1️ Add all ingredients (except zucchini, garlic, and dill) into a slow cooker.
2️ Cover and cook on LOW for 10 hours or HIGH for 5 hours.
3️ Stir in grated garlic and fresh dill just before serving.
👉 For a richer flavour, add 1 small tin (50–70g) tomato paste when adding the stock.
Instant Pot Method
⚡ Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min
1️ Add all ingredients except zucchini, dill, cheese, and yogurt into the Instant Pot.
2️ Close the lid, set pressure vent to Sealing, and press Pressure Cook (High) for 20 minutes.
3️ Do a Quick Release and carefully open the lid.
4️ Stir in zucchini, close the lid, and let sit for 5 minutes.
5️ Add grated garlic and dill, stir, and serve hot!
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Freezer: Cool completely, transfer to a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat: Warm on the stove over low heat until heated through
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups, Calories: 198kcal, Carbohydrates: 40g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 269mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 10g
KynoShrub: Nourish Your Fruit Trees
Autumn is the perfect time to fertilize fruit trees, ensuring they develop strong roots, store essential nutrients, and produce high-quality fruit in winter. While many gardeners focus on spring feeding, applying the right fertilizer in autumn gives trees the boost they need to withstand cooler temperatures, resist disease, and enhance fruit size and flavour.
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Why Fertilizing in Autumn is Essential for Fruit Trees
Fruit trees are still actively growing beneath the soil in autumn, even if their leaves are changing. Feeding them now helps:
✔ Develop strong, deep roots to support heavy fruit loads
✔ Enhance fruit size, sweetness, and quality for winter harvesting
✔ Prepare trees for dormancy by storing nutrients for spring regrowth
✔ Boost disease and frost resistance, reducing stress during colder months
Without proper autumn feeding, fruit trees may struggle to develop fully ripened fruit, leading to smaller yields and weaker growth in spring.
KynoShrub 3.1.5: The Perfect Autumn Feed for Fruit Trees
Fruit trees require a balanced nutrient supply in autumn, and KynoShrub 3.1.5 provides exactly what they need:
🍏 Stronger Root Development – Supports healthy root growth for better nutrient absorption
🍏 Better Fruit Formation – High potassium (K) improves fruit quality, taste, and ripening
🍏 Winter Protection – Enhances tree resilience against frost and disease
🍏 Sustained Feeding – Slow-release nutrients nourish trees throughout autumn and early winter
How to Fertilize Your Fruit Trees with KynoShrub 3.1.5
- Apply 20–50 g per m² around the dripline (not against the trunk).
- Gently work it into the soil and water deeply to activate nutrients.
- Repeat every 4–6 weeks to maintain optimal nutrition throughout the season.
Best Fruit Trees to Fertilize in Autumn for Winter Harvest
Citrus Trees (oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits) – Autumn feeding helps citrus trees develop juicy, flavourful fruit while strengthening branches to support the weight.
Pome Fruits (pears, apples, quinces) – These trees benefit from autumn fertilization to ensure plumper, sweeter fruit and better disease resistance.
Avocados – Deep feeding in autumn promotes healthy root systems and supports winter fruit development.
Fertilizing now means less effort in spring, better fruit in winter, and healthier trees year-round. Give your fruit trees the autumn boost they need with KynoShrub 3.1.5 and enjoy a delicious, home-grown winter harvest!