In The Press
Woven Cascade
BLOG Woven CascadeA young Norwegian couple relocated to South Africa in 2010 and sourced this property shortly after their arrival. From a single storey house with a swimming pool on ground measuring 753 square metres, the new build now spans a total covered area of...
VISI | Oranjezicht Boutique Hotel | Sweet Escape
Cape Town is one of those places where, if you’re lucky, you can find a property in the suburbs that’s surrounded by nature, has sea views and is located minutes from the city. Camissa House is just that: named after the Khoena word for “the place of sweet waters”,...
In the Green
Thinking about overhauling your garden this spring? Follow these pointers so you don’t outgrow your budget.
The Slopes of Signal Hill – ProLandscaper March 2017
At the first site meeting in winter 2014 to discuss the garden for a new house Chris Maddams of Red Daffodil climbed a steep stretch of muddy hillside, covered in rubble & building material overlooking the city of Cape Town. The idea of a lush garden seemed...
Interview – ProLandscaper
Chris Maddams Owner of Red Daffodil Landscaping and Garden DesignMost referred to gardening book of all time? Paul Bargay's The Balanced Garden Your most inspirational garden? Bablyonstoren Piece of Machinery/Equipment you couldn't do without? Smartphone...
VISI – July 2016 – Wim van Zyl’s secluded garden
Cape Town hairdresser Wim van Zyl has created a secluded garden in the space adjacent to his Vredehoek home. What is the story behind your garden? When I bought my flat I had no access to the garden; I could only see it from my window. So I put in sliding doors to...
Property24.com – November 2015 – 8 Tips for a Waterwise Lawn
Red Daffodil were recently featured on Property 24. Read the full article here: No one should be too surprised by the headlines warning us about drought conditions because South Africa is a fairly arid country. Grass is the cheapest to install but down the...
Luke – Grand Designs Home and Garden Show MC 2015!
We are proud to announce that our very own, Luke from Red Daffodil has been asked to return to the Grand Designs Home and Garden Show, as this year's MC. With his extensive experience in landscaping and intricately-designed open spaces, Luke has a close relationship...
VISI – December 2014 – Manna Bay hotel
Red Daffodil love the photos of one of our latest projects in this month's VISI. Click here to view the full article.
House & Leisure
BLOG House & Leisure Gardening TrendsWhether your green space is an urban enclave or an expansive garden, landscaper Chris Maddams of Red Daffodil offers up 10 trends to look out for during the months ahead… 1. INDIGENOUS TREES These will grow up to become the...