He’s not just the root of this movement—he’s the fertilizer too! Mawethu’s green thumb goes beyond gardens: in 2024, he was awarded funding by the BeGreen Entrepreneur Programme for his pioneering work in eco-conscious landscaping and urban greening.
Backed by the drive of Somila Nathi Enterprise (Pty) Ltd, trading as Garden Gents, he sowed the first seeds of The Garden Gents in 2019. Today, it flourishes with his founding team—including the ever-resourceful Shawn—restoring biodiversity one garden at a time.
Follow our gents!At the heart of The Garden Gents is a team of earth-lovers, solution-seekers, and green-visionaries. From transforming barren spaces into edible oases, to pioneering rooftop gardens that stretch the limits of urban greening, our team is united by one mission: to grow communities greener, smarter, and stronger.
Whether it's pruning a hedge or planting a vertical farm, we approach every task with purpose, passion, and a whole lot of compost. Together, we’re not just gardening—we’re cultivating hope, skills, and sustainability across South Africa.