Babylon

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A very a-peel-ing history

March 25th, 2021


Thanks to patience, a spot of ‘trial and error’ and a dusting of mystery, Babylonstoren is now home to some historic apple species. From ...

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The sweet and the sour

March 9th, 2021


Sour figs are unique to South Africa and probably best known for the tasty jam they make. There’s lots to learn about this succulent ...

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Not just a pretty face

January 13th, 2021


How to use edible flowers







In the middle of the Babylonstoren garden, you will find a colourful ...

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Purple Reign

December 29th, 2020


The vibrant lavender fields at Babylonstoren are truly a sight to behold and the resulting essential oils – distilled and bottled on-site – ...

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The hallmarks of a great MCC

December 23rd, 2020






Learn all about Babylonstoren’s Sprankel MCC.



Nothing suggests a festive mood better than a glass filled with ...

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