10 curiosities about our beloved boslelies

September 16th, 2024


The annual clivia flush, when thousands of clivias burst into vibrant hues of red and orange, is an eagerly anticipated event. For its beauty, ...

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What’s on in September

September 11th, 2023


Throw open the windows and let in the light! We’re looking forward to clivias in the colours of the sun and sipping rosé to ...

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An ode to the Babylonstoren Clivia Kings

September 30th, 2021


This year, our clivia exhibition is blooming even brighter thanks to a generous donation of 449 plants from our newest benefactor, Billy Rule. It’s ...

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The clivias at Babylonstoren

August 30th, 2021


The arrival of spring heralds the beginning of clivia season on the farm when thousands of clivias clothe the banks of the stream in ...

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Secret Places

November 6th, 2012

A visit from Giles Guillot – Part ii

April 16th, 2012

Part II of a blog post written by head gardener of Prieuré Notre-Dame d’Orsan, after his stay at Babylonstoren in March. Click here to read ...

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