The Eternal Gardener

February 29th, 2024


Behind Babylonstoren #4: Dr Ernst van Jaarsveld



“Everything starts with stone. Stone becomes soil. The better your soil, the better you ...

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What’s on in November?

November 6th, 2023


It’s spring in the Boland and the garden is buzzing with golden-hued activity. But we’re also taking the time to stop and smell the roses. 

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What’s on in October?

October 9th, 2023


We’re determined to overcome this unwavering winter as the garden ruffles its flowers for Garden Day. Meanwhile, the farm celebrates olives as we enjoy ...

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Be queen or king of your garden – make a flower crown for Garden Day

October 15th, 2018

Garden Day is this Sunday, 21 October! Remember, it’s a day to put away the garden tools and enjoy the hard work you’ve put into your garden all year.

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Get blooming ready for Garden Day 2017!

October 4th, 2017

Time is ticking to get your garden ready for Garden Day festivities. With the success of last year’s first-ever Garden Day we are sure 2017 will be blooming even bigger. Remember Garden Day is a day to put down your secateurs and simply enjoy your garden, no matter its size or shape.

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Hurray for the first national Garden Day!

October 4th, 2016

Most of the year we plant, water, weed and mulch – work, in other words. Garden Day is the day to reap the rewards of our labour. Toss down that spade, invite family and friends around, kick back and appreciate the varied reasons why making a garden is so rewarding!

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