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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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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Going, going, green

September 2nd, 2023


We’re committed to recycling, reusing, and continually developing a more reducetarian lifestyle in all aspects of the farm. New developments in this field means ...

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What’s on in May

May 16th, 2023


A determined chill has gripped the Boland air as the farm and garden brace for winter’s full force. In the month of May, autumn ...

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What’s on in February

February 23rd, 2023


Midsummer is the season of abundance on the farm – the annual grape and almond harvests are in full swing, and our gardeners are ...

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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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Bright & Zesty – Citrus Season at Babylonstoren

July 29th, 2020


Babylonstoren’s garden unfolds
into many smaller gardens, each with its own story. One such tale begins
each year with the refreshing aroma of citrus.

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A Life Less Ordinary

December 13th, 2019


Horticulturalist, pruning maestro and, in our view, a botanical alchemist, our beloved Anton Roux recently celebrated a milestone birthday. At 80 years young, his ...

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How to prune your lemon tree

July 15th, 2016

In winter, citrus colours our garden with vibrant pops of yellow and orange. Recipes including these deliciously sour fruits spring to mind and fills our kitchen with ...

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Flu-Fighting Citrus Tea Recipe

May 12th, 2015


During the winter months at Babylonstoren, the lemons, limes, oranges, naartjies, blood oranges and kumquats all ripen in the garden. These punchy Vitamin C-rich ...

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