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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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 giants of tomorrow

October 9th, 2020






In the winter months on the farm, most of our fruit trees and plants enjoy a well-deserved rest while their ...

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Gardening with Babylonstoren has turned over a new leaf

March 27th, 2018

If you’re an avid gardener you will know about our community-driven gardening app, Gardening with Babylonstoren. Well, the app is turning over a new leaf and is now moving to Candide, a brand new app with a new look, and most importantly, lots of new features.

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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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Become a blooming good gardener with our free app!

August 17th, 2016

Now gardening knowledge and inspiration is at the tip of every green finger. Gardening with Babylonstoren is a new, free app developed by our team. Whether you’re just getting to grips with your pruning shears, or have the best looking garden on the block, this platform will help you become a better gardener.

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Oh, (sweet) potato! How to harvest sweet potatoes

June 15th, 2011

Sweet potatoes have become a pantry staple in many households and also make a recurring appearance on Babel’s winter menu. Read on to discover how ...

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