Learn how to mimic nature’s way of building soil fertility – it’s easier than you think and so good for your garden. See exactly how to make and maintain compost heaps; understand carbon and nitrogen ratios, and find out how to brew fascinating micro-organism inoculants. Date: 7 August, 2021 Time: 09:00 – 15:00 Venue: Spier Food Garden, Spier Wine Farm, Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch Cost: R650 per person, including a light vegetarian lunch What to wear & bring: Comfortable waterproof shoes Hat Sunblock […]

You will learn about various sustainable agricultural methods that will empower you to start your own food garden at home. The topics will include an introduction to Permaculture, understanding the role of soil minerals in plant growth, companion planting, beneficial insects and animals in the system, planting seasons and seedling culture. Date: 4 September, 2021 Time: 09:00 – 15:00 Venue: Spier Food Garden, Spier Wine Farm, Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch Cost: R850 per person, including a light vegetarian lunch What to wear & […]

Learn how to sustain your food garden over the long term by propagating plants yourself. This enables a deeper level of engagement and enjoyment in your food garden.  Understand plant propagation 101, collecting plant materials and timings.  Get hands-on experience in making and maintaining plant cuttings and an introduction to grafting. Date: 2 October, 2021 Time: 09:00 – 15:00 Venue: Spier Food Garden, Spier Wine Farm, Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch Cost: R650 per person, including a light vegetarian lunch What to wear & […]