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We have been growing our own plants since 2007 and our fynbos nursery is open to the public to purchase plants.
We are registered with Cape Nature for the growing and selling of indigenous flora and currently supply plants to Landcare (Department of Agriculture) for the rehabilitation of the Breede River.
The Cape Floral Kingdom is renown for its diversity.... come and explore these beautiful plants for yourself.
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BUSINESS HOURS
Monday – Friday: 10.00 –16.00
Saturday: 11.00–16.00
CONTACT
Johann van Biljon
Tel: 023 231 0002 Ext. Environmental Officer
Cell: 072 734 7287
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Incorporating fynbos into your garden -
Fynbos gardening has become increasingly popular with over 9000 species of flowering plants. We can assist you with establishing a cost effective garden.
Fynbos is rich in medicinal and cultural values and still play an important role in various communities. We supply medicinal information on the plants available in our nursery and fynbos garden.
Fynbos gardening assists in rehabilitating the natural environment for insects, animals and us to co-exist in harmony.
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HISTORY
As the legend goes, the kloof behind Waverley Hills had a hot water spring that closed as result of a major earthquake. Rumor has it that the kloof had been an important spiritual place for the Khoi and the San people. One of their rituals they took boegoe (Agathosma betulina) into the fountain to call onto the spirit world for confirmation on specific topics. There are plenty of religious practices associated with these plants, but very few are still in practice.
The old inhabitants of these areas used indigenous plants to make whatever they needed. A few examples are: Protea species (Waboom and Suikerbos) were chosen as fire wood. Wild olives(Olea Africana Europea) was used for bows and hiking or digging sticks. The Voortrekkers used the leaves of the Waboom(Protea Nitida) to make ink and the wood to make spokes for their ox wagon wheels.
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