Nirvana Biodynamics

An opportunity for our Heathfield community to come together to share surplus home grown or homemade produce. 3rd Saturday of the month from 3pm – 4pm at   Nirvana Organic Farm’s classroom 184 Longwood Rd  Heathfield. Dates and times may change according to seasonal conditions and community needs. First swap OCTOBER 20th 2012 COME ALONG AND SWAP Fresh home grown fruit and vegetables Herbs Home Baked goods Homemade jams and preserves Plants, seeds, seedlings and cuttings Or just come along for a chat and a cuppa     Run by local residents totally not for profit no money changes hands no cost, no strings attached everyone welcome   People come to this with a spirit of generosity and community. All produce goes onto a communal table and then we can all take what we would like and what we think is a fair swap. No money is to be exchanged fo...

The first thing you notice about my home vegetable garden is that it is well fenced to keep poultry and dogs out. The large banana passionfruit vine is a good deterrent as they can’t see through and see what they are missing. As you enter there is always a vast array of vegies, some growing, some ready for the table and some going to seed to ensure future crops. Established in 1983 the annual  garden is 10 x 18 m and includes a tool shed (in need of new door!) propagation area, cold frames and its own compost area. THIS VEGETABLE GARDEN IS DESIGNED TO PRODUCE A STEADY SUPPLY OF TOP QUALITY PRODUCE WITH MINIMUM WORK. THE BASIC FEATURES ARE : *PERMANENT RAISED BEDS. The soil from pathways was used to build beds. Each bed is enclosed to keep soil in. The width of the bed ensures easy reach. GARDEN BEDS SHOULD NEVER BE WALKED ON!!!! *VEGETABLES ARE GROWN IN SOIL ENRICHED WITH OUR OWN BIO DYNAMIC COMPOST. * EAC...