Discover and grow cycads with Babylonstoren

Wednesday, 2 September, 2026
Babylonstoren
TIME:    10h00-15h30
COST:    R1 600 pp
VENUE:    Babylonstoren, Simondium
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Did you know Babylonstoren is home to some of the rarest cycads in the world? Join us in the garden as we explore these living dinosaurs in the garden on 2 September 2026.

Did you know The Garden at Babylonstoren is home to some of the rarest cycads on earth?

Wear your sunhat and comfy walking shoes for this one as we’ll explore the Babylonstoren cycad collection on foot, and get some interesting background on SA’s unique cycad species.

Expert Basie Dreyer will share his tips on the propagation of the plants, pollen collection and handling. We’ll also discuss basic pruning principles, seed treatment and germination collection, treatment and planting of cones.

Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant is included.

Only 16 spaces available.

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