Manzana banana gonna get planted.
Here we have Brazilian aka Apple aka Manzana banana that are going in the ground at Vista Del Mar Farms in Carpinteria. So grateful to @santabarbarablueberries for carrying the vision of growing bananas locally and supporting my Nursery.
These varieties were made popular by Doug Richardson who was one of the pioneers of growing bananas commercially in Santa Barbara County in the 80s and 90s. He had a 5 acre plantation in La Conchita California with over 70 varieties. most of these plants come from his original stock.
Many of the old varieties are unfortunately lost to time, but I am dedicated to gathering as many varieties as possible, to carry that torch forward.
#canoeplants
#banana
#fruit
#organic
#regenerativefarming
Mulberry season has begun. Starting with Shangri La shown here, the earliest and fastest growing of all mulberry trees. Next in line is Pakistani, the King of Fruits.
Mulberries are the best fruit you have never tried, trust me bro.
I have dozens of mature trees ready to plant at the nursery in Carpinteria Ca. HMU.
#mulberry #organic #regenerativeagriculture #trustmebro
Bananas are the worlds’ most popular fruit for a reason. They are delicious, packed with carbs and potassium, and actually quite a hardy plant that is beautiful in the landscape offering tropical vibes.
Did you know you can grow bananas in your own backyard? As long as your spot is relatively frost free, you too can enjoy fresh bananas right from your garden.
Pictured here is the Dwarf Brazilian aka Apple banana grown in Santa Barbara. A selection from Doug Richardson’s famous La Conchita banana farm, which was the only commercial banana plantation in the US back in the day.
Bananas have literally sustained cultures for millennia. They are one of the “canoe crops” along with taro and coconut, that Polynesian explorers would carry in the ballast of their wakas as they crossed unknown oceans in search of new paradises.
So create your own paradise in your backyard, I have multiple varieties in stock now in multiple sizes. Get yer ‘nana on. 🤙🏼
#sborganics #banana #homegrown #organic #permaculture
Putting the crop back in cover crop. Back in March we planted a cover crop @farmhandfoundation innovation farm in Meiners Oaks with a mix of root crops including purple top turnip. Safe to say it was a success, all rain fed. Why not get a food crop while improving soil? #regenerativeagricture #covercrop #stackingfunctions #permaculture #sborganics
SB Organics is hiring! Looking for a motivated and dedicated person with a green thumb to maintain organic vegetable gardens and fruit orchards in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. Must have experience with harvesting, planting, irrigation, pest control, and be willing to do manual labor and lift heavy things. Part time 2-4 days per week. Potential for partnership. DM for more info. Pay DOE.
Stoked to be working on this project in Ojai with @farmhandfoundation@drinktractor
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Welcome to Shangri La, the Abode of the Buddha, Heaven on Earth, the Garden of Eatin’. The #Shangrila #mulberry is the earliest and most precocious mulberry variety there is. Fruiting late March into April, the #fruits are about 1”-1.5” long with a mild sweet flavor and a hint of tanginess. Available now in 2, 5, 15, and 25 gallon sizes. DM on Instagram to order! #sborganics #permaculture #foodforest #organic #regenerativeagriculture
Thanks @apricotlanefarms and @johnschoustra for giving these #pakistanimulberry a new home! I know they will be treated like the royalty they are! For the rest of you’s- I have more trees so don’t stress.
New location same great selection! Its #guava season and we got you covered with 3 kine guava in 5 gallons: tropical white (Krom Thai), strawberry, and pineapple. Come on down and get your guava on! 🤙🏼
Yellow passionfruit available now! Yellow passionfruit are sweeter than the purple variety and have the same beautiful flowers. 1 and 15 gallon size. Also have purple fruiting variety. DM to set up an appointment.
See you there! September 10-12th at Ventura Fairgrounds will be the largest heirloom seed exposition this side of the Pecos! I will have a booth and be speaking about Trees and Agroforestry. Gonna be a whoppin good time!
