Heirloom Vegetables
Grown in Living Soil • Slow-Grown • Seasonal • Biodiverse • Nutrient-Dense
At Boavida Organics, heirloom vegetables are our passion. We grow every crop in nutrient-rich, living soil. Our methods are regenerative and respect natural ecology. Matthew Berry, with over two decades of experience, is dedicated to rare varieties. He values seed stewardship, biodiversity, and farming focused on flavour. Explore the unique identity and diversity of our heirloom vegetable production here!
What Makes Our Heirloom Vegetables Different
Grown in Living Soil
All vegetables are produced in regenerated, microbially active soil fed with:
- rabbit manure
- chicken manure
- pig-aerated compost beds
- deep compost layers
- mulch and organic matter
- zero chemicals
- no synthetic fertilisers
- no forcing or hydroponic shortcuts
Living soil creates vegetables with:
- deeper flavour
- higher nutrient density
- natural sweetness
- strong structure
- longer shelf life
Part of a Closed-Loop Regenerative System
Vegetables sit at the centre of the entire Boavida Organics ecological model:
Rabbits → manure → tunnels & greens
Chickens → nitrogen → compost → beds
Pigs → soil disturbance → bed formation
Ducks → pest control around moisture zones
Vegetables → offcuts → livestock → fertility → soil
Every action strengthens the system.
Grown for Flavour, Not Supermarket Storage
We prioritise:
- taste
- colour diversity
- nutrition
- real seasonality
Our vegetables are grown for people, not for transport or corporate shelf-life.
Our Vegetables Taste Better
Experience the remarkable difference that decades of heirloom cultivation and regenerative land management make with our vegetables. Grown in living soil and nurtured through a slow growth process, our produce is not only biodiverse but also densely packed with nutrients. When harvested fresh by hand, each vegetable delivers an unmistakable depth of flavor, enhanced by a richer color and a satisfying texture that sets it apart. The genuine aroma captivates the senses, and the extended shelf life ensures that you enjoy incomparable quality for longer. These unique characteristics are a testament to our commitment to sustainable agriculture, reflecting in every bite the artistry of our farming heritage.
A Legacy of Heirloom Cultivation
The Boavida seed heritage began in the early 2000s in KwaZulu-Natal.
Matthew’s heirloom passion — especially for tomatoes — shaped the entire farming philosophy.
Over multiple decades, he has grown:
- rare tomato varieties
- unique peppers
- heritage beans
- African landrace crops
- heirloom squashes
- unusual greens
- traditional root crops
Your seed genetics carry history, diversity, and depth — not commercial uniformity.
Our Tomato Collection — Signature of the Farm
Tomatoes remain a centrepiece of Boavida Organics.
Varieties include:
- deep purple and black tomatoes
- green-when-ripe heirlooms
- pinks, oranges, and yellows
- striped, speckled, marbled varieties
- bi-colours and tri-colours
- rare international cultivars from Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America
Grown in:
- living soil
- tunnels and outdoor beds
- compost-rich systems
- slow-grown conditions
- regenerative rotations
These tomatoes are unmatched in flavour and diversity.
Full Heirloom Vegetable Range
Seasonal Staples
Sweet potatoes
Potatoes (heritage types)
Carrots
Beetroots
Onions
Garlic
Green beans
Runner beans
Heritage peas
Cabbage
Cauliflower
Broccoli
Squashes & Vines
Butternuts
Pumpkins (heirloom + African landrace)
Gem squash
Zucchini
Patty pans
Hard European & African squash varieties
Peppers & Chillies
Sweet peppers (multi-colour)
Banana peppers
Jalapeños
Heirloom chillies
Specialty hot varieties
Root & Storage Crops
Sweet potatoes (signature crop)
Carrots
Turnips
Radishes
Daikon
Kohlrabi
Herbs
Basil
Sage
Thyme
Oregano
Parsley
Rosemary
Coriander
Seasonal herbs
Tunnel & Bed Greens
Standard Greens
Spinach (heirloom varieties)
Swiss chard (multiple colours)
Rocket
Lettuce mixes (heirloom types)
Kale
Mustard greens
Microgreens (future offering)
Asian Greens — Full Range
Tunnel & Bed Greens
We specialise in heirloom Asian greens, including:
Pak choi / Bok choi
Tat soi
Mizuna
Komatsuna
Chinese mustard greens
Asian spinach varieties
Red & green Asian leaf mixes
These greens are:
nutrient-dense
fast-growing (but never forced)
ideal for stir-fries, broths, sautés, and salads
extremely popular with CSA members
They thrive on rabbit manure and tunnel compost systems.
Growing Principles
All vegetables are grown according to regenerative principles:
- seasonal rhythms
- slow-grown cycles
- sunlight-based growth
- veld moisture influence
- compost-rich soils
- hand-harvesting
- minimal tilling
- integrated livestock fertility
- no forcing, chemicals, or artificial inputs
This is real agriculture — not industrial farming.
Availability & Ordering
CSA Members
Apply for membership
Send a WhatsApp message with the word CSA to 063 312 8901 to receive registration form or apply online
Receive confirmation
Membership is first come, first served.
Limited to 25 households to protect land and animals.
Receive 7-10 heirloom vegetables in your basket every week
Collect directly from the farm (preferred).
Seasonal pick-your-own access
We deliver to selected estates in the Hartbeespoort area.
General Customers
Join WhatsApp Group
WhatsApp “General” to 063 312 8901 and we’ll add you to the group for weekly updates on available produce.
Weekly Produce List
Get the weekly produce list, place your order on WhatsApp, and pay easily via EFT.
Bulk sales during abundance.
Collect
Collect directly from the farm.
Seasonal pick-your-own access.
Our Commitment to You
We commit to:
- Real Food
- Ethical Farming
- Seasonally honest production
- Zero Chemicals
- Pasture-raised livestock
- Nutrient-dense vegetables
- Transparent communication
- Consistency and integrity