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EDIBLE FLOWERS * NATIVE LANDSCAPES * PERMACULTURE DESIGN

Usually we work with flowers but every so often we

Usually we work with flowers but every so often we get the opportunity to work with stones. We just love it, crazy rock people we are. Last week we built a creek bed, and we’re working on these steps and paths. A few before after shots for your perusal.

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Drew Peacock is helping out in the garden today, s

Drew Peacock is helping out in the garden today, such a handsome work mate. #southaustralia #fleurieupeninsula #edibleflowers #peacock

Meet Drew, my gorgeous peacock. This is his scary

Meet Drew, my gorgeous peacock. This is his scary dance to show the cats who is boss around town. Not sure it works so well.

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#Willunga

A day in the life of a flower farm on the Fleurieu

A day in the life of a flower farm on the Fleurieu Peninsula. How blessed are we? You can add some magic to your plate; from us to you via our distributors.
#amjproduce #tonyandmarks #fleurieupeninsula #finediningsouthaustralia #farmlife #southaustralia

The colour, fragrance, beauty and vibrancy in our

The colour, fragrance, beauty and vibrancy in our mixed flower punnet is amazing! These delicate pretty flowers remind us that we are halfway between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox (in pagan Irish culture this is “Imbolc”, a time celebrated for “the seeds of spring are in Mother Earth’s belly”...
So celebrate the coming of spring by adding our sweet flower mix to your plate. A spicy version is in the making too, stay tuned for details!
#tonyandmarks #amjproduce #fleurieupeninsula #finediningsouthaustralia

Lavandula; Lavender...a most divine flower to add

Lavandula; Lavender...a most divine flower to add flavour and prettiness to savoury or sweet dishes and drinks. Known for its calming properties, lavender is grown anywhere with a Mediterranean climate preferably with ocean breezes. So our Southern seaside flower farm naturally produces the finest quality lavender. We sell them by the bunch via our distributors #amjproduce and #tonyandmarks.
#fleurieupeninsula #seesouthaustralia #southaustralia #farmlife #TasteAustralia #finediningsouthaustralia 💜

At last I got to go to Muni. It had been on my Wis

At last I got to go to Muni. It had been on my Wishlist for such a long time and we were not disappointed . In fact, we loved every little bit of it! Really incredible food, so many unique flavours and ingredients, gorgeous service, cozy Saturday night vibe.
Amazing use of local produce too, so creative.  Highly recommend!

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#SouthAustralia
#BuySA

@muni.au

Winter solstice bonfire on the Willunga property.

Winter solstice bonfire on the Willunga property. A time to come together with friends to witness the incredible spectacle and warm ourselves. Burning up years of old wood and returning nutrients to the ground through ash for fertile new beginnings.

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#southaustralia
#nativeplants
#farmlife

After many months of eagerly awaiting their arriva

After many months of eagerly awaiting their arrival we picked up our order from @WollemiNatives today. How exciting! 100% endemic species from the Fleurieu Peninsula. Can’t wait to get these little babies in the ground and watch them grow. Thanks Ange and Peter for growing such a beautiful product.

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#nativeplants

of the week is borage (Borago officinalis)

⭐️ of the week is borage (Borago officinalis) originating in the Mediterranean. The Romans drank wine infused with borage flowers for courage before battle; it made them forget their woes. Ancient text Homer’s “The Odyssey” references borage as a key ingredient in “nepenthe”; a drink that made you brave and merry. Science backs this up with many medicinal benefits; including stress relief and anti-inflammatory effects.
So if you’re feeling “blue” add this beautiful blue (and pink, white or purple) star flower with a delicious cucumber flavour to your dishes and drinks.
⭐️Order through @tonyandmarks Tony & Marks or AMJ Produce⭐️
#edibleflowers #southaustralia #seesouthaustralia #TasteAustralia #finediningsouthaustralia #fleurieupeninsula

⭐️ of the week is borage (Borago officinalis) originating in the Mediterranean. The Romans drank wine infused with borage flowers for courage before battle; it made them forget their woes. Ancient text Homer’s “The Odyssey” references borage as a key ingredient in “nepenthe”; a drink that made you brave and merry. Science backs this up with many medicinal benefits; including stress relief and anti-inflammatory effects.
So if you’re feeling “blue” add this beautiful blue (and pink, white or purple) star flower with a delicious cucumber flavour to your dishes and drinks.
⭐️Order through @tonyandmarks or @amjproduce7553 ⭐️
#edibleflowers #southaustralia #seesouthaustralia #TasteAustralia #finediningsouthaustralia #fleurieupeninsula

Anyone who is little fella is? A Rain Moth perhaps

Anyone who is little fella is? A Rain Moth perhaps? Abantiades atripalpis?
If so he is living up to his title. Gorgeous, timid little fella. Or lassie perhaps?

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#SouthAustralia
#insect
#moth

Calendular officinalis (pot or common marigold). L

Calendular officinalis (pot or common marigold).
Latin “calendulae” means through the months. It’s an old European custom to eat the flower petals regularly to maintain good health through the cold winter. It has many medicinal benefits and can be used in food, drinks, tea, tinctures and even as an eco wedding confetti!
Also known as “poor man’s saffron” for its use in adding colour and flavour to cheese and butter.
Order fresh or dried calendular (marigold) from our distributors @amjproduce7553 produce or @tonyandmarks and utilise this amazing edible herb!
#edibleflowers #fleurieupeninsula #seesouthaustralia
#finediningsouthaustralia #southaustralia

If you’re lucky enough to be eating out in one o

If you’re lucky enough to be eating out in one of South Australia’s lovely restaurants this Mother’s Day you might notice our fancy Fleurieu flowers enhancing your dining experience.

If so, feel free to promote our local business and hashtag us in your gorgeous Mother’s Day pic. #mcmillan_and_drew

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#EdibleFlowers
#finediningsouthaustralia#victoryhotel

It’s autumn cosmos delight. So pretty, so many d

It’s autumn cosmos delight. So pretty, so many different shades of pink and such a lovely gentle flavour.

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#FleurieuPeninsula
#SouthAustralia
#EdibleFlowers
#finediningsa

Another stunning autumn day in the Fleurieu collec

Another stunning autumn day in the Fleurieu collecting and packing yummy flowers.
These pretties (the flowers that is) are off to our wonderful distributors, @amjproduce7553 and @Tony&Marks.

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Well we’ve been busy in gardens since our last p

Well we’ve been busy in gardens since our last post, very busy.
Over several sites in the Fleurieu, with an amazing team of earth lovers, we are pumping out thousands of delightful edible flowers every week.
Join us for our Social Media rebirth , follow our story of edible and native gardens and colourful people. 🌸

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It may still be cool weather but our spring edible

It may still be cool weather but our spring edible flowers have well and truly started. Not just for looks, these little lovelies pack some punch with flavour, from the peppery rocket flowers to the sweet little dianthus and many flavours in between.

Well here we are back on Social Media again after

Had my first online interview today for McMillan &

Had my first online interview today for McMillan & Drew on @ausbiztv Startup Daily talking about native edible gardens. Can’t say I wasn’t a little nervous!
Check it out, we are at about 35 minutes but some great interviews beforehand.

Thanks to @foodfuturescompany for arranging another great opportunity and coaching.

https://www.ausbiz.com.au/media/startup-daily-wednesday-28-october?videoId=5153

#buysouthaustralian #plants #natives #gardents #edible #adelaidefood #fleurieupeninsula #satc #seesouthaustralia #insidesouthaustralia #saweekend #glamadelaide #indigenousfoods
#bushtucker

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#bushtucker

Welcome back to our weekend garden tours. The weat

Welcome back to our weekend garden tours. The weather held out for a leisurely stroll through our garden at @pennyshillwines. We discussed, tasted & collected edible flowers, rare herbs, native produce and wild weeds. Thanks @agriadventures for organising. Stay tuned for future events.

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Autumn pick. I love these colours. #fleurieupenin

Autumn pick. I love these colours.
#fleurieupeninsula #satc #supportlocal #edibleblooms #flowers #eatlocal #pennyshillwines

McMillan & Drew are back. This is our first post a

McMillan & Drew are back. This is our first post after months of social media hibernation!
We hardly even got started a few months back before everything got shut down.
Sarah and I are now focussed solely on growing and designing edible, native and kitchen gardens and this time out has been great for us to plan ahead.
Our central location is in Penny’s Hill Winery where are veggie gardens and flowers are flourishing. Don’t forget the cellar door is open for wine and gin sales.
@Penny’s Hill Winery
#fleurieupeninsula #satc #supportlocal #eatlocal #coronarecovery #pennyshillwines

New to The Farm Gate are these Australian native s

New to The Farm Gate are these Australian native seedlings of edible plants. Thanks to McLaren Vale Natives for the ongoing supply of healthy, happy plants. Pop in and talk to Rachel about growing bush tucker in your own back yard. Easy to maintain, low water needs and bird attracting, these plants also make great Christmas gifts. Lots of succulents and frangipani too.
#buysouthaustralian #fleurieupeninsula #satc #insidesouthaustralia #willungafarmersmarket #saweekend #glamadelaide #seesouthaustralia #seasonal #eatlocal #bushtucker #natives @mclarenvalenatives

Spring has definitely sprung and the blooms are no

Spring has definitely sprung and the blooms are now abundant. Today we have pink and white snap dragons, cuban lillies from the lovely peeps at Willunga Plains Flowers plus our Tussie Mussies. Come in and grab a bunch to brighten your day.

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