Homegrown Black Rice: A Complete Guide to Growing, Benefits, Processing, and Cooking
Homegrown Black Rice: A Complete Guide to Growing, Benefits, Processing, and Cooking by Ewa Bekiesch, Permaculture designer, educator, self-sufficient and […]
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Black Rice PLANT – Untreated & Heirloom – Forbidden Rice – Perennial Rice – Oryza Sativa
Black Rice PLANT – Untreated & Heirloom – Forbidden Rice – Perennial Rice – Oryza Sativa
Grow your own superfood at home with this untreated, heirloom Black Rice plant (Oryza sativa), also known as Forbidden Rice. In ancient China, this deep‑purple grain was reserved exclusively for the upper class – hence its legendary name. Today, you can cultivate this beautiful, productive plant right in your own garden, whether you have a sunny backyard bed or a large pot on a balcony.
Black Rice is a fast‑growing grass that can be grown as a perennial in warmer parts of Australia (QLD, northern NSW, NT) or as an annual in cooler regions (VIC, SA, southern NSW). It does not need to sit in water like traditional paddy rice – it thrives in consistently moist, well‑drained soil. Even if you never harvest the grain, the plant itself is strikingly ornamental, with slender green leaves that turn deep burgundy‑purple as the seed heads mature.
Biosecurity restriction (NSW): Due to rice biosecurity zones, these seeds cannot be sent to most of the Murrumbidgee and Murray River regions in NSW. Please check this link here for more info. Do not order if you live within the designated biosecurity zone.
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Black Rice SEEDS – Heirloom & Untreated – Forbidden Rice – Perennial Rice – Oryza Sativa #8
Black Rice SEEDS – Heirloom & Untreated – Forbidden Rice – Perennial Rice – Oryza Sativa
Grow your own superfood from seed with these untreated, heirloom Black Rice seeds (Oryza sativa), also known as Forbidden Rice. In ancient China, this deep‑purple grain was reserved exclusively for the upper class – hence its legendary name. Today, you can cultivate this beautiful, productive plant right in your own garden, whether you have a sunny backyard bed or a large pot on a balcony.
Black Rice is a fast‑growing grass that can be grown as a perennial in warmer parts of Australia (QLD, northern NSW, NT) or as an annual in cooler regions (VIC, SA, southern NSW). It does not need to sit in water like traditional paddy rice – it thrives in consistently moist, well‑drained soil. Even if you never harvest the grain, the plants themselves are strikingly ornamental, with slender green leaves that turn deep burgundy‑purple as the seed heads mature.
Biosecurity restriction (NSW): Due to rice biosecurity zones, these seeds cannot be sent to most of the Murrumbidgee and Murray River regions in NSW. Please check this link here for more info. Do not order if you live within the designated biosecurity zone.
More info below.
Extendable Moss Pole Set – Heavy Duty, Medium Size (65cm x 4cm) for Climbing Plants – Durable PP Plastic – #65×4-2
Extendable Moss Pole Set – Heavy Duty, Medium Size (65cm x 4cm) for Climbing Plants – Durable PP Plastic – #65×4-2
Support your medium-sized climbers with this sturdy, extendable moss pole set. Made from resilient polypropylene (PP), these poles are lightweight, durable, and effortless to assemble. Each set comes complete and ready to use, measuring 65cm in length and 4cm in diameter – perfect for monstera adansonii, scindapsus, ivy, philodendron hederaceum, and other medium vines.
What’s included:
One complete moss pole set (as shown in the product images; the potted plants with different-size poles are just an example).
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Extendable Moss Pole Set – Heavy Duty, Small Size (64cm x 3.5cm) for Climbing Plants – Durable PP Plastic – #64×35-2
Extendable Moss Pole Set – Small Size (64cm x 3.5cm) for Climbing Plants – Durable PP Plastic – #64×3.5-2
Give your smaller climbing plants the perfect start with this compact, extendable moss pole set. Crafted from resilient polypropylene (PP), these poles are lightweight, sturdy, and simple to assemble. Each set comes complete and ready to use, measuring 64cm in length and 3.5cm in diameter – ideal for young monstera, pothos, philodendron scandens, string of hearts, and other petite climbers.
What’s included:
One complete moss pole set (as shown in the product images; the potted plants with different-size poles are just an example).
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Durable Shade Cloth Clips – Fasteners for Tarps, Sun Shades & Garden Covers #20
Black Shade Cloth Clips – Durable PP Round Plastic Fasteners for Sun Shades, Patio Mesh Tarps & Garden Covers
Secure your covers with confidence using our heavy-duty Shade Cloth Clips. Engineered from resilient polypropylene (PP), these reusable fasteners are built to withstand sun exposure, resist cracking, and provide a long-lasting hold. The unique barbed locking mechanism ensures a firm, snap-tight grip that won’t pop open or let go. Featuring a convenient pull-rope hole for easy adjustment and a compact, lightweight design, they’re the perfect solution for anchoring shade sails, patio mesh, garden tarps, and various netting.
The price is for 20 clips.
Hungarian Sweet Capsicum SEEDS – Hardy Variety – Capsicum annuum – Heirloom & Untreated #10
Hungarian Sweet Capsicum SEEDS – Hardy Variety – Capsicum annuum – Heirloom & Untreated
Cultivate a taste of Europe with these reliable Hungarian Sweet Capsicum seeds. This hardy, open-pollinated heirloom variety is prized for producing generous yields of large, thick-walled sweet peppers that mature from green to a vibrant red. Renowned for their exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and versatility, these peppers are perfect for fresh eating, roasting, stuffing, or adding to salads and sauces. For a truly artisanal touch, the fully ripened red fruit can be dehydrated and ground into a fantastic, naturally sweet paprika powder.
It thrives in most regions, including subtropical areas, during hot and humid summers.
Do you need more space to grow food? Check our fantastic extra-large grow bags here.
The price is for 10 seeds.
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Chartreuse Sweet Potato PLANT – Untreated & Heirloom – Lime Green Foliage – Ipomea batatas
Chartreuse Sweet Potato PLANT – Untreated & Heirloom – Lime Green Foliage – Ipomea batatas
Illuminate Your Garden with a Glow of Vibrant, Edible Foliage!
Introducing the ‘Chartreuse’ sweet potato, a stunning and vigorous plant celebrated for its electrifying, lime-green foliage and its value as a nutritious edible green. This ornamental edible creates a luminous, fast-growing ground cover that brightens dark corners, spills beautifully from containers, and provides a steady supply of delicious leafy greens.
A dazzling dual-purpose plant, ‘Chartreuse’ acts like a splash of sunlight in any planting scheme. Its vibrant, heart-shaped leaves maintain their brilliant color even in partial shade, creating stunning contrasts with darker foliage and flowers. When cooked, these same leaves transform into a tender, mild-flavored green, perfect for adding a nutritious boost to any meal.
Do you need more space to grow food? Check our fantastic extra-large grow bags here.
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Purple Raven – Purple Sweet Potato PLANT – Sweet Caroline Raven – Untreated & Heirloom – Ipomea batatas
Purple Raven Sweet Potato PLANT (Ipomoea batatas ‘Sweet Caroline Raven’) – Untreated & Heirloom
Unleash a Cascade of Color and Flavor in Your Garden!
Meet the stunning ‘Purple Raven’ sweet potato, a versatile and vigorous plant prized for its breathtaking, deep purple foliage and delicious edible leaves. This ornamental edible creates a lush, fast-growing ground cover that suppresses weeds while providing a continuous harvest of nutritious greens.
A dual-purpose champion, ‘Purple Raven’ is a visual masterpiece in garden beds, containers, or sprawling landscapes. Its rich, purple-black leaves retain their vibrant color all season long, offering exceptional contrast. When cooked, these leaves become a tasty, nutrient-packed green, similar to spinach, perfect for stir-fries, sautés, and soups.
Please note: This plant is in high demand. Dispatch may sometimes be delayed by up to two weeks.
Do you need more space to grow food? Check our fantastic large grow bags here.
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**Back in Spring** Australian Native Turmeric PLANT – Curcuma australasica – Heirloom & Untreated
Australian Native Turmeric PLANT (Curcuma australasica) – Heirloom & Untreated
A Stunning Native with Culinary & Ornamental Value!
Discover the versatile beauty of our Australian Native Turmeric! This unique Curcuma australasica is a hardy perennial endemic to Northern Australia and Papua New Guinea. While different from the common culinary turmeric (Curcuma longa), this native gem offers its own distinct qualities. It produces spectacular pink and purple flower cones and lush, broad leaves, making it a stunning ornamental plant that also delivers edible benefits. While it loves the heat and humidity of tropical and subtropical climates, it will adapt beautifully to a protected hothouse in cooler parts of Australia.
Do you need more space to grow food? Check our fantastic large grow bags here.
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