Our Farm
Our 3.5 acre culinary garden sits on the St. Helena Montessori School and grows unique, seasonally appropriate crops using organic, sustainable techniques. Emphasis is placed on experimentation with new crops and varieties, growing and cultivation methods, and the utilization of all edible portions of the plant through its life-cycle. This production aims to cultivate a broader mission – serving as a direct relationship between the natural landscape, the food system, and the community. This relationship represents not only a respect for the garden as a part of the ecosystem but also the garden as an opportunity for inspiration, health, and education.
From The Farm
“As we approach the official calendar start of summer this month, some of our summer crops are finally starting to bear fruit, but not before bearing flowers. With fruit's official definition as the seed bearing element of plants it might not come as a surprise that these fruits are first preceded by flowers. The flowers of certain summer favorites are not of much culinary interest or are mildly toxic such as tomatoes and eggplants. However other summer fruit flowers are delicious and we harvest them in large quantities every year. Some of our favorites are bean flowers, squash blossoms, and cucumber flowers. Look for these flowers on the menu accompanying their matching fruits or standing alone.” - Zac Yoder, Farm Director