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- Tokara’s Open Garden and Rare Plant Fair on Saturday, 8 November 2025 is an annual initiative by owners GT and Anne-Marie Ferreira who open their private grounds to the public as a gesture of welcome to the local community. Since 2018, the day has continued Tokara’s ethos of giving back by supporting Camphill Farm Community, Hermanus. This is a completely NGO-driven initiative in which all proceeds, together with the time dedicated by Tokara staff, are directed to Camphill, inviting visitors to enjoy a memorable day out while making a meaningful contribution.
Alongside specialist growers and Tokara’s immersive gardens, the fair features a contemplative Moss Garden installation by botanical artist Gert van Tonder (@themossmason). Camphill will also host two garden-workshop locations on the estate, where residents and team members will share simple skills, stories from the farm, and offer home-grown goodies, including spices and teas, for purchase. Cashless facilities at these Camphill points will be reinvested back into the community to help strengthen its sustainability.
“When the Ferreiras open their gardens, they’re really opening their hearts,” says Van Tonder.“ Moss reminds us that renewal often begins with tiny threads binding the earth together until whole landscapes come alive again. “This installation is a space to pause with family and friends, and a reminder that caring for things like plants, places, and people is how landscapes and communities endure.”
“Tokara’s support is a thread of giving back that runs through the years,” says Michelle van Zyl, Fundraiser at Camphill. “Every contribution helps transform the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities, ensuring they can live and work with dignity. During the Rare Plant Fair, visitors experience a beautiful day outdoors and they become part of a community that cares.”
Event details
• Date: Saturday, 8 November 2025
• Time: 08:00-16:00 (gates open 08:00; close 16:00)
• Venue: Tokara Wine Estate, Helshoogte Pass, Stellenbosch
• Entry: R60 per person, payable at the gate (no pre-purchase)
• Experiences: Specialist rare-plant sellers; Tokara’s open gardens; Moss Garden; relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere
• The Tokara Delicatessen will be open for breakfast and lunch. It will also curate a picnic offering for two at R650 per basket. Picnics must be pre-ordered at 021 808 5950 or [email protected]
• Various food stalls will be available
• Tokara Restaurant and Tasting Room will also be open, please book in advance at 021 808 2550 or [email protected]
For updates, participating sellers and practical information, visit rareplantfair.co.za.
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Tokara Wine Estate, off R310 Helshoogte Road, 7600 Stellenbosch, South Africa, Hillcrest Berry Orchards, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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