Welcome to VanZylStead
….where urban homesteading meets the embrace of natural living. Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, our homestead is a sanctuary of simplicity and sustainability.
We are firm believers in the power of returning to our roots, cultivating our own nourishment, and cherishing the bounties of nature. Guided by our faith and a deep reverence for the Earth, we strive to live harmoniously with our surroundings, embracing a lifestyle that is both gentle on the planet and enriching for our souls.
Join us on our journey as we share our passion for holistic health, organic gardening, and the pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life.
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Your guide to slow living
What Is Your Veggie Garden Trying to Tell You? Part 1
What Is Your Veggie Garden Trying to Tell You? Part 1: Read the Leaves One thing I do almost every morning is walk through the veggie garden. Sometimes with coffee in hand, sometimes while I’m actually supposed to be doing something completely different, but I always...
Can Growing Your Own Veggies Really Save You Money?
Can You Really Save Money by Growing Your Own Vegetables? One of the questions I get asked quite often is whether growing your own vegetables actually saves you money. And I think it is a very fair question, because if you walk into a nursery today and start adding...
What NOT to Plant in October
October is one of those months when the veggie garden suddenly feels as though everything should be planted. The days are longer, the soil is warming up, seedlings are everywhere in the nurseries, and summer is just around the corner. But just because you can find a...



