More than ever, the importance of being aware of what foods we are feeding our family’s has become an importance aspect of Calgarian homes. The trend toward planting a home garden has skyrocketed as people are choosing to grow their own vegetables and herbs. Besides ensuring how the produce is grown, consumers are able to save themselves heaps of money. Though Organic produce is worth it, it is very expensive to but it at a grocery store. Now you can grow your own and save the trip to the market.

 

Golden Acre regularly receives fresh shipments of herbs and vegetables. Our selection is huge with hundreds and hundreds of plants available. Everything you need to create your own organic garden.

We carry over 10 varieties of Basil. These include Lemon, African Blue, Cinnamon, Lime, Red, Thai and Sweet basil. There are 14 varieties of Mint to choose from. Some of the most common are pineapple, orange, julep, spearmint and even a special mint made for mojitos! Of course we carry all the basic herbs like chives, cilantro, curry, dill, rosemary, sage ,tarragon…etc. Everything for your culinary desires! If you can get them in time, we also carry herbs gardens ready for pick up. These hot items sell quicker than we can make them so come early.

 

Our pepper selection varies from mild pepper like the Better Belle to hot, hot, hot ones like Jalapeno, Hottie and Cayenne.

 

Nothing beats the taste and smell of a tomato right off the vine! As you might already know, Golden Acre is famous for our tomatoes. From cherry tomatoes such as Sweet 100 and Tumbler, to the larger varieties like Big Beef, we have an excellent selection of tomatoes to choose from. Be the envy of your neighbors.

 

Our vegetables are fresh and lush. Browse through our selection of broccoli, zucchini, cucumbers, cabbage, kohlrabi, cauliflower, lettuce, onions and even sweet potatoes! With much more available you will have to come and see for yourself what your home garden can become!