Margot's Garden Shop
About Margot's Garden Shop
Back Area Gardens in Pinelands is an organic micro-farm and deli operating since 2009, growing most vegetables and herbs on-site at Oude Molen Eco Village while sourcing additional organic produce from small Western Cape farmers. Rated 4.7★ (152 reviews), customers praise the fresh organic vegetables, pasture-reared meats, dairy products, and the on-site Tea Garden serving organic meals and coffee. The shop stocks free-range poultry, locally-sourced condiments, and baked goods, with 95% of inventory sourced from within the Western Cape.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Back Area Gardens' organic produce different from supermarket organic options?
Back Area Gardens grows most of its vegetables and herbs on-site at Oude Molen Eco Village using strict organic methods—no genetically modified seeds, chemical fertilisers, pesticides, or artificial chemicals. The shop sources an additional 95% of inventory from small independent Western Cape farmers, ensuring freshness and supporting local businesses rather than large commercial operations.
When is Back Area Gardens open in Pinelands?
Back Area Gardens in Pinelands operates Wednesday to Friday 10am–5:30pm and Saturday 10am–2pm, closed Sunday through Tuesday. The Tea Garden runs on the same schedule, opening at 10am with last orders at 3:30pm.
How do I place an online order at Back Area Gardens?
Orders can be placed online for collection only (no delivery available). Orders must be submitted by midnight the night before collection. Online ordering windows are Tuesday 1pm–midnight and Wednesday–Friday 10am–midnight. Payment is made upon collection via cash, card, or Snapscan.
Are the meats and dairy at Back Area Gardens ethically sourced?
Yes, all pasture-reared fresh and frozen meat, free-range poultry, and organic dairy products at Back Area Gardens come from farms where animals are free-range and pasture-reared. The shop also stocks vegan cheese alternatives for customers seeking plant-based options.
What can I experience at the Tea Garden in Pinelands?
The Tea Garden at Back Area Gardens serves organic tea, coffee, and freshly prepared organic meals and treats created daily using produce from the shop. Customers can browse the plant nursery, relax in the garden setting with free-roaming chickens and peacocks, and enjoy a complete farm-to-table experience.
How long has Back Area Gardens been serving Pinelands?
Back Area Gardens was founded in 2009 by Margot Neser and has operated at Oude Molen Eco Village in Pinelands for over 15 years. The business evolved from a small organic vegetable operation into a full deli, tea garden, and plant nursery while maintaining its core commitment to fresh, locally-sourced organic food.