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# Peppermint Ridge Farm

Events, workshops, nursery and native foods

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## Posts

- [Bush Food Blog | Celebrating Australian Native Foods](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/bushfoodblog/)
- [Native Australian Teas and Spices - ready to use](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/05/10/purchase-native-australian-teas-spices-use-home/) - View our shop at Peppermint Ridge Farm.
- [Julie's book is available now!](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/09/09/now-available/) - Australian Native Food Harvest: a guide for the passionate cook and gardener Now Available Find inspiration to create your own native food kitchen garden and experience the unique culinary flavours of Australia’s native food plants. They taste great, have amazing health benefits, and grow beautifully in our backyards—so why aren’t we growing and consuming more native
- [Australian Native Bushfood Nursery](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/08/27/australian-native-bushfood-nursery/) - See the range of plants in our Bush Food nursery.
- [Host your next event at Peppermint Ridge Farm](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/08/27/host-your-next-event-at-peppermint-ridge-farm/) - We have several spaces available to suit your next function.
- [Book a table at The Schoolhouse](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2017/02/01/book-table-schoolhouse-cafe/) - The Schoolhouse at Peppermint Ridge Farm is open on select Sundays. Bookings essential--request a booking here.
- [Native Tamarind (Diploglottis campellii) Fruits at Peppermint Ridge](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2017/04/12/native-tamarind-fruits-peppermint-ridge/) - Our native Small Leaved Tamarind has fruited for the first time and we are excited to be able to use the fruit for the first time in the Schoolhouse for our event on April 23. The bright orange juicy flesh makes delicious sauces and jams with a tart and distinctive tangy taste. We plan to make
- [The Low Salt Movement - Part II](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2017/06/13/low-salt-movement-part-ii/) - Last week, we decided to start an online conversation about the adverse reaction to restaurant meals we have had that contain too much salt. Read more about it at the post here. We've received numerous responses in agreement--many people feel the same way! Natalie, a guest at Peppermint Ridge, sums up a sentiment we received via email
- [The Low Salt Movement - Part I](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2017/06/06/low-salt-movement-part/) - Do you love going out for restaurant meals? Do you suffer later from a reaction to heavily salted foods? We really love going out to enjoy someone else’s cooking but we often suffer a reaction from the excessive salt used in the dishes. We can’t sleep, our heart rate is elevated, we are very thirsty and
- [Fresh Honey from Lemon Myrtle Blossoms](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2017/04/17/fresh-honey-lemon-myrtle-blossoms/) - Autumn 2017 has brought our first harvest of lemon myrtle honey from our 3 hives. Many thanks to Meg Platte from the Bunyip Beekeeping Group for setting up and maintaining the hives for us. The honey does have a distinctive floral taste due to the large crop of lemon myrtle flowers that the bees have
- [Making Flour from Lomandra longifolia (Spiny Headed Mat Rush)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2017/03/01/1278/) - Hi again! It was a busy summer here at Peppermint Ridge as we've moved from monthly events to fortnightly lunches on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month (come visit us)! Our native garden is flourishing and we love this time of year as the lemon myrtles are flowering, giving the bees a lovely nectar meal
- [Summer recipe from Peppermint Ridge: Make your own Native Creative Dukkah](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/11/27/summer-recipe-peppermint-ridge-make-native-creative-dukkah/) - We are expecting a bumper harvest here at Peppermint Ridge as the spring rains have given everything a surge. The Finger Lime bushes are heavy with fruit, the Mountain Pepper berries are looking very plump and the Blue Quandongs have fruited for the first time – can’t wait to taste them! We have been testing
- [Coming this September!](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/06/21/preorder-australian-native-food-harvest-guide-passionate-cook-gardener/) - Australian Native Food Harvest: A Guide for the Passionate Cook and Gardener By Julie Weatherhead, Peppermint Ridge Farm Publication: September 2016 Australian Native Food Harvest provides an easy to use guide to our Australian native food plants with their amazing health benefits. It contains lots of ideas on how to create an attractive, sustainable garden that can provide habitat
- [Illawarra Plums - Another Superfood](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2015/07/15/illawarra-plums-another-superfood/) - We have just picked many kilos of our Illawarra plums (Podocarpus elatus). The Illawarra Plum is a small plant indigenous to New South Wales and Queensland. It is also called a Brown Pine and has a false fruit which is a fleshy sweet stalk attached to a big stone which makes it easy to harvest the
- [Homemade Pizzas Featuring Native Australian Flavours](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/06/15/homemade-pizzas-featuring-native-australian-flavours/) - We had a very special family time over the June long weekend. We all worked together to bake pizza in our woodfired oven flavoured with the native food spices of Lemon Myrtle, Mountain Pepper, Native Thyme and Strawberry Gum. These recipes are featured in our new Peppermint Ridge Farm book on growing and cooking with
- [Lemon Myrtle + Ginger Tea: Cold Remedy](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/05/02/lemon-myrtle-ginger-tea-cold-remedy/) - With the latest cold front to arrive, I can definitely tell that winter is coming. And of course, like clockwork, I've come down with a nasty cold to welcome the season. When I got sick as a child, my mum used to make me boiled ginger tea with a squeeze of lemon. At the time, I wasn't
- [Lemon Myrtle Anzac Biscuits Recipe](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/04/25/lemon-myrtle-anzac-biscuits-recipe/) - For Anzac day every year, I make these delicious Lemon Myrtle Anzac Biscuits that add a native Australian twist to this traditional treat. Anzac biscuits were originally sent to soldiers in World War I because they kept long enough to survive the long journey. It has been claimed that the original Anzac biscuits from Queensland actually had
- [Two Accommodation Options for your West Gippsland Getaway: The Haven Country House and Cornucopia Cottage](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/08/27/the-haven-country-house-and-cornucopia-cottage/) - Two accommodation options for your west Gippsland getaway. Just a short walk from Peppermint Ridge Farm. Visit The Haven Country House and Cornucopia Cottage here.
- [Cooking School Experience at Peppermint Ridge Farm](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/04/18/cooking-school-experience-peppermint-ridge-farm/) - We love when our guests write about their experiences online! Rachel visited us recently for one of our bush food cooking classes and blogged about the visit at her website, Reduce Reuse Recycle. We're delighted that Rachel had a great experience and we hope to see her again soon. View the post here: https://reducereuserecycle.me/2016/04/17/cooking-with-bush-foods-peppermint-ridge-farm/ (opens in
- [Hummus Recipe with Mountain Pepper and Lemon Myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/06/23/bush-food-hummus-recipe-mountain-pepper-lemon-myrtle/) - Hummus is one of my favourite fast food treats. I am sharing a much loved hummus recipe that I have created to showcase the wonderful flavours of bush foods. My passion is to encourage people to grow Australian spices in their own backyard - you can then use these native spices in everyday recipes. Experiment with these flavors
- [Strawberry Gum Bliss Balls](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/04/12/strawberry-gum-bliss-balls/) - We have been experimenting with Strawberry Gum (Eucalyptus olida) here at Peppermint Ridge as the dried leaves make a wonderful spice. The fresh leaves are fine to use in cooking too and will keep in a ziplock bag in the fridge for weeks. Strawberry Gum is a very rare tree from Northern New South Wales
- [Strawberry Gum Ice Cream or Custard](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2016/04/13/strawberry-gum-ice-cream/) - Earlier this week, I posted an article about the wonderful flavours and exciting benefits of Strawberry Gum (Eucalyptus olida), including a recipe for my Strawberry Gum Bliss Balls. I'd like to share another one of my favourite Strawberry Gum recipes with you--this one is versatile and can be made into either a custard or ice
- [Life Amongst the Peppermint Gums](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2015/02/23/life-amongst-the-peppermint-gums/) - Life Amongst the Peppermint Gums. Alanna Moore writes about Peppermint Ridge Farm's history, vision, and work. Featured in Permaculture Magazine.
- [Welcome to the new Bushfood Blog!](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/06/07/welcome-to-the-new-bushfood-blog/) - Hello from Peppermint Ridge Farm! We're delighted to begin our first ever blog about bush foods. We're passionate foodies and have grown and cooked with bush foods for more than 15 years.
- [Bush Food Cooking School Recipe: Native Creative Pickled Carrot](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/06/07/bush-food-cooking-school-recipe-native-creative-pickled-carrot/) - Native Creative Pickled Carrot Recipe Today we ran a new cooking school called an Asian Style Lunch with an Australian Twist. After a recent trip to Malaysia and Vietnam, I thought our lovely Australian Spices would fit perfectly with many Asian dishes - the lunch recipes are a result of that thinking. Here is a
- [Fantastic Warrigal Greens](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/06/11/fantastic-warrigal-greens/) - We have been growing Warrigal Greens at Peppermint Ridge for many years and we really enjoy its distinctive flavour. The plant scrambles over the ground and acts as a great ground cover to shade out weeds. If we get too many growing we feed the excess to our chickens and sheep - they love them. You
- [Lemon Myrtle Tea Infusion](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/06/24/lemon-myrtle-tea/) - Lemon Myrtle is a wonderful native spice. We make a delicious Lemon Myrtle Tea Infusion daily and really enjoy the benefits. Here are some quick tips on how to use this bush food: Lemon Myrtle Tea Infusion We make Lemon Myrtle tea everyday - it is very uplifting. All you have to do is to pick
- [Are Bush Foods Superfoods?](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/07/09/bush-foods-superfoods/) - Australian bush foods show tremendous potential in many ways particularly in providing health benefits, so I think they could be superfoods. Testing at the CSIRO and comparing to Blueberry has revealed that plants such as Lemon Myrtle, Anise Myrtle and Mountain Pepper (these grow well in Victorian gardens) contain high levels of antioxidants, Vitamin E, Vitamin
- [New Bush Food Spice Mix and Slow Winter Soup](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/08/10/new-bush-food-spice-mix-and-slow-winter-soup/) - We continue to experiment with our Australian Spices, full of flavour and punch and then add all of those vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and lutein (keeps your macular healthy) how can you lose? We have been blending the spices and have some great combinations. Our favourite at the moment is Mountain Pepper and Lemon Myrtle. Add
- [Great new bushfood mushroom sauce](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/09/09/great-new-bushfood-mushroom-sauce/) - My aim is to encourage foodies and gardeners to plant Australian herbs and spice plants into their own gardens and have them ready to harvest every day. I have been using Lemon Myrtle and Mountain Pepper in a wide range of dishes to great effect. I have found the best way is to grind both
- [Experimenting with Bush Food at Peppermint Ridge Farm's Native Creative Cooking School](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/11/12/experimenting-with-bush-food-at-the-native-creative-cooking-school/) - We are always thinking up new ideas here at Peppermint Ridge for using bush foods to encourage others to put these wonderful plants in their gardens. We know that as soon as we increased the diversity of plants in our gardens the diversity of native animals and insects increased too. We now have an exciting
- [Finger Limes and Mountain Pepper growing well at Peppermint Ridge](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2014/12/10/finger-limes-and-mt-pepper-growing-well-at-peppermint-ridge/) - This new summer rain has given a great growth boost to our bush food plants. We will have a great crop of finger limes and mountain pepper and the new anise myrtle plants are growing fast in their pots. I have been experimenting with grinding up the fresh leaves of our native herbs with salt and
- [Having your bush food garden and eating it too!](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2015/01/06/having-your-bush-food-garden-and-eating-it-too/) - The bush food garden here at Peppermint Ridge Farm continues to thrive and we are enjoying watching all of the fruits fatten and the edible leaves glowing. The anise myrtle has a particular secret. If you eat the the new red leaves you will discover they taste like a soft sweet licorice lolly but without
- [Autumn bush food cropping at Peppermint Ridge Farm](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2015/04/29/autumn-bush-food-cropping-at-peppermint-ridge-farm/) - Autumn is my favourite time of year at the farm as the days are mild with light soaking rain and the weather very settled. The light seems different and the slanting afternoon light is wonderful viewed from the terrace. The bush food garden is looking its best and with all three layers now well grown
- [Slow Roasted Beef Short Ribs: Cooking with Australia's Bush Foods](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2015/08/10/slow-roasted-beef-short-ribs/) - I love experimenting with our wonderful bush foods. It is so easy to invent new dishes if you have the plants growing in your garden - just like the other herbs we are used to growing. Many of them like to grow in pots so you can keep them close to the kitchen door -
- [Peppermint Ridge Farm Nominated for Farming Award](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/2015/02/23/peppermint-ridge-farm-nominated-for-farming-award/) - We are very excited to have been nominated for a farming award through the Weekly Times Coles 2014 Farmer of the Year Award! Follow the link to read the article about Peppermint Ridge Farm that appears in the August 14 2014 edition of the Weekly Times. Agriculture and Culture Collide at Peppermint Ridge Farm in

## Pages

- [Peppermint Ridge Farm: Australian Native Food Experiences](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/) - We are passionate primary producers committed to growing quality food sustainably and in harmony with our environment. Peppermint Ridge Farm in Tynong North has been growing and cultivating a wide range of Australian native bushfood and botanical plants for over twenty five years.
- [Native Food Plant Nursery](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/native-food-plant-nursery/) - Our nursery stock Our specialist Native Food Nursery stocks a wide range of edible Australian native bush food and botanical plants, including a number of rare species like Strawberry gum, Small leaved tamarind, male and female Illawarra Plum and male & female Mountain Pepper. We supply a wide range of native foods plants for school
- [About](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/about/) - Peppermint Ridge Farm is an eight hectare property nestled in bushland close to Bunyip State Park. It has been transformed since 1985 into a Living Classroom with a focus on sustainability, native food production and the value of Australia's native plants in landscape design. Our vision is to establish a productive and sustainable approach to
- [Fresh Produce](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/fresh-produce/) - We grow and sell seasonal produce including Illawarra plums, Mountain pepperberries, finger limes and small leafed tamarind fruit. These are listed on line as they become available. We can also supply restaurants and cafes. Please contact us for further information about larger quantities. Sorry, we couldn't find any products. Please try a different search.
- [Workshops](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/workshops/) - Sorry, we couldn't find any products. Please try a different search.
- [Tour & Taste](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/tour-taste/) - Enjoy one of our unique and popular Tour and Taste Events, (check the 2025 dates) featuring guided tours of the Living Heritage Centre and our established native bushfood garden, followed by lunch in the Schoolhouse Café. Our tour and taste experiences are a great way to learn more about Australia's unique bushfoods. We are licensed
- [Native Pantry Cooking School](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/experiences/bush-food-cooking-class/) - Join our signature bush food cooking class! Our Native Pantry Cooking School is designed for foodies who love to cook at home. Classes will demonstrate how easy it is to incorporate the sensational flavours of Australia's native foods such as lemon & anise myrtle, strawberry gum, mountain pepper and native mints into your home cuisine.
- [Interpretive Native Plant Signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/interpretive-native-plant-signs/) - Our native food garden interpretive signs are designed to inform the garden visitor about the name of the plant (common and Latin), its origin, growth habit, which part is eaten and culinary uses. A native food plant needs to be identified so that the visitor can tour the garden learning as they go. Highly recommended
- [Teas & Spices](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/teas-spices/) - Native Teas and Spices from the farm - Gippsland Trusted Provenance If you don't have a green thumb, but would still like to cook with the flavours of fresh native Australian plants like lemon myrtle, mountain pepper, native thyme, native oregano, anise myrtle and strawberry gum, don't worry! We grow and supply native spices and
- [Consulting Services](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/consulting-services/) - Our extensive and diverse backgrounds include over twenty five years experience in environmental science, sustainability, land management, community development, and project management. We provide a range of consultancy services to a private clients, schools and organizations. We have worked for clients on many projects including: Kitchen and bush food garden design and planting for community
- [Contact](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/contact/) - Please feel free to contact us for more information on or events, products or to discuss your needs. Julie and Anthony Email: info@peppermintridgefarm.com.au Phone: Address: 540 Tynong North Road, Tynong North VIC 3813 Melways: Map 304 Ref: H7
- [School Excursions for Food Studies Students](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/consulting-services/school-food-studies-students/) - We have built a strong reputation for our specialised, tailored programs for students studying Year 11 and 12 Food Studies and TAFE Certificate 3 & 4 Commercial Cookery courses. Over the past decade, we have developed hands on learning experiences that include guided tours of the native foods display garden, an introduction to the culinary
- [Events and Workshops](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/events-workshops/) - Tour and Taste Lunches Our regular Tour and Taste lunches provide food for the brain and stomach! They commence with a guided tour of our Cornucopia Australis exhibition on Australia's early history. The exhibition features a wonderful mural painted by Aboriginal artists Aunty Eileen Harrison and Jenny Murray-Jones. The exhibition is located at Cornucopia,
- [Native Foods Tour & Taste Lunch Menu Sample](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tour-taste-menu-sample/) - Each Tour and Taste event will feature a set menu designed around our latest harvest featuring a selection of our favourite native spices, herbs, vegetables and fruits grown here at the farm. The following is a sample menu from one of our 2024 lunches. Starter tasting platter House made sourdough bread with native thyme |
- [Schoolhouse Café at Peppermint Ridge Farm](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/experiences/) - Our Schoolhouse Cafe is a spacious, refurbished space that has given new life to the old Nar Nar Goon North Primary School, ca 1929. Nestled into the landscape, the cafe looks out onto the native food garden display garden and beyond to the Bunyip State Park. We moved the building to the property in 1997,
- [Terms of Service](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/terms-of-service/) - This website is operated by Peppermint Ridge Farm Pty Ltd. Throughout the site, the terms 'we', 'us' and 'our' refer to Peppermint Ridge Farm. Peppermint Ridge Farm offers this website, including all information, tools and services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies and notices stated
- [Living Heritage Centre](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/experiences/living-heritage-centre/) - Cornucopia Living Heritage Centre The Living Heritage Centre houses the Cornucopia Australis exhibition. The exhibition, developed over many years, provides a fascinating insight into Australia's rich environmental and cultural history. Consisting of interpretive panels and artefacts, the exhibition takes visitors on a journey through Australia's environmental history from the time of Gondwana to
- [Education](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/education/) - " A living classroom providing hands on learning through engaging bushfood experiences". Is your school, kindergarten, TAFE or community group looking to develop a native bushfood garden or learn how to utilize native bushfoods in the kitchen? With over 25 years experience in environmental science, sustainability, community and project management, Julie and Anthony offer a
- [Shop](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/shop/)
- [History of Peppermint Ridge Farm](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/about/history-of-peppermint-ridge-farm/) - Nestled beneath the Weatherhead Range, Peppermint Ridge was first named by Julie's father Max Weatherhead. Max loved the endemic species of narrow and broad leaved peppermint eucalypt trees that grow on the property. The property was then part of the Weatherhead family farm at Tynong North. The peppermint produces a high quality eucalyptus oil and
- [Privacy Policy](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/privacy-policy-2/) - Peppermint Ridge Farm Pty Ltd ('we' or 'us') respects the privacy of individuals. This policy sets out the way we collect, hold, disclose, use and protect your personal information. By visiting our website (including by using an application on a smart device), placing an order with us or providing us with your personal information, you agree to your personal
- [Build your own Experience Package](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/experiences/packages/) - Get together a group of family and friends and celebrate your next special occasion at Peppermint Ridge Farm! Organise your own workshop or foodie event. Choose from our selection of workshops including Organic Vegetable Growing, Native Foods for your Backyard, or a Native Creative Cooking School class. We can help organise that special occasion for you.
- [Create your own experience at Peppermint Ridge!](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/experiences/create-your-own-experience/) - Looking for a different experience to celebrate that next special occasion with family and friends? Why not. Contact us to discuss your special event? Private catering Let us host your special occasion and develop a menu tailored to your tastes and inspired by unique bush food flavours. You can also arrange a guided tour of the
- [Testimonials](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/about/testimonials/) - Check out this from Broadsheet https://www.broadsheet.com.au/melbourne/travel/article/bookmark-eight-lesser-known-wonders-gippsland Native Foods Cooking Class held August 19 2018 My daughter Sam and I attended a Cookery class yesterday to learn more about the use of Native Food Plants. It was four hours of absolute bliss. Julie not only took us on a stroll through the gardens to touch and
- [Press](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/about/peppermint-ridge-farm-in-the-news/) - Peppermint Ridge Farm featured in the news: Rural Victoria has some great cooking schools to tuck into, The Weekly Times, February 6 2019. Book offers a guide to growing edible natives, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, 24 March 2017. Native Food Harvest, Gippsland Country Life Magazine, Summer 2016. Book serves up garden secrets, Berwick Gazette, 24 November
- [Our Vision](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/about/our-vision/) - Peppermint Ridge Farm is an eight hectare property nestled in bushland close to Bunyip State Park. It has been transformed over 25 years into a Living Classroom with a focus on sustainability and the value of Australia's native plants in landscape design. We offer a wide range of Taste, Learn, See experiences - Attend one of our
- [Menu Inspiration](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/menu-inspiration/) - Here are some of the dishes we serve at our Tour & Taste events. Our produce is seasonal so menu items are always changing. TASTING PLATTER House made, cold fermented native thyme sourdough bread made with Tuerong flour (V) Finger lime and native celery seed dukkah. (V/GF) Native Creative Hummus with lemon myrtle and mountain
- [Recipes](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/recipes/) - Mains and Soups Slow Roasted Short Ribs with Bush Foods Slow Winter Soup Entrees and Side Dishes Hummus with Mountain Pepper and Lemon Myrtle Native Creative Pickled Carrot Strawberry Gum and Port Poached Illawarra Plums Sauces and Spice Mixes Illawarra Plum Sauce Bushfood Mushroom Sauce Bush Food Spice Mix
- [Archives](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/about/archives/) - Archives: see Peppermint Ridge Farm's journey from its opening in 1996 to today. Under Construction! Please check back soon for more.

## Products

- [Australian Native Food Harvest 2nd Edition 2023](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/australian-native-food-harvest-2nd-edition-2023/) - Australian Native Food Harvest: A Guide for the Passionate Cook and Gardener provides practical advice for growing, harvesting, and using Australian native plants in the garden and kitchen, whilst exploring Australia’s lost opportunities to fully appreciate the wealth of traditional knowledge in relation to the uses of its native plants. Please contact us with any queries if you need assistance with your purchase.
- [Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolata) Male](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/mountain-pepper-tasmannia-lanceolata-male/) - Tubestock of male Mountain Pepper - You will need both a male and female plant if you want the berries. Select either a male or female plant or both. The Mountain Pepper leaves contain more of the hot pepper oil polygodial and the associated health benefits compared to the pepperberries which are borne on the female plant. Culinary tip: chop the fresh leaves finely and add to any dish to give a pepper zing.
- [Strawberry Gum (Eucalyptus olida)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/strawberry-gum-eucalyptus-olida/) - Strawberry Gum is a rare and attractive small tree to 8 mt. with grey green leaves and large white cluster of flowers. The leaves contain a highly aromatic oil that acts as a flavour enhancer for sweet or savoury dishes. Please note that natural variations occur in oil content per plant. Please note plants can be susceptible to fungal attack and must be treated with anti fungal spray when young.
- [Mountain Pepper Berries](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/mountain-pepper-berries/) - Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolate) is a wonderful spice to add to your kitchen condiments. The berry has a delightful hot pepper/chilli flavor that lingers as an aftertaste – we call it botanical heat ! Grind the berries into any dish savoury or sweet for a flavour boost. We add it to ground lemon myrtle leaf, and ground saltbush and use as a rub or marinade for roasting meats and vegetables. Add it to vinegrettes and sauces, curries, cheeses and oils. Try adding some to your favourite chocolate recipe – a great combination. Mountain Pepper berry is high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. For example, the berry compared to blueberry has 2 times the antioxidants, 10 times the vitamin A, 3.7 times the calcium,3.6 times the magnesium and 3.9 times the iron. The berries are also highly antimicrobial and therefore could be beneficial to human health by assisting in keeping a healthy microbial balance in the human gut. (Ref: Weatherhead, J, Australian Native Food Harvest – a guide for the passionate cook and gardener, 2023) Our Mountain Pepper Berries contains only pure mountain pepper berry grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural.
- [Geraldton Wax (Chamelaucium uncinatum) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum-tubestock/) - Tubestock of Geraldton Wax. Add colour and flavour to your garden with this standout plant from WA. Geraldton Wax is a handsome addition to any garden with long lasting bright pink flowers and citrus tasting needle like leaves.
- [Warrigal Greens (Native Spinach) Tetragonia tetragonoides (Tubestock)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/warrigal-greens-native-spinach-tetragonia-tetragonoides-tubestock/) - Native spinach that will spread out to 2 metres. Prefers some shade but will thrive in full sunlight with summer watering. High in vitamins and minerals. Use the fresh or blanched in salads, pesto and can be substituted for english spinach and silver beet.
- [Finger Lime (Citrus australasica) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/finger-lime-citrus-australasica-tubestock/) - Tubestock of finger lime available. The fruits of these plants are red and ready to plant out, fruiting should happen in 1 - 2 years. WE CAN ONLY SUPPLY FINGER LIME TO EASTERN STATES.
- [Fast/Delicious Sourdough Bread Saturday May 23 2026](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/fast-delicious-sourdough-bread-may-23-2026/) - Julie has been baking delicious slow fermented native thyme flavoured sourdough breads for our events for over twenty years. Our Tour and Taste lunch customers rave about our bread, often wanting to buy some to take home! Julie will share her secrets in how to make perfect crusty sourdough bread with minimum effort. This fast bread method requires little time investment compared to other methods but still produces delicious sourdough. You will learn how to make the loaf from the beginning and then get to take home some starter so you can start making your own loaves from the class notes provided. We will bake a loaf together and enjoy it for morning tea. Julie will also share how to make delicious yoghurt at home for a fraction of the price of store bought yoghurt. Class includes a forage tour of the native foods forest to gather the ingredients. Class will run from 10.00am to 12.30pm. Our native foods shop and nursery will be open with a wide range of native food plants and teas and spices available for purchase on the day. Our native foods shop and nursery will be open with a wide range of native food plants and teas and spices available for purchase on the day.
- [Small Leaved Tamarind Fruit](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/small-leaved-tamarind-fruit/) - Small Leaved Tamarind fruit picked fresh from our gardens and snap frozen. We express post to you anywhere in Australia. Contact us on 0400 420 570 or email info@peppermintridgefarm.com.au to arrange farm pick up. This delicious sour fruit comes alive with a little sugar. A taste all of its own - we make infused gins, cordials, savoury jams. dressings, sorbet, ice cream - the possibilities are endless. Choose your size. Contact us to buy more than 500g.
- [Finger Lime Fruit Frozen](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/finger-limes-frozen/) - Finger lime fruit picked fresh from our gardens and snap frozen. We express post to Eastern states in Australia only. Contact us on 0400 420 570 or email info@peppermintridgefarm.com.au to arrange farm pick up. Described as citrus caviar, the finger lime has a tangy, citrus flavour. Great with seafood/cocktails or with any foods that need a dash of lime!
- [Tour and Taste Event Sunday June 14 2026](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/tour-and-taste-event-sunday-june-14-2026/) - Join us for our popular Native Foods Tour and Taste experience on Sunday June 14. We have been running these immersive and unique events for over twenty years. The day includes two guided tours and four course lunch for an experience designed to excite you about Australian native bush foods.
- [Warrigal Greens (Native Spinach) Tetragonia tetragonoides](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/warrigal-greens-tetragonia-tetragonoides/) - Native spinach that will spread out to 2 metres. Prefers some shade but will thrive in full sunlight with summer watering. High in vitamins and minerals. Use the fresh or blanched in salads, pesto and can be substituted for english spinach and silver beet.
- [Native Oregano (Prostanthera rotundifolia)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-oregano-prostanthera-rotundifolia-2/) - Add Native Oregano to your Native Food Kitchen garden to flavour your dishes and boost your health with this native aromatic all year round! Learn more on how to grow Native Oregano and its health benefits in Julie's book : Australian Native Food Harvest - a guide for passionate Cook and Gardener Farm pick up is available.
- [Davidsons Plum (Davidsonia jerseyana)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/davidsons-plum-davidsonia-jerseyana/) - Davidson 's Plum is available in 14cm pots for. Available by pick up from the farm.
- [Old Man Saltbush (Atriplex nummularia)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/old-man-saltbush-atriplex-nummularia/) - Hardy small shrub with leaves imparting a salty flavour. Also dries well for storage. Farm pick up is also available or by courier. Call the farm on 0400 420 570 to arrange a pick up time.
- [Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolata) Female](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/mountain-pepper-tasmannia-lanceolata-female/) - Tubestock of Female Mountain Pepper - You will need both a male and female plant if you want the berries. The Mountain Pepper leaves contain more of the hot pepper oil polygodial and the associated health benefits compared to the pepperberries which are borne on the female plant. Culinary tip: chop the fresh leaves finely and add to any dish to give a pepper zing.
- [Muntries (Kunzea pomifera) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/muntries-kunzea-pomifera-tubestock/) - Muntries are ground covers or more upright plants producing delicious fruits tasting of apple and cinnamon. Hardy plant suitable for most conditions.
- [Native Thornless Raspberry (Rubus rosifolius)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-thornless-raspberry-rubus-rosifolius/) - A small bush to 1mt with sweet red berries and white flowers. May produce suckers. The leaves can be used to make a nutritious tisane. Suitable for pots, prefers a sheltered location.
- [Native Thyme (Prostanthera incisa)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-thyme-prostanthera-incisa/) - Plant some Native Thyme in your own Native Food Kitchen garden to flavour your dishes and boost your health with fresh native aromatics all year round! Grows to a small shrub with highly aromatic leaves. Learn more about how to grow Native Thyme and its health benefits in Julie's book: Australian Native Food Harvest - a guide for passionate Cook and Gardener.
- [Advanced Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/advanced-lemon-myrtle-backhousia-citriodora-65/) - We currently have advanced plants in 20 cm pots, approx 80 - 100cm tall. Limited numbers.
- [Finger Lime (Citrus australasica)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/finger-lime-citrus-australasica-10/) - Cutting grown stock will be available in 14 cm pots. Finger limes in stock are red or green and all are high in vitamin C. WE CAN ONLY SUPPLY FINGER LIME TO EASTERN STATES.
- [Midyim  (Austromyrtus dulcis) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/midyim-austromyrtus-dulcis-tubestock/) - Tubestock available 0f this hardy small herb bearing sweet white berries with purple spots in Autumn. Plant a few as an edible edge for your garden. Prefers a semi shaded position.
- [Muntries (Kunzea pomifera)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/muntries-kunzea-pomifera/) - Muntries are ground covers producing delicious fruits tasting of apple and cinnamon.
- [Muntries (Kunzea pomifera) Advanced](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/muntries-kunzea-pomifera-advanced/) - Advanced upright small shrub type in 30cm pots 1mt tall producing delicious fruits tasting of apple and cinnamon. Hardy plant does best in full sunlight. Please note due to the advanced size this plant cannot be posted. Farm pick at Tynong North only.
- [Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolata) Male](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/mountain-pepper-tasmannia-lanceolata-male-2/) - Male Mountain Pepper plants in 14 cm pots- You will need both a male and female plant if you want the berries. The Mountain Pepper leaves contain more of the hot pepper oil polygodial and the associated health benefits compared to the pepperberries which are borne on the female plant. Culinary tip: chop the fresh leaves finely and add to any dish to give a pepper zing.
- [Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolata) Female](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/mountain-pepper-tasmannia-lanceolata-female-2/) - Female Mountain Pepper in 14cm pots. You will need both a male and female plant if you want the berries. The Mountain Pepper leaves contain more of the hot pepper oil polygodial and the associated health benefits compared to the pepperberries which are borne on the female plant. Culinary tip: chop the fresh leaves finely and add to any dish to give a pepper zing.
- [Illawarra Plum (Podocarpus elatus) Male](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/illawarra-plum-podocarpus-elatus-male/) - Male Illawarra Plum plants in tubestock. Great for creating edible hedges. A dense large shrub when grown in Victoria. Note: Podocarpus elatus is dioecious, meaning you will have to have both a male and female plant to produce fruit. We can express post to Eastern states and SA. Farm pick up is also available.
- [Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/lemon-myrtle-backhousia-citriodora/) - Lemon Myrtle is one of the most popular native food plants - lemon citral oil in the leaves is highly antioxidant and anti microbial - a plant to boost your gut health. Add the leaves to your food and make teas to get the health benefits. Grows to about 3-4 metres in Victoria unless pruned to lower heights. Has large display of creamy flowers that attract native insects and honey bees. Very attractive garden plant for infill and screening. Prefers a sheltered position, summer watering needed for maximum growth. New growth can be frost tender.
- [Illawarra Plum (Podocarpus elatus) Female](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/illawarra-plums-podocarpus-elatus-female/) - Note: Podocarpus elatus is dioecious, meaning you will have to have both a male and female plant to produce fruit. We can supply male or female plants - they are cutting grown. Farm pick up is also available or by courier. Call the farm on 0400 420 570 to arrange a pick up time.
- [Midyim (Austromyrtus dulcis)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/midyim-austromyrtus-dulcis/) - A hardy small herb with sweet white berries in Autumn – a great edging plant.
- [Yam Daisy Microseris scapageria](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/yam-daisy-microseris-scapageria/) - Yam Daisy (Microseris scapageria) occurs in Victoria. It was an important food, cultivated by first nations people and contains inulin which can help regulate blood sugar levels. Grows easily from seed and can naturalise in gardens. Related to dandelions.
- [Native Pantry Cooking School Sunday May 24 2026](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-pantry-cooking-school-sunday-may-24-2026/) - Join Julie Weatherhead – author of Australian Native Food Harvest – a guide for the passionate cook and garden in the schoolhouse kitchen to learn some of her secrets gained from over 25 years’ experience in cooking with native foods. Find out how to incorporate these wonderful flavours into your everyday cooking. The class runs from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The class covers: A harvest tour of the native foods forest gathering the produce used in the class, learning about the health and culinary benefits of the plants, working as a team using the plants to make dishes highlighting their unique flavours and tasting all of the dishes produced. All of the dishes will be vegetarian. Our native foods shop and nursery will be open with a wide range of native food plants and teas and spices available for purchase on the day.
- [Strawberry Gum + Orange Pekoe Tea](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/strawberry-gum-orange-pekoe-tea/) - A blend of Strawberry gum leaves hand picked and grown at Peppermint Ridge Farm, and orange pekoe tea leaves from Sri Lanka. The Strawberry Gum infuses a mellow flavour to the Orange Pekoe tea leaf, reminiscent of vanilla and strawberry. Best enjoyed as a black tea. Strawberry gum leaves are high in antioxidants and also contain chemicals that are antimicrobial against foodborne human pathogens, food spoilage bacteria and yeast and therefore will assist in keeping microbial balance in the human gut.
- [Small Leaved Tamarind (Diploglottis campbellii)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/tamarind-small-leaved-diploglottis-campbellii/) - 14cm pots. Rare native Tamarind small tree or large shrub in Victoria. Very rare in original habitat on the border for NSW & QLD. Related to the Lychee, it has delicious bright orange sour fruits which fall to the ground when ripe so makes for easy harvesting. Proven to be drought and frost tolerant in our gardens. Use the fruits to make delicious dressings, jams, jellies, drinks etc.
- [Native Thyme (Prostanthera incisa) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-thyme-prostanthera-incisa-tubestock/) - Tubestock available of this small shrub with vibrant purple flowers similar to the native oregano, but the flavour is more mellow than the oregano. Highly aromatic leaves used for any dish to replace thyme, great in breads, with meat or vegetable dishes. Prune 1/3 off every year to keep a compact shape.
- [Vanilla Lily (Arthropodium milleflorum)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/vanilla-lily-arthropodium-milleflorum/) - Vanilla lily has a crisp white edible tuber, great for salads and stir fries. Attractive vanilla coloured flowers.
- [Old Man Saltbush (Atriplex nummularia)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/old-man-saltbush-atriplex-nummularia-2/) - Tubestock. Hardy small shrub with leaves imparting a salty flavour. Also dries well for storage. Express Post, farm pick up is also available or by courier. Call the farm on 0400 420 570 to arrange a pick up time.
- [Native Sea Celery (Apium annum)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-celery-apium-annum/) - Sea celery produces edible stalks and leaves with a distinctive celery flavour. A great addition to herb gardens.
- [Native Sea Celery (Apium annum) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-sea-celery-apium-annum/) - Tubestock of Sea celery is available . This small plant produces edible stalks and leaves with a distinctive celery flavour, the seeds had a delicious celery flavour too. A great addition to herb gardens.
- [River Mint (Mentha australis)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/river-mint-mentha-australis/) - A highly aromatic ground cover herb that is very popular plant for a kitchen garden and creates a nice border. River Mint can be substituted for Persian Mint. High in antioxidants and is antimicrobial – so good for gut health. We use River Mint in sauces, fritattas and pannacotta.
- [Lemon Myrtle Tea](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/lemon-myrtle-tea-2/) - An aromatic and calming herbal tea with refreshing sweet notes and a soothing hint of citrus. It's caffeine free, and full of vitamins, minerals, and free-radical fighting antioxidants–perfect to sip at the end of a long day. Our Lemon Myrtle Tea only contains pure lemon myrtle grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural.
- [Geraldton Wax (Chamelaucium uncinatum)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/geraldton-wax-chamelaucium-uncinatum/) - Add colour and flavour to your garden with this standout plant from WA. Geraldton Wax is a handsome addition to any garden with long lasting bright pink flowers and citrus tasting needle like leaves. Available in 14cm pots. Farm pick up is available.
- [Native Pantry Cooking School Saturday June 20 2026](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-pantry-cooking-school-saturday-june-20-2026/) - Join Julie Weatherhead – author of Australian Native Food Harvest – a guide for the passionate cook and garden in the schoolhouse kitchen to learn some of her secrets gained from over 25 years’ experience in cooking with native foods. Find out how to incorporate these wonderful flavours into your everyday cooking. The class runs from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The class covers: A harvest tour of the native foods forest gathering the produce used in the class, learning about the health and culinary benefits of the plants, working as a team using the plants to make dishes highlighting their unique flavours and tasting all of the dishes produced. All of the dishes will be vegetarian. Our native foods shop and nursery will be open with a wide range of native food plants and teas and spices available for purchase on the day.
- [Common Appleberry (Billadiera mutabilis) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/common-appleberry-billadiera-mutabilis-tubestock/) - Tubestock available of Common Apple Berry. Victorian climbing plant with bell like flowers that produce sausage shaped edible fruits that taste like cooked apples and kiwifruit. Very attractive plant, best trained over a trellis or arch.
- [Illawarra Plum (Podocarpus elatus) Female](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/illawarra-plum-podocarpus-elatus-female/) - Note: Podocarpus elatus is dioecious, meaning you will have to have both a male and female plant to produce fruit. We can express post to Eastern states and SA. Farm pick up is also available.
- [Advanced Small Leaved Tamarind (Diploglottis campbellii)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/advanced-small-leaved-tamarind-diploglottis-campbellii-50/) - We currently have advanced plants in 50 cm pots, approx 80 - 100cm tall. Limited numbers.
- [Old Man Saltbush Spice](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/old-man-saltbush-spice/) - Old Man Saltbush makes a delightful spice which tastes like salty herbs. It is a unique taste of Australia. Sprinkle this fine spice over any meat or vegetable dish to add a salty herb flavour.
- [Vanilla Lily (Arthropodium milleflorum)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/vanilla-lily/) - Vanilla lily has a crisp white edible tuber, great for salads and stir frys. Attractive vanilla coloured flowers.
- [Cinnamon Myrtle (Backhousia myrtifolia)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/cinnamon-myrtle-backhousia-myrtifolia/) - Cinnamon Myrtle is a medium shrub with cinnamon spiced leaves, large cover of creamy flowers and a bushy habit. Used for teas and spices. Farm pick up is available.
- [Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/lemon-myrtle-backhousia-citriodora-tubestock/) - Tubestock available of Lemon Myrtle, one of the most popular native food plants - lemon citral oil in the leaves is highly antioxidant and anti microbial - a plant to boost your gut health. Add the leaves to your food and make teas to get the health benefits. Our plants are cutting grown. Grows to about 3-4 metres in Victoria unless pruned to lower heights. Has large display of creamy flowers that attract native insects and honey bees. Very attractive garden plant for infill and screening. Prefers a sheltered position, summer watering needed for maximum growth. New growth can be frost tender.
- [Bush Food Garden Interpretive Signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/bush-food-garden-interpretive-signs-50/) - Long lasting, informative interpretive native food garden plant signs (30cm w x 20 cm h) add value to your garden. Printed on aluminium and recycled plastic with a recycled plastic stake. Recommended for schools, community groups and community gardens etc. You will find the complete list of the plants you can order signs for under Description below. Please select how many you need and list the species you require in Order Notes at Checkout. Please contact us with any queries if you need assistance with your purchase.
- [Pure Ground Native Thyme](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-thyme/) - Bold and herbaceous with a slightly minty finish. This native Australian spice places well in sauces, soups, or in savoury marinades. We love it with chicken and pork, and sprinkled on roasted vegetables. A little goes a long way! Native Thyme is also commonly known as Round Leaf Mint. Our Pure Ground Native Thyme is grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural. View more information about Native Thyme. View recipes using Pure Ground Native Thyme. Size: 20g
- [Pure Strawberry Gum Sprinkle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/strawberry-gum-sprinkle/) - This Australian native spice has subtle notes of strawberry and a delicate eucalyptus finish. It serves as a wonderful flavour enhancer for both sweet and savoury dishes. We love it with a tomato sauce, or used in desserts. Strawberry Gum is also commonly known as Olida or Forest Berry Herb. Our Pure Strawberry Gum Sprinkle is grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural. View more information about the properties and health benefits of Strawberry Gum. Size: 15g
- [Tour and Taste Event Saturday July 25 2026](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/tour-and-taste-event-saturday-july-25-2026/) - Join us for our popular July 25 Tour and Taste event for 2026. We have been running these unique and popular events for over twenty years. The day includes two guided tours and lunch for an immersive experience designed to excite you about Australian native bush foods.
- [Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolata) unsexed](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/mountain-pepper-tasmannia-lanceolata-unsexed/) - Seed grown un-sexed plants available. The Mountain Pepper leaves contain more of the hot pepper oil polygodial and the associated health benefits compared to the pepperberries which are borne on the female plant. Culinary tip: chop the fresh leaves finely and add to any dish to give a pepper zing. Farm pick up is also available or by courier. Call the farm on 0400 420 570 to arrange a pick up time.
- [Finger Lime (Citrus australasica)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/finger-lime/) - Cutting grown stock now available. Tangy Finger limes, also known as citrus caviar are high in vitamin C. WE CAN ONLY SUPPLY FINGER LIME TO EASTERN STATES.
- [Native Oregano (Prostanthera rotundifolia)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-oregano-prostanthera-rotundifolia/) - Add Native Oregano to your Native Food Kitchen garden to flavour your dishes and boost your health with this native aromatic all year round! Great for savoury dishes with a little of oregano and eucalyptus flavours. Lovely purple flowers are edible too. Prune after flowering for a compact shape. Learn more on how to grow Native Oregano and its health benefits in Julie's book : Australian Native Food Harvest - a guide for passionate Cook and Gardener
- [Chocolate Lily Arthropodium strictum](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/chocolate-lily-arthropodium-strictum/) - Chocolate Lily is a small lily with purple flowers that smell strongly of chocolate. The tubers are edible and the plant will naturalise by seed in the garden.
- [Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/ground-lemon-myrtle/) - Aromatic, refreshing, and soothing with slight notes of citrus and a delicate sweetness. This native Australian bush food is versatile and will give many dishes a unique and delicious flavour! We love our Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle on fish or chicken, or sprinkled on roasted vegetables. It can easily replace lemongrass or lemon flavours in a recipe. Add to biscuits, cakes, muffins, smoothies and more. Our Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle is grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural. View more information about the health benefits and properties of Lemon Myrtle.
- [Pure Ground Mountain Pepperleaf](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/pure-ground-mountain-pepperleaf/) - Mountain Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolate) leaf is a wonderful spice to add to your kitchen condiments. The leaf has a delightful hot pepper/chilli flavor that lingers as an aftertaste – we call it botanical heat ! This spice can be used in any dish savoury or sweet for a flavour boost. We add it to ground lemon myrtle leaf and use as a rub or marinade for roasting meats and vegetables. Add it to vinegrettes and sauces, curries, cheeses and oils. Try adding some to your favourite chocolate recipe – a great combination. Mountain Pepper leaf is very high in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and lutein. For example, the leaf compared to blueberry has 9 times the antioxidants, 10 times the vitamin A, 12 times the calcium and 5 times the iron. The leaves are also highly antimicrobial and therefore could be beneficial to human health by assisting in keeping a healthy microbial balance in the human gut. (Ref: Weatherhead, J, Australian Native Food Harvest – a guide for the passionate cook and gardener, 2016) Our Pure Ground Mountain Pepperleaf contains only pure mountain pepperleaf grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural.
- [Lemon Myrtle + Mountain Pepper Spice Mix](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/lemon-myrtle-mountain-pepper-spice-mix/) - A fragrant blend of pure ground, hand-picked lemon myrtle and mountain pepper leaves grown at Peppermint Ridge Farm. Starts with notes of menthol and citrus on your palate, then gradually builds to a surprisingly spicy finish. Pairs well with chicken or seafood, or as a sprinkle over roasted vegetables. Great for a barbecue or in savoury sauces or soups. Our Lemon Myrtle + Mountain Pepper Spice Mix contains only pure lemon myrtle and mountain pepperleaf grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural. View more information about the properties and health benefits of Lemon Myrtle. View more information about the properties and health benefits of Mountain Pepper.
- [Native Raspberry (Rubus parvifolia)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-raspberry-rubus-parvifolia/) - Native raspberry is a climbing plant with juicy red raspberries in summer. Water when fruits first appear. Farm pick up is available.
- [Anise Myrtle (Syzygium anisatum)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/anise-myrtle-syzygium-anisatum/) - Highly aromatic small tree with a delicious aniseed flavoured oil. Use in savoury or sweet dishes.
- [Native Raspberry (Rubus parvifolia) tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-raspberry-rubus-parvifolia-tubestock/) - Native raspberry is a climbing plant with juicy red raspberries in summer. Water when fruits first appear.
- [Common Appleberry (Billadiera mutabilis)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/appleberry-billadiera-scandens/) - Climbing plant producing bell shaped flowers that become sausage shaped tasty fruit. 14cm pot. Farm pick up is also available or by courier. Call the farm on 0400 420 570 to arrange a pick up time.
- [Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/pure-ground-lemon-myrtle/) - Aromatic, refreshing, and soothing with slight notes of citrus and a delicate sweetness. This native Australian bush food is versatile and will give many dishes a unique and delicious flavour! We love our Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle on fish or chicken, or sprinkled on roasted vegetables. It can easily replace lemongrass or lemon flavours in a recipe. Add to biscuits, cakes, muffins, smoothies and more. Our Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle is grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural.
- [Australian Spice Dukkah](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/australian-spice-dukkah/) - At Peppermint Ridge Foods, we have added the unique flavours of our farm grown finger lime, lemon myrtle, mountain pepper and native celery to the classic Egyptian recipe for dukkah to create a truly Australian version of this fantastic condiment. 100g bag. Serving Suggestions: Use as a dip with fresh bread and macadamia oil or as a coating or garnish for meats and salads. Our Australian Spice Dukkah contains pure native foods ingredients, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural.
- [Anise Myrtle Tea (Aniseed Myrtle Tea)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/anise-myrtle-tea/) - This Australian native tea has subtle notes of liquorice and an enticing aniseed flavour. It's full of free-radical fighting antioxidants, naturally uplifting, and caffeine-free. Anise myrtle is also known as aniseed myrtle. Our Anise Myrtle Tea only contains pure anise myrtle grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural.
- [Pure Ground Anise Myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/ground-anise-myrtle-spice/) - This Australian native spice has subtle notes of liquorice and an enticing aniseed flavour. Wonderful with sweet or savoury dishes, and easily replaces star anise. We love it with red meats and fish and use it in biscuits, cakes, muffins and more! Anise myrtle is also commonly known as aniseed myrtle. Our Pure Ground Anise Myrtle is grown, hand-picked, and packaged with love at Peppermint Ridge Farm in west Gippsland, Victoria. We never use chemicals or additives and our products are 100% natural. View more information about the health benefits and properties of Anise Myrtle.
- [Native Australian Spice/Tea Sampler Pack](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/native-australian-spice-tea-sampler-pack/) - Want to experiment with a variety of Australian flavours? Look no further! Order our full range of spices and receive a discount. Each pack contains 5 spices and teas. 20g Pure Ground Lemon Myrtle 20g Pure Ground Anise Myrtle 20g Lemon Myrtle + Mountain Pepper Spice Mix 15g Pure Strawberry Gum Sprinkle 20g Pure Ground Native Thyme 20g Old Man Saltbush Spice Mix 25g Teas - Lemon Myrtle/Anise Myrtle/Strawberry Gum - Orange Peko
- [White Elderberry (Sambucus gaudichaudiana)](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/white-elderberry-sambucus-gaudichaudiana/) - White Elderberry is native to Victoria, edible pearly fruits in Autumn, attractive garden shrub with large bunches of white flowers, dies down in winter. Farm pick up is available. Please note that delivery is not included in the price - we will contact you after you have placed your online order to arrange delivery or a pick up time.
- [Illawarra Plum (Podocarpus elatus) unsexed](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/illawarra-plums-podocarpus-elatus/) - Note: Podocarpus elatus is dioecious, meaning you will have to have both a male and female plant to produce fruit. We can supply male or female plants too - they are cutting grown. Farm pick up is available.
- [Illawarra Plum (Podocarpus elatus) unsexed tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product/illawarra-plum-podocarpus-elatus-unsexed-tubestock/) - Tubestock available of Illawarra Plum, seed grown unsexed. Very high in antioxidants. Great for creating edible hedges. A dense large shrub when grown in Victoria. Note: Podocarpus elatus is dioecious, meaning you will have to have both a male and female plant to produce fruit. We can also supply male or female plants too - they are cutting grown. Male and female plants also available for $25 each. Alternatively, buy three or more of the unsexed plants to increase the chances of having both. Farm pick up is available. Call the farm on 0400 420 570 to arrange a pick up time

## Categories

- [General](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/category/general/)
- [Press](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/category/press/)
- [Cooking School](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/category/cooking-school/)
- [Native Plants and Spices](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/category/native-plants-and-spices/)
- [Peppermint Ridge Farm Activities](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/category/peppermint-ridge-farm-activities/)
- [Recipes](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/category/recipes/)

## Tags

- [anise myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/anise-myrtle/)
- [australian food](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/australian-food/)
- [australian native food](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/australian-native-food/)
- [lemon myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/lemon-myrtle/)
- [Mountain Pepper](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/mountain-pepper/)
- [peppermint ridge farm](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/peppermint-ridge-farm/)
- [tourist attractions melbourne](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/tourist-attractions-melbourne/)
- [victoria tourism](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/victoria-tourism/)
- [warrigal greens](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/warrigal-greens/)
- [Strawberry Gum](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/strawberry-gum/)
- [finger lime](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/finger-lime/)
- [cooking school](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/cooking-school/)
- [Lomandra longifolia](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/lomandra-longifolia/)
- [Events](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/events/)
- [native tamarind](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/native-tamarind/)
- [native garden](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/native-garden/)
- [honey](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/honey/)
- [lemon myrtle honey](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/lemon-myrtle-honey/)
- [healthy eating](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/healthy-eating/)
- [low salt movement](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/tag/low-salt-movement/)

## Product categories

- [Native Food Plant Nursery](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/nursery/)
- [Books](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/books/)
- [Teas & Spices](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/teas-spices/) - Native Teas and Spices from the farm – Gippsland Trusted Provenance If you don’t have a green thumb, but would still like to cook with the flavours of fresh native Australian plants like lemon myrtle, mountain pepper, native thyme, native oregano, anise myrtle and strawberry gum, don’t worry! We grow and supply native spices and teas for you to use in your home cooking. Buy direct from the producer! We are proud to be part of the Gippsland Trusted Provenance scheme run by Food and Fibre Gippsland.
- [Fresh produce](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/uncategorised/) - We grow and sell seasonal produce including Illawarra plums, Mountain pepperberries, finger limes and small leafed tamarind fruit. These are listed on line as they become available. We can also supply restaurants and cafes. Please contact at info@peppermintridgefarm.com.au for further information about larger quantities.
- [Tour & Taste](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/tour-taste/) - Enjoy one of our unique and popular Tour and Taste Events, (check the 2025 dates) featuring guided tours of the Living Heritage Centre and our established native bushfood garden, followed by lunch in the Schoolhouse Café. Our tour and taste experiences are a great way to learn more about Australia’s unique bushfoods. We are licensed for these events. We love showcasing the fantastic flavours of native food produce picked fresh from our gardens and plantations. View some of our previous menus to see the types of dishes on offer. Please note that we provide a set menu and cannot cater for all food preferences and allergies. Please call us on 0400420570 to check before making an online booking if you have special dietary requirements. With prior notification, gluten free and vegetarian options can be provided as part of the set menu.
- [Native Pantry Cooking School](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/cooking-classes/)
- [Interpretive native plant signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/interpretive-native-plant-signs/) - Our native food garden interpretive signs are designed to inform the garden visitor about the name of the plant (common and Latin), its origin, growth habit, which part is eaten and culinary uses. A native food plant needs to be identified so that the visitor can tour the garden learning as they go. Highly recommended for community gardens, schools, TAFES, kindergarten, daycare centres. They are 30cm w x 20cm h and printed on aluminium and recycled plastic with a recycled plastic stake. We have signs for the following plants: Anise Myrtle, Lemon Myrtle, Illawarra Plum, Small Leaved Tamarind, Strawberry Gum, Finger Lime, Mountain Pepper, Old Man Saltbush, Cinnamon Myrtle, Prickly Currant, Geraldton Wax, Midyim, Native Oregano, Native Thyme, Muntries, River Mint, Sea Celery, Vanilla Lily, Chocolate Lily, Warrigal Greens, Yam Daisy, White Elderberry, Pigface, Common Appleberry, Sweet Appleberry, Bulbine Lily, Spiny Headed Mat Rush, Flax Lily.
- [Tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-category/nursery/tubestock/)

## Product tags

- [nursery](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/nursery/)
- [warrigal greens](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/warrigal-greens/)
- [vanilla lily](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/vanilla-lily/)
- [tubestock](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/tubestock/)
- [strawberry gum](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/strawberry-gum/)
- [round leaf mint](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/round-leaf-mint/)
- [river mint](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/river-mint/)
- [native raspberry](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-raspberry/)
- [finger lime](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/finger-lime/)
- [muntries](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/muntries/)
- [mountain pepper](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/mountain-pepper/)
- [midyim berry](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/midyim-berry/)
- [Anise Myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/anise-myrtle/)
- [Lemon Myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/lemon-myrtle/)
- [native thyme](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-thyme/)
- [Pale Flax Lily](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/pale-flax-lily/)
- [Illawarra Plums](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/illawarra-plums/)
- [native food](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-food/)
- [native celery](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-celery/)
- [native plant](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-plant/)
- [bush food](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bush-food/)
- [workshop](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/workshop/)
- [breadmaking](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/breadmaking/)
- [sourdough](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/sourdough/)
- [native foods](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-foods/)
- [garden](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/garden/)
- [garden design](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/garden-design/)
- [Australian native foods](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/australian-native-foods/)
- [australian bush food](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/australian-bush-food/)
- [spices](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/spices/)
- [apium prostratum](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/apium-prostratum/)
- [syzygium anisatum](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/syzygium-anisatum/)
- [arthropodium milleflorum](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/arthropodium-milleflorum/)
- [bush foods](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bush-foods/)
- [garden tours](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/garden-tours/)
- [lunch](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/lunch/)
- [advanced plants](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/advanced-plants/)
- [native bush foods](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-bush-foods/)
- [native oregano](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-oregano/)
- [native tamarind](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-tamarind/)
- [artisan](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/artisan/)
- [cooking school](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/cooking-school/)
- [native pantry](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-pantry/)
- [finger limes](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/finger-limes/)
- [citrus australasica](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/citrus-australasica/)
- [bush tucker](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bush-tucker/)
- [cinnamon myrtle](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/cinnamon-myrtle/)
- [native spice](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-spice/)
- [bushfood tea](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bushfood-tea/)
- [native spices](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-spices/)
- [bushfood](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bushfood/)
- [bushfood teas](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bushfood-teas/)
- [garden signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/garden-signs/)
- [interpetive garden signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/interpetive-garden-signs/)
- [bush food signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bush-food-signs/)
- [native food garden signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-food-garden-signs/)
- [appleberry](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/appleberry/)
- [mountain pepper berry](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/mountain-pepper-berry/)
- [pepperberries](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/pepperberries/)
- [mountain pepper spice](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/mountain-pepper-spice/)
- [organic mountain pepper berries](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/organic-mountain-pepper-berries/)
- [dried mountain pepper berry](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/dried-mountain-pepper-berry/)
- [small leaved tamarind](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/small-leaved-tamarind/)
- [yoghurt](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/yoghurt/)
- [fermentation](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/fermentation/)
- [geraldton wax](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/geraldton-wax/)
- [native food books](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/native-food-books/)
- [bush food books](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/bush-food-books/)
- [experiences](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/experiences/)
- [Yam Daisy](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/yam-daisy/)
- [interpretive garden signs](https://peppermintridgefarm.au/product-tag/interpretive-garden-signs/)