Other experience/agricultural/business training - 7+ years growing vegetables and flowers on a home-garden scale, 10+ years of experience harvesting wild foods
Do you have a business plan?
Yes
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
No
Project
Farm Name
Wandering Wildcraft
Farm Project Description
Wandering Wildcraft is a small native plant nursery, growing perennials, shrubs and trees that are all native to coastal BC. All plants are grown from seeds that have been collected from wild plants and from populations that have been established at our nursery. We grow a wide variety of plant species, including both edible and ornamental species, for sale to both home gardeners and landscape professionals. We also offer a small selection of handmade goods and wild food products. We will be selling our plants and other products through our online store, and at markets.
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
Duration of the desired agreement
1 year, with option to extend year-to-year
Ideal date to obtain land by
March/April 2025
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
1/4 acre
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
1/4 acre
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
Yes
Zoning
Either
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
As a nursery, most of my growing will be in containers, so I am not too particular about the quality of the soil. I would be happy to make use of land that is not suitable for in-ground growing. Not picky about sun exposure either - some shade from trees would be ok. No buildings/infrastructure required, but if there was a greenhouse on the land, I would gladly make use of it. I am also happy to put in the work to improve the state of the land!
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes
Need farm buildings
No
Need fenced land
No
Need farm machinery and tools
No
Need established water source and infrastructure
Water source required for misting and drip irrigation (low volume)
