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Sementes Vivas' organic French Marigold (Tagetes patula) seeds, available at Geocakes, produce vibrant orange flowers that are decorative, edible and useful in the vegetable garden all at once. Also known simply as Tagetes, it's one of the most complete plants for anyone who grows both for pleasure and for practical need.

French Marigold: Beauty and Protection in the Garden

Beyond its ornamental value, French Marigold is known among gardeners for helping to reduce nematodes and other soil pests, thanks to substances released by its roots, especially when planted in clusters alongside other crops. These seeds reach you through Sementes Vivas, a Geocakes partner based in Idanha-a-Nova, with organic and Demeter (biodynamic farming) certification, sharing the same values of respect for the land and the Naturtejo Geopark's natural cycles.

How to Grow It in Your Garden or Vegetable Patch

Sow in full sun, once the risk of frost has passed. French Marigold adapts well to different soil types, flowers throughout the warm season and needs no complicated care. Each pack contains 10g of seeds, enough both for ornamental borders and for planting among tomato plants and other vegetable garden crops.

From the Land to the Table

The petals, with a mildly bitter taste, can be used in salads, soups, sauces, cakes and breads, working as a traditional, economical substitute for saffron, both in colour and in the aroma they bring to dishes. A double life few flowers can offer, spanning the garden and the kitchen.

Why Choose These Seeds

• Organic and Demeter seeds, no chemical treatments
• Edible flowers, a saffron substitute in the kitchen
• Helps repel nematodes, useful alongside other crops
• Attracts bees and pollinators, an ally for biodiversity
• From Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark

Sementes Vivas' organic Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) seeds, available at Geocakes, produce a perennial plant with striking purple flowers that can reach 70 cm in height. With long flowering and low maintenance, it's a sure choice for anyone who wants to attract bees, butterflies and birds to the garden, season after season.

Organic Echinacea: A Purple Flower from Beira Baixa

Echinacea purpurea has a long tradition of use in infusions and herbal preparations across Europe, although today it's grown mainly for its ornamental value and its importance to pollinators. These seeds reach you through Sementes Vivas, a Geocakes partner based in Idanha-a-Nova, with organic and Demeter (biodynamic farming) certification, sharing the same values of respect for the land and the Naturtejo Geopark's natural cycles.

How to Grow It in Your Garden

Echinacea grows best in well-drained soil with direct sun exposure, reaching between 40 and 70 centimetres in height. Being a perennial, it doesn't need to be replanted every year: once established, it flowers again the following spring, usually with more vigour. Each pack contains 10g of seeds, enough for several plants in the garden or vegetable patch.

A Magnet for Pollinators

Echinacea's purple flowers and orange centre are a true invitation for bees and butterflies, and its seeds also attract native birds once flowering ends. Leaving them in the garden for longer, without cutting right away, helps extend that relationship with local wildlife, keeping the space livelier all year round.

Why Choose These Seeds

• Organic and Demeter seeds, no chemical treatments
• Striking purple flowers, with a long tradition in Europe
• A perennial plant, that comes back year after year
• Attracts bees, butterflies and birds, an ally for biodiversity
• From Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark

Sementes Vivas' organic Giant Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seeds, available at Geocakes, produce majestic plants that can reach 2 metres in height. With a large dark-brown centre surrounded by golden petals, they're one of the simplest spectacles to grow in any garden or vegetable patch, even for someone who has never planted anything before.

Giant Sunflower: Majesty from Beira Baixa

Each plant develops one large main flower, and may also form a few smaller side flowers depending on growing conditions, soil and spacing between plants. These seeds reach you through Sementes Vivas, a Geocakes partner based in Idanha-a-Nova, with organic and Demeter (biodynamic farming) certification, sharing the same values of respect for the land and the Naturtejo Geopark's natural cycles.

How to Grow It in Your Garden

Sow in full sun with well-drained soil, once the risk of frost has passed. The Giant Sunflower grows quickly and doesn't need complicated care, but benefits from regular watering while it develops and plenty of space for its roots to establish. Each pack contains 5g of seeds, enough for several plants across your garden or vegetable patch.

A Curious Fact About the Sun

While still young, before the flower fully opens, the Giant Sunflower actually follows the sun's movement throughout the day, a phenomenon called heliotropism. After flowering, the flower settles facing east, ready to catch the first rays of sun each morning, and stops moving for the rest of the day.

Why Choose These Seeds

• Organic and Demeter seeds, no chemical treatments
• Giant flowers, up to 2 metres tall
• Attracts bees and other pollinators, an ally for biodiversity
• Edible seeds, a bonus after flowering
• From Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark

Sementes Vivas' organic Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) seeds, available at Geocakes, bring a vigorous tropical plant to your garden or greenhouse. With autumn flowering and intense red calyces, it's the base of the well-known hibiscus tea, now within reach of anyone wanting to grow it in Portugal.

Hibiscus Sabdariffa: A Tropical Plant in Beira Baixa

Originally from Herdade do Couto da Várzea, in Idanha-a-Nova, these seeds reach you through Sementes Vivas, a Geocakes partner in the Naturtejo Geopark, with organic and Demeter (biodynamic farming) certification. Hibiscus sabdariffa flowers naturally in autumn, as the days start to shorten, after a whole summer of growing and gaining height.

How to Grow It in Your Garden

Being a tropical plant, Hibiscus adapts better to the Portuguese climate with protected growing, in a greenhouse or a sheltered, warm spot, especially during the colder months. It prefers full sun and regular watering during growth, and rewards patience with a striking, vigorous plant with lush foliage. Each pack contains 10g of seeds, enough to try growing this still-uncommon crop.

From the Land to the Cup

After flowering, the red, fleshy calyces that surround the seed can be harvested and dried, to prepare the traditional hibiscus tea, tart and intensely coloured, known in many cultures by different names. A simple way to follow the plant's whole journey, from sowing to cup, without leaving your own garden. Each harvest can also be stored for winter, dried and ready to infuse whenever you like.

Why Choose These Seeds

• Organic and Demeter seeds, sustainable production
• Autumn flowering, following the natural Portuguese cycle
• Edible calyces, the base of hibiscus tea
• A vigorous plant, easy to maintain
• From Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark

Sementes Vivas' organic China Aster (Callistephus chinensis) seeds, available at Geocakes, bring an explosion of colour to the garden that lasts from late summer through autumn. Single-petalled, this traditional variety attracts bees and butterflies, and is also recognised for its edible petals, delicate and slightly sweet. A simple choice for anyone looking for a livelier corner of the garden, full of colour and life.

Single-Petal China Aster: An Origin in Beira Baixa

Also known simply as aster or China aster, the single-petal China Aster celebrates the simplicity of the more traditional varieties, predating the hybridisation that produced fuller, double-flowered forms. These seeds reach you through Sementes Vivas, a Geocakes partner based in Idanha-a-Nova, with organic and Demeter (biodynamic farming) certification, sharing the same values of respect for the land and the Naturtejo Geopark's natural cycles.

How to Grow It in Your Garden

Sowing is ideally done in spring, once the risk of frost has passed, in a spot with full sun and well-drained soil. Germination happens within seven to fourteen days, and the first flowers open in late summer, lasting through autumn. Each pack contains 0.5g of seeds, enough for a flowering corner in the garden, in pots or window boxes. The plant reaches 40 to 60 centimetres in height, making it equally good for garden beds or deeper window boxes.

From the Land to the Table: Flowers You Can Eat Too

Beyond their colour, China Aster petals have a mild, slightly sweet flavour, and can accompany salads, decorate desserts or bring colour to summer dishes. Start with just a few petals, to discover the flavour at your own pace, and always make sure the flowers were grown without chemical treatments before bringing them to the table.

Why Choose These Seeds

• Organic and Demeter seeds, no chemical treatments
• Long flowering, from late summer through autumn
• Attracts bees and butterflies, allies of garden biodiversity
• Edible petals, for use in the kitchen too
• From Idanha-a-Nova, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark

Geocakes' Sericaia is an authentic Alentejo dessert, handcrafted in Beira Baixa following traditional recipes passed down through generations. This regional delight combines the simplicity of local ingredients with Chef Raquel Ramos' know-how, resulting in a genuinely Portuguese gastronomic experience that preserves the ancestral flavours of Alentejo.

An Alentejo Dessert with Handcrafted Tradition

This handcrafted Sericaia represents the essence of traditional Portuguese sweet-making, made in Beira Baixa using ancestral methods. With a unique texture and delicate flavour, this Alentejo dessert is prepared by Geocakes' chefs using carefully selected ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat flour, sugar, cinnamon and lemon.

It's a delight to share with family or friends, keeping all the authenticity of the regional flavours that characterise Alentejo gastronomy.

Key Features

• Authentic flavour from Alentejo tradition
• Handcrafted production with selected ingredients
• Rich texture and perfect balance
• A genuinely Portuguese gastronomic experience

Geocakes' "Bom Bocado" Tart is a dessert combining a traditional Portuguese recipe with selected ingredients. Made by Chef Raquel Ramos in Idanha-a-Nova, this tart offers the authentic flavour of regional sweet-making, available frozen or fresh for direct pickup at our premises.

Traditional Tart from Beira Baixa

The "Bom Bocado" Tart represents the ancestral know-how of Portuguese sweet-making, handcrafted by Geocakes at the heart of Beira Baixa. This dessert combines wheat flour, sugar, margarine, eggs, milk, cinnamon and lemon in a recipe that honours the gastronomic tradition of the Naturtejo Geopark region.

Vacuum-packed to preserve freshness and flavour, this handcrafted tart keeps the organoleptic characteristics that make it an authentic territorial gastronomic experience. Production follows traditional methods, valuing short supply chains and ingredient quality.

Key Features

• Traditional recipe
• Certified handcrafted production
• Vacuum packaging preserves freshness
• Family-sized format
• Available fresh or frozen

Geocakes' Individual "Bom Bocado" Tart is a handcrafted dessert that celebrates Beira Baixa's traditional flavours. Made with authentic ingredients such as cinnamon and lemon, this tart represents the regional know-how passed down by our chefs, with over 40 years of experience in Portuguese pastry-making and culinary arts.

Authentic Flavour from Beira Baixa

This individual handcrafted tart comes from the pastry tradition of the Idanha-a-Nova region, at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark. Each tart is carefully prepared by Chef Raquel Ramos, combining traditional techniques with quality ingredients.

The recipe combines wheat flour, sugar, margarine, eggs, milk, cinnamon and lemon, creating a harmony of flavours that stirs fond memories and celebrates Portuguese gastronomic heritage.

Key Features

• Ready in under 60 minutes
• Traditional flavours from Beira Baixa
• An individual portion
• 100% handcrafted production
• Available frozen or fresh

Geocakes' Almond Tart celebrates Portuguese sweet-making tradition with the richness of Beira Baixa almonds. This handcrafted dessert combines local ingredients in an ancestral recipe, made by Chefs Raquel and Mário Rui Ramos at the heart of the Naturtejo Geopark, Portugal's first geopark recognised by UNESCO.

Traditional Flavour from Beira Baixa

This handcrafted tart preserves the region's sweet-making know-how, where local almonds meet wheat flour, fresh eggs and sugar in perfect harmony. With 14% almond in its composition, every slice reveals the territorial authenticity that characterises Geocakes' creations.

Key Features

• A traditional recipe preserved in Beira Baixa
• Local almond in a generous proportion (14%)
• Handcrafted production with authentic ingredients
• Ready to serve, store at 0°C to 5°C
• A large format ideal for sharing with the family

Geocakes' Individual Curd Cheese Tart is a handcrafted dessert combining the creaminess of local curd cheese with the balanced sweetness of eggs and cinnamon. Made in Beira Baixa with regional ingredients, this 125g tart represents traditional Portuguese know-how in an authentic, territorially rooted recipe.

Handcrafted Dessert from Beira Baixa

This tart combines 30% local curd cheese with fresh eggs (18%), creating a creamy texture and a distinctly Portuguese flavour. The handcrafted recipe includes a touch of cinnamon that enhances the region's traditional flavours.

Key Features

• Authentic local curd cheese from Beira Baixa
• Handcrafted production with regional ingredients
• Ready to eat after thawing
• An individual 125g portion
• Vacuum packaging for maximum freshness

Geocakes' Curd Cheese Tart is a handcrafted dessert that celebrates the authentic flavours of Beira Baixa. Made with local curd cheese and selected ingredients, this tart combines traditional sweetness with the characteristic creaminess of regional curd cheese, offering a unique gastronomic experience with deep territorial roots.

Authentic Flavour from Beira Baixa

This handcrafted tart represents the best of the Idanha-a-Nova region's sweet-making tradition, made by Geocakes with recipes that honour local gastronomic heritage. Local curd cheese (30% of the composition) gives it a creamy texture and a distinctive flavour that sets this dessert apart from any other.

Key Features

• Authentic local curd cheese from Beira Baixa
• Handcrafted production with selected ingredients
• Creamy texture and a unique territorial flavour
• Flexible storage: fresh or frozen
• Family-sized format

Geocakes' Individual Tigelada Beirã preserves the authentic flavour of Beira tradition in a 150g handcrafted dessert. Made with selected ingredients such as milk, eggs, sugar, honey and cinnamon, this regional delicacy reflects Beira Baixa's centuries-old know-how, offering a genuinely Portuguese gastronomic experience.

Authentic Flavour from Beira Baixa

This traditional tigelada results from the harmonious combination of fresh milk, eggs, sugar, honey and ground cinnamon, following recipes passed down through generations in the Beira region. The creamy texture and distinctive aroma make this dessert a true ambassador of Beira Baixa gastronomy.

Certified Handcrafted Production

Made by Geocakes in Idanha-a-Nova, this tigelada benefits from double organic certification and the GeoFood Seal. Each individual 150g portion is handcrafted by Chef Raquel Ramos, with over 20 years of experience in valuing native products.

Key Features

• Authentic traditional Beira flavour
• Certified handcrafted production
• Selected natural ingredients
• A practical individual portion

The Boom Herbal Tea is a handcrafted organic infusion combining six aromatic herbs carefully hand-selected in Beira Baixa. With cinnamon basil, peppermint and strawflowers, it offers a unique sensory experience that reflects the traditional know-how of the Naturtejo Geopark region.

Organic Herbal Tea with Aromatic Herbs from Beira Baixa

The Boom Herbal Tea represents the essence of Beira Baixa's herbal tradition, where every leaf is hand-selected to guarantee purity and aromatic intensity. This organic infusion combines cinnamon basil, peppermint, strawberry strawflower, purple strawflower, marigold and sunflower, creating a unique, balanced flavour profile.

Made under certified Organic Farming, this 30g herbal tea contains no allergens and preserves all the natural properties of the plants used. The handcrafted process ensures only the finest leaves go into the final blend.

Key Features

• A unique, comforting aromatic experience
• A balanced combination of six organic herbs
• Traditional hand-selection from Beira Baixa
• Certified allergen-free organic production
• Authentic flavour of Portuguese territory

Composition and Features

Each 30g pack contains a harmonious blend of aromatic herbs that reflects the biodiversity of the Naturtejo Geopark region. Cinnamon basil brings spiced notes, while peppermint offers freshness. The strawberry and purple strawflowers add floral softness, highlighted by the golden tones of marigold and sunflower.