the huerta
We're a small and growing community in Xàbia that loves eating food we've grown ourselves. We respect nature and the soil, we avoid pesticides, and we try to protect and shelter biodiversity.As of Spring 2026, we are starting in a fresh new location!
We're actively looking for experienced and beginner gardeners, alike! Learn more or reach out now to reserve an allotment 👩🌾🧑🌾
freshest veggies
It's not easy to source locally produced organic vegetables in Spain. That's why we took on the challenge of starting an allotment, ourselves.Here's what it may, one day, look like:
always growing
It takes a lot of planning to make the soil hum with life. Instead of mono-plantation, we mix crops of different heights, seeking symbiosis
Chard, cauliflower, lettuce, leeks
Broccoli, carrot, zucchini, pumpkin
Artichoke, strawberry, garlic
Beans, peas, sweet potato, corn
Onion, pepper, potato, eggplant
On top of the vegetables we grow, we are also taking care of two rows of orange trees. We're working to transition them to ecological, meaning fewer chemical inputs and more natural abundance!At some point in the future, we'd love to setup a tree nursery, specifically for native trees!
join us
It's not easy to find a place to grow your own food and flowers around Javea. We know because we tried, for many months, with no success.So we want to open up this opportunity to others! If you'd like to rent an allotment and help us cover the starting costs (tractor services, fence, soil amendments, equipment), reach out! In the future (2027 most likely) we'll also be looking for volunteers.
reach out
Do you wish to schedule a visit? Are you interested in contributing financially? Perhaps you have materials to donate?We'd love to hear from you! Ask your question below, and we'll take care of the rest!
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Thank you for taking the time to write us. We'll be sure to respond as soon as we can!
comida >> compost
Recogemos restos de vegetales y los transformamos en suelo rico para nuestra huerta regenerativa, mismo aquí in Javea. ¡Juntos estamos salvando el planeta una pila de comida a la vez!
Así que no dudes en contactarnos para que podamos ayudarte a deshacerte de tu basura de manera responsable. ¡Únete a la regeneración del suelo!
Así que no dudes en contactarnos para que podamos ayudarte a deshacerte de tu basura de manera responsable. ¡Únete a la regeneración del suelo!
Queremos
- verduras, frutas (incluyendo cítricos)
- cáscaras de huevo y cartones
- virutas de madera
No queremos
- carnes, aceites, plásticos
garden with us
Most of us know we should grow more of our own food. Fewer of us actually do it. Life gets in the way, space is hard to find, and it can feel like something other people do.This is our attempt to make it easy to start gardening vegetables. A sunny plot, good soil, people who can help nearby, and no pressure to be perfect.Ashley, Kieron, Ovi, and Lolo are behind 'the huerta' - one of Javea's few community gardens. We all love good food and have learned the simple secret: you have to grow it yourself.Join us on this journey of regenerative farming by learning and doing.Come as a beginner; leave with tomatoes. Come with experience; share it with others.
Membership
Includes:
- fenced-in area in full sun exposure
- access to irrigation (up to 2hr/day)
- use of shared gardening tools
- use of communal wheel barrow
- use of food compost pile
- picnic table with a view
- use of herb garden
- soil test results
- community of people who love real foodWe aspire to one day also include:
- secure storage space for your tools
- naturally shaded recreation area
- unlimited wood chips
- wood for bed edgingDoes not include:
- plants or seeds
- mulch or soil amendments
- irrigation system in the plot
Pricing
There are two sizes available, 5m x 3m and 5m x 5m. The more experienced gardeners are welcome to take on two or more adjoining parcels.- Annual
5m × 5m are €10/mo
5m × 3m are €8/mo- March-September
5m × 5m are €20/mo
5m × 3m are €16/moDeposit: €30, refundable at end of term — unless the plot is abandoned for more than 3 months (nobody wants a wall of weeds next to their tomatoes)
a few common questions
Do I need to have gardening experience?
Not at all. We're building this for beginners and experienced growers alike. If you've never grown anything, this is a great place to start — and you'll have people around you who can help.How much time does it take?
That depends on what you grow and the time of year, but most plot holders visit 2–3 times a week during the growing season. Installing an automated watering system might mean fewer visits still.Can I grow whatever I want?
Mostly yes. We ask that you avoid chemical pesticides/herbicides and invasive species. Nothing that substantially shades a neighour. Synthetic fertilizer is OK as long as it's dosed accurately.What happens if I go on holiday?
Life happens. Just let us know in advance and we can usually sort out a neighbor to water for you. The community side of this is real — people look out for each other.I'm not fluent in Spanish — is that a problem?
Not at all. The community is a mix of locals and internationals, and we communicate in both English and Spanish. You'll feel at home either way.
If you're interested in joining, introduce yourself in this WhatsApp chat, mentioning some of your favorite things to grow.