The Walipini
In 2017, at our previous farm, we completed construction of our first walipini, a 540 sq. ft. pit greenhouse (aka underground greenhouse). This project was the result of about 8 years of research and planning.
Unlike a traditional, above ground greenhouse, the walipini uses passive-solar design and geothermal properties to stabilize temperatures and increase the growing season. We enjoyed experimenting with our "prototype" design over the next few years, successfully growing a variety of items from tomatoes in December, to cabbage in February, to Limes and Pomegranates in fall, plus a huge variety of produce in between!
In 2022, we began construction of our 2nd walipini, as part of our new farm construction. Although it isn't completed yet, we hope to have it up and growing as soon as we can!