The Mandala Garden is Ready

Something beautiful has taken shape here at Valdonedo: our Mandala Garden is complete! What started as a simple idea rooted in aesthetics and symbolism has now blossomed into a living centerpiece of our land — and our shared journey.

Shaped in harmonious symmetry, the Mandala design spoke to us from the start. Not only is it visually captivating, but it mirrors the rhythm of growth and transformation — something we deeply value here. At Valdonedo, we believe in cultivating both the soil and the soul. Our garden isn’t just a space for vegetables — it’s a reflection of the personal and collective development we’re all engaged in.

The shape of the Mandala itself is meant to reflect these cycles — of change, renewal, and natural flow. It’s a design that fits not just the landscape, but also the values we hold in our day-to-day work here. And even though the garden is now in place, this is just the first step. Without giving away too much, let’s just say: more elements will follow soon.

We’ve already planted our first crops, carefully raised from seed in the greenhouse. We’re thrilled to finally see the first green shoots poking through.

For now, we’ve set up a temporary watering solution using sprinklers — not ideal, but it does the job for the moment. A drip irrigation system has already been ordered, and we’re looking forward to a more efficient and sustainable setup soon.

The borders of the mandala beds are lined with old bricks from the houses that are currently being renovated.

Are you curious about life at Valdonedo? Keen to get your hands in the dirt and connect with others on a similar path? We’re always looking for helping hands in the garden — and open hearts in the wider vision of what we’re growing here.

Come visit, lend a hand, and see for yourself what’s sprouting — inside and out.

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