Growing organic vanilla
From flower to flavour
Every pod is pollinated by hand, then dried, cured and sorted by hand. We work slowly, at nature’s pace.
The journey of a pod
Five steps, a jeweller’s touch
01
Flowering: a jeweller’s touch
In late September the vanilla flowers open for a single day. Our growers pollinate them by hand, a skill passed down for three generations. This precise gesture marks the start of a long natural cycle, carried out without chemicals and with full respect for biodiversity. Every pollinated flower is the promise of an exceptional vanilla.
02
Natural growth
After pollination the green pod develops slowly over nine months. Nourished by a balanced ecosystem and natural fertilisers from our own closed loop, it grows without pesticides. This slow ripening under the gentle Mauritian climate gives each pod its unique aromatic richness.
03
Harvest and scalding
Once ripe, the pods are picked by hand and then scalded with precision. This traditional process stops their growth and releases their first aromas. Every gesture counts: this is the moment the taste signature of our organic vanilla is born.
04
Sun drying
The pods are then dried naturally in the Mauritian sun and wrapped in warm blankets every afternoon. This slow, attentive artisanal drying brings out the chocolate-brown colour and intense fragrance our vanilla is known for.
05
Curing and selection
After several weeks of curing in wooden chests, the pods develop deep, balanced aromas. Sorted and graded by hand, they carry the signature of our family craftsmanship and the Made in Moris label, guaranteeing an organic, local and exceptional vanilla.
Our vanillas
Vanilla in all its forms
At Le Jardin de la Vanille we present our artisanal production in all its expressions: whole pods, pure paste, natural extract and above all our house treasure — frosted vanilla, the finest of all.
Each form reveals a different facet of our craftsmanship, born of organic closed-loop farming and respect for nature. Our products are 100% natural, additive-free, and carry the signature of our Mauritian terroir and the Made in Moris label.
From flower to flavour, our vanilla expresses authenticity, passion and excellence.
Whole pods
Pure paste
Natural extract
Frosted vanilla
Our house treasure
Frosted vanilla
Frosted vanilla is a naturally crystallised pod, the sign of perfect curing and a high content of pure vanillin. It is a work of nature, both beautiful and aromatic, and the symbol of our artisanal excellence.
Discover the vanilla on site
Our pods, pastes, extracts and vanilla sugars are available at the plantation shop.
Le Jardin de la Vanille
Vanille Dodo · Passion, craftsmanship and authenticity. The only organic vanilla plantation in Mauritius to carry the Made in Moris label.
Contact
St Julien d’Hotman, Mauritius
+230 5754 7863
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Mon – Fri 8am – 5:30pm
Saturday 8am – 5pm
© Le Jardin de la Vanille – Vanille Dodo · Made in Moris label · Organic farming · Closed-loop ecosystem