Solve land and water challenges naturally with vetiver grass
vetiver benefits
Nature’s Ultimate Fix for Soil, Water, and Sustainability
Whether you’re battling erosion, struggling with water retention, or looking for sustainable farming solutions, Vetiver delivers. Explore the full list of benefits and answers in our FAQ. Here’s how this powerful grass works for you:
Erosion Control
Soil washing away? Slopes collapsing? Vetiver’s deep roots lock the ground in place, stopping erosion for good.
Water Conservation
Too much runoff? Dry, depleted soil? Vetiver hedges slow water, retain moisture, and reduce drought impact.
Mulch & Soil Fertility
Weak soil? High fertilizer costs? Trim Vetiver for organic, nutrient-rich mulch that feeds your land naturally.
Pest Control
Insects ruining crops? Vetiver naturally repels pests—no chemicals, no hassle.
Forage | Livestock Feed
Expensive feed? Vetiver is nutritious, fast-growing, and drought-resistant, making it a reliable livestock forage.
Water Purification
Polluted Water? Vetiver’s roots absorb toxins and heavy metals, helping restore water quality — and can be planted on floating pontoons on water courses
Who we are
Mhlalanyoni: Where Sustainability Takes Root
Rooted in sustainability, Mhlalanyoni is more than a farm—it’s a legacy.
Nestled in White River, Mpumalanga, this 10-hectare site has been a hub for conservation and environmental action for over 30 years.
Once home to Dr. Sue Hart, Africa’s first female vet and a pioneer in Vetiver’s introduction to South Africa, our farm continues her mission. Today, we grow Vetiver—the miracle grass that stabilizes land, restores ecosystems, and supports sustainable living.
At Mhlalanyoni, we don’t just grow Vetiver—we cultivate resilience. Every slip we supply carries decades of ecological insight and hands-on experience in land care. From small-scale farms to large restoration projects, our goal is simple: to make sustainable land solutions accessible, effective, and rooted in purpose.
Real Applications. Real Results.
A Proven Solution, Applied Worldwide
Vetiver grass is trusted in over 100 countries for land stabilization, water conservation, and pollution control. From farms to infrastructure projects, this resilient grass is helping shape a more sustainable, protected future.
Slope & Infrastructure Protection – Colombia & Puerto Rico
Vetiver grass stabilizes roads, bridges, and slopes. In Colombia and Puerto Rico, it’s used to prevent erosion and storm damage around highways and culverts.
Agricultural Land Restoration – Kenya & Malawi
Farmers use Vetiver grass to rebuild soil, retain water, and improve crop yields. It’s part of regenerative agriculture in Kenya and widely adopted in Malawi.
Water Purification & Flood Management – Bangladesh & Uganda
Planted along rivers, Vetiver grass reduces flooding and filters pollutants. It’s protecting water sources in Bangladesh and reducing runoff into Lake Victoria in Uganda.
3 simple steps
How to Order Vetiver Grass
Our Orders Page has all the details—pricing, quantities, delivery info, and planting tips for Vetiver grass. Skip the back-and-forth and find everything you need in one place.
We Prepare & Dispatch
Your Vetiver grass is freshly harvested and packed, ready for Monday dispatch.
You Plant & Protect
Follow our simple planting guide and watch Vetiver grass transform your land.
our promise
Stronger Soil, Healthier Land, Lasting Protection
Your land should be stable, fertile, and protected—but erosion, water loss, and poor soil make that a challenge. At Vetiver SA, we specialize in natural, proven solutions that restore and protect your environment. With our Vetiver grass systems, we take care of soil stability, water retention, and sustainability—so you can focus on what matters. Ready to transform your land?