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Xochimilco: The City of Floating Gardens
Thought Venice was the only floating city? There are actually sisters and brothers of this wonderful Italian site, starting with the city of Xochimilco in Mexico. Xochimilco is one of the 16 delegations in which Mexico City is divided. Just 22 km from the capital city, this location offers all its visitors an experience not […]
Continue readingHow to help Bees and Butterflies? Here are the Plants and Flowers to Choose
As scientists have been saying for some years, bees are facing a real extinction. Enriching your green space, even though it is small, by focusing on honey plants rich in nectar and flowers for bees, is an idea to help these small insects so precious for our survival. But, which are the plants to choose […]
Continue readingGreen Weekend among Italy’s Most Beautiful Blossom
A weekend among Italy’s most beautiful blossom spots: immerse yourself in the fragrant meadows and enjoy a picnic, all organic and plastic-free. Spring brings the first blossom; thousands of flowers are in bloom and colour nature in its many shades. All around us, we can see flowering trees, smell the enchanting fresh scent of flowers, […]
Continue readingFlowered Italy: half of the flowers in Europe are here
We have often talked about the inestimable heritage of Italy, whether artistic or natural. We have just discovered another and new primacy of the peninsula about flowers and plants: the Italian flora accounts for about half of the known species in Europe. The State of Natural Capital in Italy is an important dossier that examines […]
Continue readingFlowers: What is the environmental cost of them?
Flowers are common gift in almost every culture. Either it is for your love, mother, sibling or colleague. There are always occasions, where a bunch of flowers sounds like a good gift. But is it ecological? Lately, I had my b-day party and I received a lot of flowers. Only one bunch made me truly […]
Continue readingHow house greenery can boost your health
Did you know that home plants can help create the perfect home atmosphere? But also, thanks to them, you can improve your physical and emotional health. Improve your health with house greenery The power of our green helpers Many of us keep potted flowers or other indoor plants at home. Many do it because it […]
Continue readingHow to Turn Your Balcony or Terrace into a Garden for Birds
Do you have a large space available on your terrace? Have you ever considered the idea of turning your balcony or terrace into a birdhouse? Follow our tips and learn how to do it in few simple moves! Among the most popular trends of the last period, there is the so-called ‘birdgarden’ a small paradise […]
Continue reading5 Fun Indoor Games with Recycled Paper: Don’t Waste It And Let Your Imagination Run Wild!
From paper plants to paper-mache animals… discover 5 beautiful creations to do at home with recycled paper. Spend some quality time with your children creating these beautiful objects. This health emergency due to Coronavirus is really challenging us. As a matter of fact, it’s not that easy being in a lockdown; it’s even harder when […]
Continue readingMore flowers and less pesticide spray, for a sustainable agriculture
Boosting biodiversity to reduce pesticide spray, Science tells us it is possible. Recent studies show the beneficial effect of flowers for organic farming. Poppies, daisies, cornflowers attract predatory insects and parasites, acting as true ‘natural pesticides’ Coriander, cornflower, buckwheat, poppy, and dill are being planted in long stripes across the fields to attract insects that usually […]
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