Flora

Due to the ecological farming, there’s a rich biodiversity to find on Mavronero Farm. Here, we introduce you to the plants and their usage and specifications.

French lavender at Mavronero: flowering dynamics and ecological interactions

30. April 2026

At Mavronero, the presence of aromatic species is not incidental but part of a broader ecological approach to cultivation. French lavender (Lavandula stoechas) is one of the plants that naturally integrates into this system, contributing to both environmental stability and...

Peas at Mavronero: from autumn sowing to spring harvest

21. April 2026

At Mavronero, the harvest is not an isolated moment but the result of a process that begins months earlier. The peas now being collected were sown in October and December, establishing during the cooler months and developing gradually under seasonal...

Irises at Mavronero: seasonal emergence and natural expansion

16. April 2026

Morphological characteristics Irises (Iris spp.) are perennial herbaceous plants characterized by a highly distinctive floral structure composed of three upright petals (standards) and three downward-curving sepals (falls). These elements often display contrasting coloration, functioning as visual guides that direct pollinators...

Giant fennel (Ferula communis)

7. April 2026

Tall flowering giant fennel plants are currently in full bloom at Mavronero, creating bright yellow accents across the Mediterranean landscape. Their umbrella-shaped flower clusters rise above seasonal grasses and shrubs, marking a distinctive phase of spring vegetation. Giant fennel is...

Broad Beans harvest begins at Mavronero

1. April 2026

Early spring harvest of broad beans after winter growth cycle. (Vicia faba) The broad beans at Mavronero have now entered their harvest phase. After growing steadily through the winter months, the plants are producing well-developed green pods ready to be...

Radishes ready for harvest at Mavronero

25. March 2026

Freshly harvested radishes collected from the field after early spring rainfall. (Raphanus sativus) At Mavronero, the radishes planted approximately six to seven weeks ago have reached harvest stage. Seasonal rainfall provided favourable soil moisture, supporting rapid development and allowing the...

Pink Potatoes Harvest at Mavronero

24. March 2026

Freshly harvested pink potatoes collected from a raised bed at Mavronero. (Solanum tuberosum) This week at Mavronero, we harvested our pink potatoes after the plants naturally reached the end of their growing cycle. The foliage gradually turned yellow and dry...

Peach Tree Blossom at Mavronero

13. March 2026

(Prunus persica) This season, a young peach tree (Prunus persica) has come into bloom behind the pumphouse at Mavronero, offering an unexpected display of soft pink blossoms. Peach trees are among the earliest flowering fruit trees in Mediterranean climates. Their...

Common Grape Hyacinth (Muscari neglectum)

13. March 2026

After rainy days, these tiny flowers begin to appear across the landscape. They are very small and easy to miss — so watch your step. This season, Common Grape Hyacinth (Muscari neglectum) is emerging naturally at Mavronero. These small seasonal...

Broccoli ( Brassica oleracea var. italica)

5. March 2026

Broccoli is a well-known vegetable from the cabbage family and one of the most nutritious crops commonly grown in gardens and small farms. At Mavronero Farm, one of our broccoli plants from last year recently produced a new head again...