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.

Wild Lady Orchids within the Mediterranean landscape at Mavronero

13. May 2026

At Mavronero, seasonal environmental observation forms part of a broader relationship between cultivation practices, biodiversity awareness, and the surrounding Mediterranean ecosystem. Throughout the spring flowering period, multiple native plant species emerge naturally within cultivated and semi-wild areas, contributing to the...

Wild pyramidal orchids within the Mediterranean landscape at Mavronero

13. May 2026

At Mavronero, environmental observation activities are integrated into broader seasonal cultivation practices and ecological field documentation throughout the surrounding Mediterranean landscape. Seasonal plant observations form part of ongoing relationships between agricultural activity, environmental continuity, and biodiversity awareness. This seasonal interaction...

Wild Serapias orchids within the Mediterranean landscape at Mavronero

13. May 2026

At Mavronero, cultivation activities exist alongside broader ecological processes that continue throughout the surrounding Mediterranean landscape. Seasonal plant observation forms part of this ongoing relationship between agricultural activity, environmental conditions, and local biodiversity. This interaction becomes particularly visible during the...

Chamomile harvesting and natural drying practices at Mavronero

11. May 2026

At Mavronero, cultivation extends beyond plant growth in the field. Harvesting, selection, preservation, and post-harvest handling are approached as interconnected stages within the agricultural system, influencing both the quality of the harvested material and the long-term sustainability of cultivation practices....

Mint harvesting and natural air-drying practices at Mavronero

8. May 2026

At Mavronero, cultivation extends beyond plant growth in the field. Harvesting, selection, preservation, and post-harvest handling are all considered integral parts of the agricultural process, influencing not only the quality of the final product but also the long-term efficiency and...

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...