Articles about vegetable crops grown at Mavronero Farm, including their cultivation, development, and harvest.
Growing healthy vegetables begins long before the first harvest. It starts with living soil, carefully selected seeds and the patience to let nature follow its own rhythm. During the autumn of 2025, we sowed carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) and root parsley (Petroselinum crispum var. tuberosum) in one of the raised beds at Mavronero Farm. … Read more
Following the journey from seedlings to ripe tomatoes Earlier this spring, we shared how our cherry tomatoes were planted on the river terrace at Mavronero using soil block propagation, deep planting techniques and organic compost to encourage healthy root development. Read our previous article about planting cherry tomatoes here. A few months later, those same … Read more
Introduction At Mavronero, the planting of cherry tomatoes marks the beginning of one of the most productive phases of the growing season. This stage connects earlier propagation methods with field cultivation, bringing together preparation, timing, and technique. This season, approximately 44 tomato plants from two different varieties have been transplanted into the field, following a … Read more
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 this season. Instead of finishing its cycle after the first harvest, the plant continued growing … Read more
This season at Mavronero, several varieties of lettuce are growing across different parts of the garden, each adapted to slightly different conditions and rhythms. From raised beds to open vegetable beds, lettuces are developing steadily through the cooler months, benefiting from winter light, moisture, and slower growth. Lettuce may seem like a simple crop, but … Read more
Luffa aegyptiaca, commonly known as the sponge gourd or Egyptian cucumber, is a fascinating plant with a variety of uses that extend far beyond the garden. Not only is it famous for producing natural sponges, but it also has culinary, medicinal, and ecological benefits. Part of the cucumber family (Cucurbitaceae), this plant can be a … Read more
Eruca vesicaria, known as Arugula in American English and Rocket in British English, stands as a vibrant testament to the rich tapestry of flavors that the Mediterranean region has to offer. This edible annual plant, a member of the Brassicaceae family, has become a culinary sensation appreciated for its fresh, tart, bitter, and peppery taste. … Read more
Cyprus, with its rich history and diverse flora, plays host to a spectacular natural event every spring—the blooming of mustard flowers. This vibrant display not only adds a burst of color to the island’s landscapes but also weaves a cultural tapestry deeply ingrained in Cypriot traditions. Mustard Blooms in Cyprus Within the vast Brassicaceae family … Read more
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