Pompons in the landscape Leucaena is an overlooked evergreen tree, it is drought tolerant and fast growing in a suitable environment. Its leaves are a pretty pattern and texture, with a flower which is dense and has a globular cluster that resembles a pompon. The white Popinac flowers between May –[…]
Exploring mature trees in the Landscape Out and about again loving nature and enjoying the scenes, it’s August and the trees are feeling the heat too, no rain for at least two months if not more in Cyprus and in 40-degree temperatures, some species don’t mind it for a while[…]
Exploring the Landscape Going out on an everyday basis isn’t just about getting to your destination. To us it’s what goes on from A to B in the landscape. I will give you an example, we get in the car from Limassol to Nicosia and we may stop 10 times to[…]
Lavandula angustifolia English lavender or common lavender is one of the most used garden plant in the Mediterranean. It is the number one plant that is associated with the Mediterranean garden style. In combination with olive trees, vines and various other herbs it creates the distinctive style that reminds us[…]
Landscape Venturing out towards the mountain regions of Cyprus is a pleasant change from the beach life. It appeals because it is a total contrast if you just want to get away and see a different landscape and breathtaking views. Pelendri would be a wonderful choice to change your perspective[…]
Playgrounds Over the years of observing play spaces in Cyprus, nothing really has changed, my passion to have better recreational and learning environments for children is still as passionate as it ever was. I get quite upset when I take my son to his public school and his playground is[…]
The Kavo Gkreko visitor center was officially opened on 27.05.2017. It is a key initiative to provide quality information for environmental education for the public. The environmental center provides a valuable resource for classroom teachers, parents, educators and of course tourist that visit the island of Cyprus. Kavo Gkreko is located at the Southeastern[…]
A trip you must take! Taking a nature break in a picturesque environment has a positive outcome on your wellbeing and the effect from the smell of aromatic plants can boost your happiness. We from Scapetacular have visited such a park that includes nature, fun, and education for the whole family. Cyherbia is situated in[…]
Exploring nature Caledonia falls is one of the highest in Cyprus, and I began the trail near the presidential residence and hiked down along the Kyros river, it is one of the few streams that flow all year round. The hike took approximately 2 hours just to walk down, there[…]
Benefits for using native plants in your landscape Using native plants as much as possible in the Cyprus landscape for me is very important for designing a planting plan which is essential for the survival of the plants in the design. In the Mediterranean climate with dry summers require hardy[…]
