The BotanicalDryGarden Blog

Perché avere un giardino ecologico è diventata una necessità

Why having an eco-friendly garden has become a necessity

Contributing to the planet’s green lungs with your own resources is essential today, as temperatures rise dramatically and extreme weather events, such as waterspouts and flash floods, occur with increasing frequency. The presence of green spaces, whether a lawn or a “home” garden, helps lower temperatures. Choosing the right plants, which are as eco-friendly as possible, is also important, because an ecological garden is the healthiest choice of all.

Le api e gli insetti impollinatori fanno bene al giardino

Bees and pollinating insects are good for the garden

Pollinating insects are synonymous with life and health for a lawn, a garden, or a crop. Preserving their health, therefore, is essential for the well-being of the environment.

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Water bombs and gardens: managing rainwater to combat drought

With water bombs, the soil is unable to absorb all the water it needs at once in a short period of time. It is therefore a good idea to make use of rainwater for irrigation, devising strategies to retain large quantities within the soil itself.

Guide to Choosing the Right Lawn

Not all alternative lawns are suitable for everyone. Every soil type and area has its own requirements, and the availability of those who care for it also makes a difference. That is why we have put together a guide for anyone who does not know where to begin choosing the lawn best suited to their garden.

Conversion of a traditional lawn to a dry lawn

With increasing drought and the climate crisis, having a dry lawn is the perfect solution for having a lush garden while avoiding water waste. Their success does, in fact, lead people to believe that these plants will replace grass lawns with far fewer requirements. But converting a traditional lawn is not a simple task and must be carried out with great care and attention.

Perdita di biodiversità: i danni della crisi climatica, anche al tuo giardino

Loss of biodiversity: the impacts of the climate crisis, even on your garden

The loss of biodiversity is an inevitable cause of numerous environmental disasters, of irreversible problems for the health of the planet and the survival of many species. At risk are all ecosystems, from the large and apparently indestructible ones, to the small and artificial ones, but no less important, such as those within a garden.

Allarme siccità, Italia a rischio desertificazione: cause, rimedi e piante dry

Drought alert, Italy at risk of desertification: causes, remedies and dry plants

Throughout the country there is a drought alert: Italy, and the Mediterranean in general, risk suffering from desertification. Now, the presence of plants on our territory becomes fundamental, since they are able to absorb CO2. But how to stimulate plant growth if drought prevails?

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Cosa fare in Maremma questa estate: gli eventi BotanicalDryGarden by Night

What to do in Maremma this summer: the BotanicalDryGarden by Night events

If you are looking for something to do in Maremma this summer, attend BotanicalDryGarden by Night, a series of evenings dedicated to art and performance combined with the beauty of nature, hosted by the wonderful botanical garden.

Luoghi da visitare in Toscana: Orbetello tra natura mozzafiato e Botanical Dry Garden by night

Places to visit in Tuscany: Orbetello, between breathtaking nature and the Botanical Dry Garden by Night

Among the most beautiful places to visit in Tuscany this summer, Orbetello undoubtedly stands out, with its nature parks, precious historic center, and Botanical Dry Garden evenings with tastings and exceptional guests.

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Five actions to reduce environmental impact

Everything we do today has an environmental impact. There are some actions we cannot avoid, but there are many others we can give up to reduce pollution. In fact, by making a few simple changes to our habits, we can help combat global warming, little by little.

L’intelligenza delle piante: quello che non sappiamo del mondo vegetale

Plant Intelligence: What We Don’t Know About the Plant World

Plants appear motionless, silent, and still to us, and that is enough to lead us to consider them devoid of intelligence. In reality, however, we should learn from their ability to solve problems and make the right decisions based on their needs.

Un giardino per ogni esigenza: prato resistente al calpestio, alla siccità e alle escursioni termiche

A garden for every need: a lawn resistant to foot traffic, drought, and temperature fluctuations

Different gardens have different needs. Some depend on external factors, such as changing weather, temperature, or sun exposure. Others relate to the needs of their owners: lawns resistant to foot traffic, weeds, and salt spray. Choose the right lawn for your needs.

Ho visitato il Botanical Dry Garden: l’esperienza di una visitatrice incantata

I Visited the Botanical Dry Garden: An Enchanted Visitor’s Experience

To discover the philosophy behind the Botanical Dry Garden and find out what to expect when visiting our park, read the impressions of a visitor during her first trip into the world of dry gardening.

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Animals in the garden: how to choose a dog-resistant lawn

Having a well-kept garden with a pet seems impossible, but a few small tricks and choosing the right lawn will help you easily achieve a lawn that is resistant to dogs, cats, and all your puppies.

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The best plants for a Mediterranean garden

The Mediterranean landscape is rich in plants that are both extremely hardy and highly ornamental. A low-maintenance Mediterranean garden is possible!

Cosa fare in Maremma? Visita BotanicalDryGarden!

What to do in Maremma? Visit BotanicalDryGarden!

What to see on a holiday in Maremma? Whether you are a couple or with children, here is an original destination for you: the first dry botanical garden in Italy!

The many varieties of rosemary and their properties

Rosmarinus officinalis is the king of Mediterranean cuisine: discover many different types of rosemary, how to grow them, and what their beneficial properties are.

Is planting trees to save the planet useful?

The G20 2021 agreed to plant one trillion trees to combat climate change. Want to help? Find out how to choose your tree!

Le migliori piante per un giardino sempreverde

The best plants for an evergreen garden

Discover how to design your evergreen garden with a selection of hardy plants: small trees, groundcovers, hedging plants, and flowering plants.

Ideas to beautify a concrete wall in your garden

Do you need to hide an ugly wall in the garden or create a flowering wall? It couldn't be easier—discover the best ideas for covering an exterior wall!

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