The almond tree is a deciduous tree, reaching up to 8 meters in height. It blooms in early spring with pink or white flowers. Due to the early flowering and the weather conditions that prevail until March, many almond trees are “burned” by the frosts and the last snow of March, with the result that many remain fruitless or even dry out.
Cucumber is a cultivated plant, widespread in Greece for its use in winter and summer salads. It belongs to the same family as zucchini and melon and there is a wide variety of cucumbers that can be grown and found in the market.
As we all know, jasmine is a very beautiful, evergreen climbing plant that adorns yards and house entrances. There are many varieties (about 300), which will thrive depending on the climate of each region, while its origin is from Central Asia.
Fenugreek is one of the herbs that thrives in Greece, native with over 11 different species. You will find it under many greek names, while it thrives in the Mediterranean countries, in barren lands.
The herb witch hazel is actually a tree, up to 5 meters high and symmetrical in width. Characteristic of this plant, are the impressive yellow flowers, which we can find and collect in autumn and winter. It withstands very low temperatures and thrives in moist and fertile soils.
"Your food is your medicine and your medicine is your food."
