The Gardening Gesture: Sophie de Roquemaurel
Sitting on her Parisian terrace near the Jardin du Luxembourg, Sophie de Roquemaurel talks to us about the nurturing space she has created there, her rose bushes, and the gardening gestures she enj...
Discover Japanese Gardening Tools
Gardening is an art that requires not only passion and patience, but also quality tools. Japanese gardening tools are among the finest available. They are recognized worldwide for their exceptional...
The Gardening Gesture: Juliette Charpentier-Seguin
Based in the north of Perche, Juliette Charpentier-Seguin shares her gardening gestures, between pruning and cutting flowers, in a garden she is slowly composing.
Why You Need Japanese Secateurs
A forged Japanese secateur changes the way you cut. Carbon steel blade, immediate balance in hand, a clean cut that respects the plant.
Which tool to use for cutting flowers in the garden: Japanese secateur or scissors?
Cutting spent or fresh flowers comes down to the same gesture: a clean cut, made with precision. A fine secateur or scissors let you work without damaging the plant, day after day. Well-chosen tool...
Frankfurt's Palmengarten, a botanical ambition
In Frankfurt, the Palmengarten is home to several large greenhouses, from the Palmenhaus, typical of the 19th century, to the more contemporary Tropicarium. Spaces of glass and light, to be ex...
Exploring the colourful botanical world of Justine Beaussart, floral designer
Our first Botanical Conversation is with Justine Beaussart, floral designer and founder of Nebbia Studio. Her work stands out for its singular varieties, bold colours, and a free, generous style. D...
Agnès Arber: Drawing to understand plant forms
British botanist, researcher, and author Agnes Arber dedicated her life to exploring the link between science and observation. Her notebooks and books reveal a unique approach to botany, where draw...
The Botanical Garden of Palermo, an ode to Sicilian grandeur
Born in the 18th century during the Age of Enlightenment, Palermo's botanical garden blends scientific rigor with Mediterranean charm. A sunny stroll through ancient greenhouses and the scent of ci...
How to protect your garden tools from rust?
Rust is your garden tools' worst enemy: it eats away at the metal, damages the edge, and shortens the lifespan of your pruning shears, knives, spades, or shears. Good news: it's possible to preven...
Tropical walk at the Jardin des Plantes
Listed as a historic monument since 1993, the Grandes Serres (Great Greenhouses) of the Jardin des Plantes are a must-see for botany enthusiasts and those looking for unique walks in Paris. These s...
The Hori Hori: An Indispensable Tool in the Garden
Whether you are a hobby gardener or a seasoned professional, a good tool can make all the difference. Among the most versatile and effective tools is the Hori Hori knife. This Japanese gardening kn...