Nature Lovers- Garden and Plant Shows To Visit in Europe

Some of these garden and plants shows were already over. Some are still going on and some are about to come. To all nature lovers out there who are traveling in Europe in 2011, you still have the chance to visit some of these garden and plant shows all year long throughout Europe. Thanks to the garden experts for compiling the list below.

Malvern Autumn Garden and Country Show, Malvern, Worcestershire, England

This show in September marks the end of the gardening year and the approach of autumn. Representatives from more than 100 nurseries will have displays here. You can also find garden decors and accessories during the show.

International Violet Meeting, Toulouse, France

Toulouse is known as the world capital of violets. The “pink city” hosted the International Violet Meeting last February 5 and February 6. Botanists, scientists and violet growers from all over the world came to the city to share their knowledge. People who have no professional connection to the world of violets got a lot from this show. There were exhibitions and other attractions centered around flowers. Admission to the show was free.


Holland Flowers Festival, Zwaagdijk-Oost, The Netherlands

Flower lovers had seen many more types of flowers during their travel to the Netherlands for the Holland Flower Festival last February 23 to February 27. The show’s venue was filled with hundreds of kinds of tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, narcissus, irises and crocuses. Early bird tickets and group discounts were available for this show

Floralies Internationales, Geneva, Switzerland

There are still garden and plant shows to visit in Europe as winter approaches. The Floralies Internationales from November 14 to November 23 is held inside the Palexpo Exhibition Centre. The temperatures outside will be between 30 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit but the floral arrangements by exhibitors from all over the world will make it seem like spring inside the Exhibition Centre.


Wicklow Gardens Festival, County Wicklow, Ireland

Travelers who want to see gardens in Ireland have a great opportunity to do so during the Wicklow Gardens Festival from April to September. The gardens that can be visited during the festival are not usually open to the public. Ireland’s Heritage Properties are also on display during the festival. Houses and gardens all over County Wicklow can be visited during the festival. Visitors can see Mount Usher Gardens in Ashford and then travel north to see the Powerscourt House and Gardens in Enniskerry. Travelers who go west from Enniskerry will come to Russborough House and its gardens.

Nature lovers will likely find a plant or garden show to visit in most European countries no matter what time of year they travel to Europe.

Wild Flowers of the Himalayas

Spanning an area of 612,021 square km, the Himalaya Mountain Range is home to an incredibly diverse ecology with flora and fauna that has survived in some of the harshest conditions. Walking the Himalayas, you may come across five of these stunning wild flowers which you’ll find growing along the mountain tracks and valleys.

A trip to the Himalayas seems to be like taking a beautiful garden route especially when seeing the nature around it.

CYANANTHUS INCANUS

This lovely flower is a member of the Bell flower family that grows in the Himalayas. This short plant stands no more than 10cm tall and has small leaves. Greek for “blue flowers ”, these flowers reveal the bright blue-violet petals that they were named for in August and September. The flowers are 2.5cm in diameter and are funnel or bell-shaped.

GENTIANA SINO-ORNATA

The Showy Chinese Gentian is found throughout the Himalayas. Low growing, the Sino-ornata forms a trailing mat of grass-like foliage over rocky soil with large upright trumpet shaped blossoms. Known for producing incredible shades of blue flowers in late summer and early fall, the Sino-ornata has also been used medicinally in teas and remedies.

PALASH TREE

The Palash, or Butea monosperma, is a flowering tree found in the lower altitudes of the Uttarakhand. It is said that the Palash tree is a form of Agnidev, the God of Fire. As punishment for disturbing Lord Shiva and herself, the goddess Parvati changed him into a tree. The Palash blossoms are about 2.5cm long, and are a vibrant red-orange. The blossoms are used to prepare a traditional colour powder for Holi, a spring festival.

BURAN

Burans, or rhododendron, also blooms in early spring along the valleys of the Uttarakhand. These hardy blossoms spread their colour at an altitude above 2,450m making a striking sight against the snow and blue sky panorama. Medicinally, the Buran is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

MARSH MARIGOLDS

Marsh Marigolds, or Caltha palustris, cover the Valley of Flowers. A “U” shaped valley formed by glaciers, the floor of the valley has become covered in flowers and plants that have learned to survive in the harsh conditions. The Marsh Marigold, a cousin to the buttercup, can grow up to 80cm with small yellow flowers 2-5cm in diameter. All parts of the plant are poisonous and excessive handling can cause contact dermatitis or skin rashes.

Researched and compiled by our friends who are travel experts from Love Reading.

Goodbye Winter in Deutschland

It is finally spring time! I am saying goodbye now to winter in Germany. I can still remember the same time last year when it was still snowing during this time. In fact, until the first week of April last year, there was still snow.

I very much welcome another beautiful season of the year, spring time!

an image remembering the winter last January 2011.

WW: The Lake at Kratzmuehle

This is the lake in Kratzmuehle where we visited last August 01, 2009. There are a lot of people who always do camping in this area. It is also a resort at the same time. This is only a part of the lake. I am wondering why the water is so green.

nature photography.

Inambakan Falls Cebu, Philippines

This is a great place to stay especially when you are having a very hot summer day like what we have now. Sad to say, I am thousand miles away from here. This is Inambakan Falls in Ginatilan, a town in South Cebu, Philippines. I had been there once during my vacation to the Philippines this year. What a lovely place to relax here!

Inambakan Falls is said to my 30 meters long. The water is so clear and clean in here.

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Coastal Places in the Philippines

What a beautiful feeling indeed when you wake-up every morning and see this beautiful scenery! I hope to visit it again next year..in God's will! Have a wonderful month of June!
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Looking at The Sky in Regensburg, Germany

I am quite late with my memes but I guess it is fine. This picture was taken as we passed-by the sky in Regensburg in Germany last month. happy weekend to all!
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Lovely Mix Flowers

Good day everyone! It is such a wonderful day today because we are having sunshine. I am sharing some flowers again here. It's been such a long time that I did not update this blog. I hope I can update it all the time but sometimes there are just a lot of things to do...wink!! I wish everyone a lovely day out there! take care folks!

Here are the pictures I took yesterday.
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Primula Flowers

I guess the name of these flowers are Primula or primeln in German. Please correct me if I am mistaken. These are one of the flowers I bought on spring last year. Have a great week to all!
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Watching the Sky in Germany

Weekend is almost here again. I wish everyone a wonderful and meaningful celebration of Easter season! Take care folks and thanks a lot for all your visit and comments to this humble blog. Happy weekend too!

This picture below was taken as we drove to Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany last weekend.
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Pink Flower Reaching To The Sky

Weekend is here again. I can't imagine that this weekend is already the last one for this month. Are you ready for the coming month of April? Yes, I am! Here is a pink flower taken in my friend's garden during her birthday party. I love it! Happy weekend to all!
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Primeln, Primula Flowers

I already planted these Primeln (German name) or Primula flowers in our garden yesterday. I bought some this week and yesterday. Spring is finally here! I am happy that I already saw a lot of flowers growing again in our garden. Have a great week ahead!

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Looking at The Sky in Kinding, Bavaria

It's time to share images of the skies again. This was taken on our way to Kinding, a small town in Bavaria, Germany to attend a birthday party. I am wishing everyone a great week ahead!
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Primrose, Saintpaulien Flowers

Hello everyone! How is your Sunday? I hope you are having a wonderful one. I am writing this quick post to share a picture of Primrose or Saintpaulien or Saintpaulia flowers as it is called in German. here are the beautiful pictures of primroses. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Primrose plants are easy to grow. They prefer cool weather, and full to partial sun. Soil conditions vary from rich loam to average soils, depending upon the variety. Mix in plenty of leaf mold prior to planting. Add leaf mold, if available, each year as a mulch, and to fertilize the plants. Drought tolerant varieties are very popular as ground cover in dry areas.

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Looking at The Sky at the Alps in Austria

We just happened to pass-by at this place somewhere in Austria where you can see the Alp Mountains. This was last November 2008 as you can see the embedded date on the picture below. I am also happy to announce that this blog is joining for the first time another meme named Looking at the Sky on Friday. I guess this is a perfect combination for Skywatch Friday. If you own a photoblog and have a lot of skies photos to share, don't hesitate to click the logos below. Feel free to join, share and watch the beauty of the skies from all over the world. Thanks to the Authors for hosting these beautiful memes!Have fun watching the beauty of the skies!

Coconut and The Sea

I use to pick-up one coconut a day every time I wake-up in the morning. In addition to this, the sea waves add excitement every time I do it. Now it is over! I am already thousands of miles away from this place and I miss it! and when I miss it, I just have to look on the pictures in my computer. Have a great evening! It's time for me to go to bed.

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Lovely Tulips from our Garden

I can't wait to see these tulip flowers to come back in spring time next year. Time is passing so quick right now. 2009 is almost ending. I am wishing you all a great holiday season. I might not be here to greet you on time so I decided to greet you in advance. I will be away for a long vacation to my home country by end of this month. I will try to update my blogs from time to time. Of course, I will also share photos of the sun, blue sky and the lovely beaches from home.

Take care guys and have a lovely Sunday too!


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Donaudurchbruch between Kelheim and Kloster Weltemberg

I believed I am one of the luckiest person who have seen one of the most beautiful place in the world, the Donaudurchbruch or Danube Aperture between Kelheim and Kloster Weltemberg. This place is located in the state of Bavaria in Germany. The Danube Aperture located near the Monastery of Weltemburg is considered to be the most remarkable valley in Germany breaking through a mountain barrier. It was really a very nice experience seeing this place for the second time. We also enjoyed the cruise that we had in the famous Danube River. Have fun watching the pictures in this site.
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Weihnachtsstern, Euphorbia pulcherrima, Poinsettia

I thought Euphorbia pulcherrima, also known as poinsettia or Weihnachtsstern in German has only Red colours. I already saw pink last time. Yesterday I saw these colours golden and yellow. Did they put colour in it or these are natural. No matter what, I still find these flowers beautiful! I took this photo in a garden center. I wish to buy a red one this week. Happy Halloween!

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Anthurium, Flamingo Flowers, Boy Flower

Anthurium also called Flamingo Flowers or Boy Flower belongs to arum family or Araceae. I found this flower very interesting. I hope you had a quality time weekend. Yes, we did!

I took this photo in a garden center around three weeks ago. lovely flower!

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