Archivi categoria: Gardening in Chianti

A Bithday Gift – Regalo di Compleanno

Usually on my birthday roses are in full blossom. This year my bithday was approching and no roses yet. It was a strange sensation as I did not really recognised the growing ….suspence despite the calendar as I had no … Continua a leggere

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Gunnel from Sweden

Growing peonies is my dream since I have been moving to Chianti from Florence down town. Peonies grow in shrubs and they are delicate and elegant. Colours range from white, cream or yellow, to pink, rose and brilliant scarlet. Peonie are perfect for flower … Continua a leggere

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Winter at Ancora del Chianti

Most of our guests ask: “What do you do in winter?” This is Filippo’s answer: “I take care of the vineyard and olive trees“. Winter is a quite moment in the fields: pruning and maitenance is the main job to … Continua a leggere

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Grape Harvest at Ancora

In early October we had our 2010 grape harvest. This is a big event at Ancora because this is the crucial moment when the hard work of one year must give the best result. Every year Filippo chooses a different date: … Continua a leggere

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Lavender & Butterfly

Lavender is a blue explosion in the garden of Ancora del Chianti. Lavender is a very strong plant ideal for Mediterranean climate. It need little water or none and can bear the wind very well. It loves dry and hot weather. … Continua a leggere

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