Tag Archive: garden

Squash

Last week, we finally picked the little squash from the garden, it was really cute. (text and photo by Inès).

Lavender

A lavender. A brave aromatic plant which traveled from the sunny south of France to the cold north, here in Champs sur Marne. It adapts to its environment, requires no special care and offers a taste and a scent most used for bakery, perfumes, honey-making… Its unique purple flowers are a symbol of Provence. (text and photo by Aglaé)

Borage

I came across this beautiful flower in the garden and, on doing more research, I discovered some really interesting facts. It is called « Borago officinalis », it is edible and is used in salads, cooked dishes and drinks. It even has medicinal uses. It comes from the Mediterranean region, but it can be found in gardens all around the world. (text and photo by Milagros)

Oak Tree

This is an oak tree and it is the masterpiece of the garden. First, because it is the highest plant of the garden and so it protects it from the wind or other dangers. The oak tree is also bringing nutrients for plants and animals with its roots and through its falling leaves and tassels. Finally, it is a symbol of the garden and is always beautiful and impressive. (text and photo by Gautier)

Fall Asters

Unique and wonderful flowers are shining through a green background thanks to their singular color. They look so beautiful and healthy , even after a long time without having been taken care of. Here is the proof that nature’s beauty will always find a way to express itself!  (text and photo by Yassine)

Cherry tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes are some of the sweetest (and the cutest) tomato varieties. Usually red, they can also be yellow, green, purple or even black just like this one (that was quite yummy). (text and photo by Mathilde).

Borage

Mysterious blue flowers rising amongst chaos. No matter the situation, nature’s beauty will find a way to shine. (text and photo by Arnaud)

Onion squash

This onion squash is definitely the minor miracle of this garden. Plump and good-looking, bathed in the sun, it is pampered by all the visitors who manage to find it. Even the green leaves around are making sure the squash get enough attention. I really like its vivid orange colour reminding us that summer has already given way to autumn. (text and photo by Léa)

Weird plant

Text and photo by Tanguy

Lemon Balm

Lemon balm looks a lot like mint. But if you take the time to smell it you won’t make the mistake because of its strong lemon scent. Lemon balm spreads quite quickly and is now all over the jardin Pontanique ! If you want to help stem its proliferation, you can come gather some to use as aroma for cooking. (text and photo by Alexis)