There was a time when Yvoire was forgotten after many historical ups and downs, in the 1950s, Yvoire began to be noted for its victories in competitions, especially winning the title of “National Flower”. Yvoire topped the competition for the best preserved villages in 1959 in France, represented France and won the Cup in the European Garden and Landscape Competition. With an area of ​​only 3.12 km² and more than 800 inhabitants, over 7 centuries, the ancient and poetic Yvoire still retains its unique and strange charm. It seems that the traces of time have not lost its original beauty and peacefulness. Coming to Yvoire, visitors can admire the beauty of medieval architecture and bask in the fresh air with fragrant multi-colored flowers and charming unique trees… Thanks to ingenious decorative arts and meticulous care, the people here have created a beautiful, romantic, magnificent, majestic and unforgettable space for anyone who visits this country. The first overwhelming thing when arriving in Yvoire is flowers – flowers of all kinds, all colors, meticulously planted, cared for and arranged. Flowers are everywhere: flowers on the windowsill, flowers on the balcony, flowers on the pier, flowers on the squares…, even the boats that are no longer in use are covered with flowers. And of course, there can be no shortage of flowers in alleys and restaurants. Located right next to Lake Geneve is a splendid castle reflecting on the clear blue water, built in the 14th century by Count Amadee, in an area with a unique geographical position and important military significance. by Leman. The old houses here are built of stone, so the summer is extremely cool, they are also adorned with colorful flowers and the walls are filled with green plants. Coming to Yvoire, it is impossible not to visit the Five Senses labyrinthine garden, open to visitors from 10 a.m. weekdays from April to October, an ideal choice to enjoy the fresh air. Inspired by the Middle Ages, the garden is a maze filled with green plants and leaves, with hundreds of fragrant flowers and fruits that awaken all the senses. In addition to the colorful picture of nature and the harmony in architecture, the ancient village of Yvoire also attracts visitors by its galleries, selling original works of art, and small souvenir shops. If visitors love to collect and hunt for unique antiques, this will be the ideal place, because they will be surprised when many antique shops here sometimes sell seemingly lost treasures. accumulation in the world. No matter what season you come here, visitors can always enjoy the fragrant scent of colorful flowers that fill the streets, shops, restaurants, to rustic stone houses with signs written in Chinese. The ancient letters are full of art and magnificent architecture, the mossy colors of time and the peaceful, poetic and romantic life, which anyone who once set foot in will never leave.

With the book Sustainable gardening for Dummies , Donna Ellis offers readers an endless passion for gardening, and most of all, sustainable gardening. The book becomes more relevant during the free time of the epidemic season. Sustainable Gardening for Dummies by Donna Ellis. Photo: CARD What is “sustainable gardening”? The concept of “sustainability” has been mentioned a lot in recent times, but not everyone understands its application. The title of the book introduced the problem, then went into depth analysis of the aspects of “sustainable gardening” in the following sections: Basic understanding of sustainable gardening, sustainable garden design, construction Building healthy habits in a sustainable space, growing sustainable trees… Donna Ellis points out that “sustainable” means making the most of what we have and conserving all our precious natural resources, benefiting the planet, without harming the environment. Not only trees, but soil, water, and all care and irrigation activities can have a good or bad impact on the Earth. Understanding that, the author provides readers with information from general to in-depth, ranging from garden design, plant varieties, to soil analysis methods and formulas to determine the appropriate capacity. for the water tank. In particular, Donna Ellis confessed that she was a person who used to “rely on chemicals”, causing harm to the environment. Through the book, she reminds readers to limit the use of chemical fertilizers; instead, “take care of and protect the tree in a nature-friendly way”. Gardening in a small space Many people, especially those who live in the city “the land is tight, the people are crowded”, often say: “I only have a small yard, so I certainly can’t do anything”. They did not know that “just a small potted plant on the windowsill, a coriander plant is already a garden”. The book is designed in a smart structure so that anyone, from beginners to those who have been taking care of the garden for many years, can easily grasp the information and apply it right away. For example, readers can choose the topic “Designing a Sustainable Garden” (part 2) to learn how to create a space to grow plants on a small area of ​​​​land. The garden may be small, but the benefits it brings to the family and nature are huge. In addition, Donna Ellis provides interesting side-by-side insights and detailed reference figures. All are presented in a scientific way, easy to help readers grasp. If you are a nature lover, interested in environmental issues or simply want to start gardening then Sustainable gardening for Dummies is a handbook that should not be ignored, especially during this epidemic season. A small garden can improve the mood for gardeners, making the living space comfortable and pleasant, especially without taking too much effort to worry and take care of. Sustainable gardening changes not only people’s lives, but the planet’s. The book with suggestions and easy-to-follow tips, gives readers a passion for gardening and practical lessons to have a sustainable garden where plants and people can live happily, healthy.