In April 2023 I went to Koufonisia, two small, beautiful islands in the Cyclades of Greece. The weather was wonderful, with a daily high in the mid-seventies and abundant sunshine. The crowds were almost nonexistent on some days, and the locals embraced us wholeheartedly. In fact, we were even invited to a St. George’s Day celebration where we were supplied with more food than we could eat, plenty of wine, and even a small gift.
One of my favorite things to do while on any vacation is to look out for local flora. Greece did not disappoint. If you have never nibbled wild thyme while hiking on a Greek island, add it to your bucket list. In addition to the wildflowers pictured here there were also orange trees, roses, and gardens spilling over with many blooming flowers and herbs. Until you can get there yourself, enjoy these lovely photos of my trip to Greece.
This article originally appeared in the May/June 2025 issue of Upstate Gardeners’ Journal.
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