Greek gardens are coming to fruition as trees begin to bear fruit, and vegetables wait for a burst of sunshine to spring into life.
Amidst the news of economic doom which pervades Greece, the simple things continue to bring pleasure. A late start to summer has delayed the advent of fruit and vegetables somewhat, but as June arrives it heralds a spurt of quick growth.
Kumquat trees are laden with fruit, strawberries tantalise, and the peaches promise to be succulent soon. Figs begin to form for autumn lushness.
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Pomegranates which are ripe for picking in September begin to form into fruit onto the trees.
Pomegranate fruit forming on tree
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Winter tangerines are budding, promising a bumper crop.
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Nectarines, almost as large as apples, will be ripe and ready for picking within the month.
Nectarines growing on tree
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Plenty of May rain has given a burst of life to peas and courgettes growing in the ground, as peapods begin to form full of sweet delights.
Courgettes and peas growing
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Cherry tomatoes ripen in pots in the sun, whilst onions form beneath the hot soil.
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As herb gardens burst forth with basil, mint, sage, rosemary, and lemon sage, the colourful beauty of flowers surrounds them.
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The olive trees burst with fruit promising a bumper crop for olive oil this winter, and the surplus wood is chopped in readiness for the winter wood-burners.
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