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Thanks Ina, I really appreciate your comment. 😊 The colors are out there, we just have to go and pick them. It's all very beautiful, and I think the Camus quote is extremely appropriate. It's the first time I planted kale and for being in a pot it seems to have grown very well. As for black kale, it is typical of Tuscany. It is very resistant, last year in March I let it flower for the bees. You can find it with various names, here it is called "cavolo nero" (black kale) but in English it is also called Tuscan kale, lacinato kale, black cabbage and even dinosaur kale. In German Schwarzkohl. As you have seen the recipe is very simple but good. Greetings to your friends in the woods.

Hi Lara, I'll tell you the composition of the blend: black tea from Ceylon, South India and China, elderberries, blackberry, pieces of strawberry and raspberry. We bought it in Trento. Yes, the landscapes are beautiful, and above all, I have them here at my fingertips, I leave the house and without taking any vehicle I start my walk. In fact, the traditional Tuscan recipes are different but it is also suitable for being cooked in other ways, and I like this one a lot. In fact, it should snow here too, we'll see tomorrow morning, for now nothing. Thank you very much for your comment, I'm happy that you liked it and found it interesting. Have a good weekend! 😊

@fifthfloorgarden the tea sounds really delicious ! You are very lucky to have such a beautiful place next home ! Oh I didn't remember about ribollita toscana, It has cavolo nero and it's sooo good 😋

Thank you so much for your comment. 😊 Yes, the colors of nature are truly spectacular at this time of year.🍂 And I fully agree with that quote by Albert Camus. Indeed, I used a drone this time, and it was worth it. Thanks again, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Hi, thanks for your comment! 😊 I keep the two Bokashi buckets in my kitchen, one full for fermentation and one that’s being filled. I can assure you that, when used correctly, they don’t smell at all, and there are no worms or anything like that. Personally, I don’t add meat scraps, but I don’t think it would make a difference. Ms. Z has a very sensitive nose. 😊 The Bokashi tea does have a distinct smell, but you only notice it when draining it through the tap. This whole part is done indoors. There’s a slight smell when transferring from the Bokashi bucket to the soil container, but only until you cover it with soil. This final phase is done outdoors, not inside the house. I hope I’ve shared useful info to help you get a bountiful harvest! 🌱

@ luckily we have the same sensitive nose 😂 thank you for this helpfull information. In the South of Vietnam, the weather is hot, arround 28-30oC (~ 85oF), just little bit cooler in the end of the year, so I’m not confident with this type of fertilizer. But I have a baby and this is the most reason makes me hunt an organic method. So happy to see your video here. Thank you so much!

Keep in mind that even here in Northern Italy, we get those temperatures or even higher in the summer. ☀️ Sending greetings to you and your little one from Italy! 😊

Hi, thank you for sharing your experience. 😊 Yes, that's also a great method. I needed a solution I could manage indoors since I don’t have a garden and wanted something less demanding. With Bokashi, once it's in the bucket, you don’t need to mix it.

Thank you, Miranda, for your comment! 😊 I see that many have heard of this method but haven’t seen concrete examples. I’m happy if this video can be useful to someone. I wouldn’t mind having access to vermicomposting either. 🪱 I’ve done some experiments in the past, but on a balcony, it’s quite inconvenient. In your case, you could even combine both methods. Let me know if it works for you! 👩‍🌾🌱

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm happy to hear that you find both inspiration and a sense of calm in my videos; that means a lot to me. 😊 This method really is so adaptable, and I’m glad to show how even a small balcony can thrive. Let me know your results if you try this method! 🌿🌻

Thank you Elina! Glad you like it.

Thank you for your comment; I really appreciate it! Yes, the advantage is that the first phase of composting is done entirely indoors without any hygiene issues or bad odors. Plus, it works in all seasons.

Thank you so much for your comment! I hope this video can be helpful for people like me who don’t have much space to grow plants.

Thank you for your comment! Bokashi composting is a very useful method for small setups like mine where there’s no garden or in urban spaces. If I had more space, I’d go for traditional composting methods. However, I know that some people combine the two systems, for example, using Bokashi during the colder months. The biodigester idea is really interesting-thanks for sharing your experience!

Hi! Thank you so much; I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I’ll definitely keep an eye on the bird feeder and make sure it doesn’t cause any issues. Hopefully, the neighbors won’t mind!

I really love it; it’s one of my favorite dishes during the warm season!

Thank you for your comment!

Thank you so much for your kind words, it means a lot to me! ❤ I'm really happy you enjoyed the video and appreciate autumn's beauty as much as I and Ms. Z do. The colors truly are incredible this time of year 🍂. The Jerusalem artichoke is such a versatile plant-both lovely and delicious! Thanks again for watching and for your thoughtful comment! 😊

Thank you so much! Even rainy mornings have their charm, especially when nature is all around.

Thank you so much! I'm really glad my videos bring a smile to your face. 😊 How lovely that you've picked up some plants for spring planting! What kind of plants did you buy?

@@fifthfloorgarden I bought some daisies and herbs. Just moved so I’m planning a little herb garden.🪴

@@wildpeace Perfect, it's a good start!

Thank you so much for you comment! These are the flowers of *Helianthus tuberosus*, commonly known as Jerusalem artichoke, sunchoke, Canadian sunflower, German turnip, or tuberous sunflower. The tubers are edible and have a taste similar to artichokes.

@@fifthfloorgarden That's great. Thank you so much for this information. Cheers

I'm glad you found it helpful. Cheers! 😊

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video and the sounds of the birds. ❤ They are my soundtrack all year round. Now I'm waiting for them to come and eat at the self-service spot I’ve prepared for them. It’s always a joy to share what I’m planting as the seasons change.

Thank you Cynthia, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you so much! We humans also have setbacks from time to time, but I’m recovering now. I’m really happy to be able to enjoy nature walks again, they bring me so much peace. I’m also glad you enjoyed the video-it means a lot! 😊

Thank you so much for your comment; I really appreciate it. 🙂 Now I hope the little birds notice this thing I made for them. 🐦 Yes, the table is low, but it's the one we sometimes use for breakfast on the balcony. In fact, I should set up a corner of my home to do various projects and build a workbench at the right height.

Beautiful video as always! I really enjoyed watching the rainy scenes and the transforming of your cozy balcony. 😊 October is one of my favorite months! 🍂

@@inadoart Hi Ina, thank you so much for your comment. 😊 I'm glad you liked it. I especially enjoy the changing of the seasons, each one has its own meaning, and I try to appreciate the beauty in all of them. As for the balcony, the winter plants are growing, and soon I'll start harvesting them. I'm curious to see if the bird feeder will be appreciated.

Ma dai! Scrivi dal mio paese, sono nato a Oostende e vissuto a Blankenberge. Quì ha piovuto molto in questi giorni ma oggi è una splendida giornata. Le escursioni delle temperature tra un giorno e l'altro sono elevate. Sono molto felice che ti piacciano i miei video e spero che apprezzerai i prossimi.

@@fifthfloorgarden ma no ! Troppo bello questo. Io sono dalla parte francese (Namur). Mi piacono anche le ricette. Guardo le video al lavoro. Mi fanno molto bene. Spero che il tempo sarà bello per i raccolti invernali 👍

Ho dei ricordi molto remoti di Namur. Persi mio padre all'età di cinque anni e l'unica foto che ho con lui è stata scattata in un viaggio a Namur e Dinant. Mi piace molto l'idea che delle persone abbiano giovamento vedendo i miei video. A presto Sara!

I couldn’t agree more-there’s something magical about how nature and music come together in such harmony. Sending warm greetings from the hills of northern Italy! 🌸🎶

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Thank you so much! 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Wishing you sunny autumn days as well!

Thank you so much Kelly! 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed it. More videos are on the way!

Thank you for your kind words! 😊 I'm glad you found my channel and that you enjoy it. I really appreciate having four seasons. I love spring with its blooms, and after the summer heat, autumn is always welcome. It’s strange to think that it's spring on your side of the world right now! Sending warm greetings from Italy! 🇮🇹🌿

@@fifthfloorgarden thank you ☺️

In my country, September is the rainy month. I love rain so much 😁🌧️

@larabooks Hello! 😊 It sounds like we're both still waiting for those autumn colors to show up! The rain definitely makes its presence known, though. Physalis berries are also called alchechengi, they are widely used in pastry making. Thank you so much for your kind words about the balcony, it means a lot. Buona domenica a te! 🌿🍂

@@xovalove Hi, thanks for your comment! 😊 September has brought more rain here too, but not as much as you 🌧 Today for example is a beautiful sunny day and the temperature has risen again. Greetings from Italy! 🌿😊

Hello! In Athens, Greece it still feels like summer, only without the heatwaves. I can't wait for the weather to get colder and my teas warmer. I always enjoy your videos, they bring me a sense of calmness and joy. Thank you! Looking forward for the next one!

@@mytatsu25 Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 It's wonderful to know that my videos convey a sense of calm and joy to you. Yes, after so much heat you want to be a little cooler with more autumnal atmospheres.🍂 Today here is a gray rainy day. Thanks again for your comment and I hope you enjoy the next videos! 🌿

Yes, nature is wonderful💚

That's amazing! I hope you had a great time in Milan. Lake Como has many beautiful spots to visit. Some are easily reachable by train from Milan.

Hi Viel, yes this year the tomato cultivation went very well. I am very satisfied. Thank you.

Hello Viel! Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm really happy you enjoyed the beauty and calm of the videos. There's something so special about creating a peaceful space with plants. I’d love to hear more about what you’re growing. 🌿

Thank you! ❤️ Have you seen the full video? th-cam.com/video/YM1CeU-vkZA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=J1Wylxgts0K10PEp

@@fifthfloorgarden Thanks for the link. I enjoyed the full video! 🌻

Thanks for watching, I hope you'll enjoy the next ones too!

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and that it gave you that cinematic feeling. It was our first time in Nesso, the waterfall and the old bridge are really magical! There are so many beautiful places to see on Lake Como. And I can confirm that the jam came out really tasty! Thanks again for watching and sharing your thoughts! 💛🍯

Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to share more seasonal adventures with you!

謝謝你！我很喜歡與你分享我生活的地方，就像我也喜歡看見遙遠的地方和了解其他文化一樣。美不僅存在於一個地方，我們也能在意想不到的地方發現它。希望你也會喜歡接下來的影片。

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to hear that the content resonated with you.

Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! I love how you captured the atmosphere of late summer-it’s such a unique and nostalgic time of year. The mix of warm sun and cooler days is magical. And yes, the nectarine jam that Ms. Z made turned out amazing! 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed watching the divers too; they were so much fun to film! Thanks for watching and for your lovely words! 🌞

Thank you so much for the kind words Jeanne! I’m really happy you’re enjoying the videos. More relaxing content is on the way!