Bioterra nurseries offer us a wealth of beautiful, organically cultivated and cared for plants. But what actually makes organic plants so special? And where can they be found?
Buying organic plants and seeds from Bioterra nurseries gives you a decisive advantage. Whether native yarrow, fragrant rose or tasty rosemary, organic nurseries keep their plants on a short leash. The plants are watered sparingly, are not given any hormones or genetic engineering and must be able to defend themselves against pesky fungi and insects without the use of synthetic agents.
This is quite a challenge and makes the plants fit, as this requires a strong root system and strong immune defences. Plants from Bioterra nurseries bear the BioSuisse seal and are guaranteed to have these characteristics, as the farms are subject to strict, independent controls.
So if you're wondering why an organically cultivated plant doesn't always look as lush as its non-certified sister, it's because true strength comes from within! As soon as you have planted the plant you have purchased in your garden or on your balcony, it will grow into its full splendour.
Adventures in the Bioterra nursery
If you need expert advice on choosing plants for your own garden, you can visit a local nursery or browse through their range online. There is always a lot to discover. However, a visit is also worthwhile if you simply want to relax and linger amidst a wide variety of plants. The best place to start your search for an organic nursery is the Bioterra website.
Plants don't have wings...
...and organic nurseries don't want to change that. You won't find any plants or seeds in the diverse range of plants and seeds that came to Switzerland on an aeroplane. What you will definitely find, however, is a varied assortment of rarities and rarities, as well as well-known species, created with a lot of love and passion. This is good for the climate and for the regional economy.
The wisdom of age
Those who have successfully colonised the world for centuries often have a lot to offer. It is not uncommon for old varieties and native wild plants to be able to withstand extreme weather conditions such as weeks of drought or rain. The "Bioterra Wild Perennial of the Year 2024", for example, the nettle-leaved bellflower, grows from the lowlands to the subalpine level, in shady and semi-shady places with different soil conditions. It is also a bumblebee favourite and edible. Species like these are fun! Bioterra nurseries promote old varieties and native wild plants of regional origin.
Use the Bioterra community
Bioterra has been connecting people who garden organically and naturally for 75 years, sharing expertise and enthusiasm. The magazine of the same name for organic and natural gardens is the leading gardening magazine in Switzerland and is published seven times a year.
Buy a trial subscription now or browse through the 300 or so courses offered by the Bioterra regional groups or the popular Gartenkind offers. We also look forward to seeing you at our stand in the Nature Garden or at our lectures in the Forum.
