Cuba is a tropical island, well-suited to growing many fruits and vegetables plus ornamental plants. Organic farms have sprung up by necessity, because they can’t get pesticides into the country.
Back to Cuba Trip – 2012
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zoysia grass
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green in all directions
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cactus conservatory at National Botanical Garden
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organic farm entrance
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worm bins on organic farm
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compost piles on organic farm
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public garden center
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mango trees for sale
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organic lettuce
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topiary at cemetery
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croton used for color in landscape
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fittonia (who knew it bloomed??!)
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African tulip