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In Varese, there are several greenhouses protected by the first pre-Alpine slopes, where orchids are cultivated with true passion and joy. Elegant and wild, these flowers are mysterious and fascinating, and have always been a feature of undisputed beauty and elegance. Far from being delicate, they are tenacious plants and quite adaptable to most different environments – they have always mesmerized artists and scientists from all over the world.

The Varesina Orchidee farm was born as a professional and dedicate nursery specialized in the cultivation and sale of botanical and hybrid tropical varieties from all over the world. After all, flower nursing has been a local tradition for centuries.

In the company greenhouses, there are several different environments for various species of flowers. Thousands of orchids and tillandsias are currently grown, giving visitors the feeling of being plunged into a most remote and pristine tropical forest at a stone’s throw from the centre of Varese. It’s, therefore, a must-see place for all enthusiasts, amateurs and simple visitors fancying a dive into tropical nature.

The company offers the most unusual orchid species, as well as the rarest specimens from all over the world. On sale, there are also the most common and well-known varieties: all in all, any type of customer will definitely find something interesting. Everything here is grown with true love and passion for the enchanted world of orchids.

There is also a wide choice of materials and tools for cultivation, like pots, containers, bark, baskets, rafts, fertilizers, and anything else needed to cultivate with skill and precision.

And for all those who want to know more, cultivation courses are regularly organized (The Academy of Orchids) along with themed daily events (“A chat in the greenhouse”): the best-kept secrets of the art of orchid-growing are therefore up for grabs.

Personal training is available as well: just book yours by phone and you’ll be thoroughly tutored by real experts.

If your orchids need to be treated, the “SOS orchids” desk is available (during the greenhouse opening hours); you can have your plants thoroughly checked, along with some further teaching and advice about keeping them healthy and – if necessary – repotting your creations.

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