.

Anyone living in the Northern Hemisphere can tell you about the April itch. It’s that feeling that spring is just around the corner. Maybe there’s something about the swelling buds on the trees, the returning bird song or the muddy footprints left on the floor that lifts us out of the drudgery of winter and gives us that rush of excitement. Regardless, we all step a little lighter when we see that little bit of green or feel the warmth of the sun after the cold winter. Here are the top ten spots in the world to get that cabin fever cured. 10. ‪Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia‬‬‬‬ Plitvice Lakes National Park The largest national park in Croatia, Plitvice Lakes is also the most spectacular.  Emerald lakes arranged in cascades create misty waterfalls and shallow pools to feast your eyes on. With the water at its highest level in spring, the waterfalls are magnificent and the pools are ever-changing shades of azure, emerald, grey and blue. The rock formations rising ...

Anyone who has ever experienced a severe cold knows just how important a sense of smell is for our everyday lives. Without it, we might not be able to tell onion from chocolate. We would be “blind” to the danger of a gas leak or a pot burning on a cooker. We would be devoid of all the olfactory experience emanating from the plants in our parks and gardens, meadows, and forests.   Read on to find out which ten plants are especially admired for their beautiful aroma! 10.  Philadelphus coronarius  (Sweet mock-orange) Philadelphus coronarius (Sweet mock-orange) This popular ornamental shrub is praised for its decorative white flowers and strong, but pleasant fragrance. This species has been used as a parent of some of the hybrids, such as  Philadelphus × lemoinei.  It is a hardy, tolerant plant, happily growing in the sun and in partial shade.  The numerous hybrids and varieties available offer a wide choice of sizes and types of flowers. 9....