Adopt a tree and protect Forest of the Seven Heavens

Bosco Sette Cieli is located along the Magna Via Francigena in the Moarda Valley. This rocky and fragile landscape is exposed to strong winds and faces a high risk of wildfires. In this challenging environment, Rossella Calascibetta’s farm, “Caseificio delle Scale,” hosts the food forest, which has been designed in collaboration with the Rewild Sicily Collective. 

This initiative goes beyond simple reforestation; it aims to create a fully functional agroforestry ecosystem. The project will involve planting nearly two thousand native trees and shrubs arranged in seven vegetational layers: tall trees, smaller trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants, ground covers, bulbs, and climbing plants. Bosco Sette Cieli aspires to become a refuge for local wildlife, providing a continuous supply of fruits, seeds, nectar, and habitats throughout all seasons. 

The selected species will benefit not only wild animals, such as birds, pollinating insects, and small mammals, but also humans. The design aims to restore natural cycles by enriching the soil with organic matter, boosting biodiversity, and creating a milder microclimate. Additionally, it will act as a vital ecological corridor, strengthening biodiversity and improving the landscape in an area currently facing environmental degradation. 

Another key aspect of the project is wildfire prevention. The shrub barrier along the edges of the food forest will help slow the spread of fires, offering increased protection. Furthermore, controlled goat grazing, which is part of the daily operations on the farm, will naturally reduce herbaceous biomass, further lowering the risk of summer wildfires.