In the Right Place and at the Right Time Lately there is much controversy surrounding wild flowers and their seeds. I’m writing this blog to help lay a foundation for the sensible, practical use of wild flower seeds and to highlight the work of the European Native Seed Producers Association. …
Discover how to support Irish pollinators this autumn by planting late-blooming flowers, leaving gardens untidy, and creating habitats to help bees, butterflies, and wildlife thrive.
December 2023 marked the 10th year of True Harvest Seeds and here’s why we’re celebrating!
Storm Debi brought destruction but also gave us an opportunity for a new seed collection!
A great success for another Schedule 8 endangered wildflower species, which now has its seeds safely stored in our seed bank!
The State of Nature Report 2023 is a testament to the dedicated efforts of thousands of volunteers and experts who monitor and record the United Kingdom’s biodiversity. RSPB provided the secretariat to 60 partner organisations to collate data from the UK and the comprehensive report paints a stark picture of …
Nature enthusiasts and botany lovers, brace yourselves for a delightful surprise! An orchid species named the Autumn Lady’s-Tresses – Spiranthes spiralis was found at Killard National Nature Reserve in Northern Ireland. This remarkable discovery is very exciting for the botany community and what a beautiful wildflower it is! The Discovery …
As Summer transitions to Autumn, wildflowers transform from a riot of colour to a more subdued palette. The vibrant blooms may be fading, but the magic continues! Among the golden hues and rustic browns of September and October, the wildflower seed heads are taking centre stage.
This free guide from All Ireland Pollinator Plan and True Harvest Seeds is all you need to get out collecting seed. It includes tips on how to find a population of wildflowers and which ones pollinators love.
The St. Anne’s Physic Garden is a joint initiative between the Irish Register of Herbalists (IRH) and Dublin City Council Parks Department. The garden was created to showcase traditional medicinal herbs and allow the public access to these wonderful healing plants. The aim of IRH is to facilitate further education for the public on …
