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 …
In a world where urbanisation and industrialisation have altered our natural landscapes, it is increasingly important to come together and take proactive steps to protect and preserve our environment. We hope you take this experience as inspiration to encourage your workplace to implement similar initiatives! The Power of Teamwork The …
We are getting an increasing number of questions asking what are members of the public allowed to do with regards to picking plants when you’re not on your own property. Introduction Our wild plants now face two new additional threats: foraging and grey imports (see my blog on Grey Imports, …
How Do We Germination Test? Germination testing is the process of testing a batch of seeds to determine how many successfully sprout and grow into healthy plants. The testing involves placing a sample of seeds in a controlled environment with optimal conditions for germination. These conditions include the right temperature, …
Tyrella Beach Tyrella Beach is a beautiful stretch of coastline located in County Down, Northern Ireland. Known for its long sandy beach, dunes, and stunning views it is the perfect spot for swimming, surfing, or simply enjoying a peaceful stroll. The beach is home to a variety of plant life …
We depend on plants, without them we wouldn’t have oxygen to breathe. The food we survive on is either plant based or produced through plants. It is the derivatives of plants that create medicines to return us to health when we are sick. They enrich our lives as we take …
Hypochaeris glabra, Smooth Cat’s Ear, is an endangered native wildflower in Ireland. It occurs only on the North Coast of the island in small populations. It is on the Schedule 8 Plant List, Wildlife and Natural Environment Act (Northern-Ireland) 2011, placing it under government protection. This legislation is one means …
Ireland’s native wildflowers In recent years, there has been a growing interest in preserving Ireland’s native wildflowers. These plants are an important part of the country’s natural heritage, and play a vital role in supporting biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Unfortunately, many of these wildflowers are threatened by habitat loss, …
