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 …
One of our core missions is to safeguard high-quality, scientific seed and plant material collections, including rare, endangered, and at-risk native plant species in a living seed bank. As our climate changes, the need to a native seed vault is becoming even more crucial in protecting our flora from the …
The Course Join our Seed Conservation Training Day to gain the knowledge and skills necessary for starting your own seed conservation journey. Seeds are the foundation of all life, yet our reliance on supermarkets in spring limits our connection to this vital process. Our comprehensive course offers a holistic approach, …
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 …
2023 is the 8th year of NI Science Festival with a month packed full of science events. SIREN23 is a fair within the festival that brings together local environmental organisations and traders. With stalls teaching about recycling, sustainable fashion, and marine conservation, to name a few. There was lots of …
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, …
