Spring is the perfect time to collect Wild Garlic. Join Harry and Ciara as they go foraging and make wild garlic pesto. Click on the photo below to view the video.
This live talk took place on 10 February 2021, on Crowdcast. With thanks to Dr Noeleen Smyth. The alarming loss of forests and other wild habitats globally has caused worldwide concern but for many of us this may not have registered as an impact that has anything to...
Visiting the Botanic Gardens and looking for an activity for the kids? Check out this brand new trail and discover the joys of spring. When printing, please print on both sides of the page and then you can fold it into a neat little booklet. Click on this link to see...
See more videos on our YouTube channel » How to Plant Broad Beans in Newspaper PotsCiara demonstrates how to plant broad bean seeds in eco friendly newspaper pots. Things you will need: broad bean seeds, compost, newspaper or similar paper, glass...
See how to make a traditional St Brigid’s Cross using reeds. If you don’t have access to reeds you can use alternatives such as willow, straw or paper! Ciara also discusses the pagan origins of Brigid’s Day/Imbolg (1st February). See more videos on...
Even the dark clouds of Covid have a silver lining as many of us are spending more time outdoors. It’s good for body and soul and when we get back to running guided tours in the Gardens, you should come along to one of our Biophilia tours and learn a bit about the...
