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Plant News from the 18th World Wildlife Conference

by Dr Noeleen Smyth, National Botanic Gardens of Ireland Elephants, Giraffes, Sharks, Frankincense, Rosewoods and Malawi Cedars… What do all these have in common? These were some of the plant and animal species discussed at the world wildlife conference also known...

Herbarium in Focus – Exhibition brings to life the power of plants

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Herbarium in Focus, a free exhibition in Ireland’s National Herbarium at the National Botanic Gardens was officially opened on Thursday 3rd October 2019 by Office of Public Works (OPW) Commissioner, John McMahon. The purpose of the exhibition is to showcase the key...

Seasonal Guide Jobs Advertised for 2020

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CLOSING DATE THURSDAY 10TH OCTOBER 2019 Ever thought of working at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin or Kilmacurragh? Now is your opportunity to apply for seasonal guide jobs! For details and to apply go to the Office of Public Works website.

Sculpture in Context 2019

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Now in its 19th year, Sculpture in Context presents a thought-provoking collection of work that bridges the gap between art and nature, organic forms and man-made objects. The beautiful setting of the National Botanic Gardens plays host to an impressive collection of...

Totally Terrific Tomatoes – Submission Guidelines for 2019

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Fellow tomato heads… this is a call to arms, or “a call to toms” for our Totally Terrific Tomato Festival display. If you can supply a variety that we don’t have, please, let us know! Check the extensive list below. You can message organisers...

Eucalyptus Gall Wasp – an additional threat to Eucalyptus in Ireland

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In late June a plant sample came to the Foremen at the National Botanic Gardens for identification of a plant problem. On close examination small galls were identified on the leaves of Eucalyptus gunnii from a suburban garden in Dublin 6. The specimen was placed in a...