Ireland
The seventh international “Fascination of Plants Day” around 18 May 2024 will be launched by plant scientists across the world under the umbrella of the European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO).
The goal of this activity is to get as many people as possible around the world fascinated by plants and enthused about the importance of plant science for agriculture and sustainable production of nutritious food, as well as for horticulture, forestry and the production of plant-based non-food products such as paper, timber, chemicals, energy and pharmaceuticals. The role of plants in environmental conservation is also a key message.
Everybody is welcome to join this initiative!
Celebration of Fascination of Plants at Bord Bia Bloom
May 30th – June 3rd 2024
The ITEN team are once again showcasing all that is best about plants and trees in the Phoenix Park, Dublin at Bord Bia Bloom. ‘ Bord Bia Bloom takes place over five days on the June Bank Holiday weekend (May 30th – June 3rd), running from 9am to 6pm daily. Bloom, which celebrates its 18th birthday in 2024, has been deemed one of the nations’ favourite summer events and takes place across 70 acres in the Phoenix Park. This spectacular gardening event is a great coming together for garden designers, flower growers, landscapers, plantaholics, garden-furniture makers, food fanatics and anyone who loves to garden’. See Bord Bia Bloom – About Bloom
Fascination of plants explores the world of plants big and small. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about the beauty and sophistication of plants as sources of oxygen, food, fuel and medicine, as habitats for thousands of organisms, as mitigators in climate change and critical entities in health and wellbeing. We look forward to taking you on a remarkable journey through the world of plants.
Time: 11.00 to 17.00 Sat 8th and Sunday 9th June 2024
Format: Interactive activities suitable for all ages