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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.
A series of events across Aberdeen will highlight the importance of plants to society.
Activities range from plant sales to workshops exploring the impact of plants on our senses from testing your sense of smell in ‘a herb identifying challenge’ to identifying whether you are a super-taster and might have the bitter-tasting version of the TAS2R38 gene. Visually an open lecture will view gardens through the senses of the Impressionists from Europe, North America and Australia.
The programme is part of the annual Fascination of Plants Day, which encourages people to learn more about the importance of plants and plant science from providing the air we breathe to the sustainable production of nutritious food. In our workshops we will explore the huge range of biodiversity that depends on our plants and how plants themselves interact with animals and fungi to improve the diets and health of humans and animals.
Launch your seed helicopter from our balcony and discover how trees spread in the wild, as well as how we plant and identify tree species around Leeds. This stall is part of Be Curious, the University of Leeds’ annual family open day. Each year we turn the campus into a hive of free family-friendly activities. Come along and get hands on with the research that happens right here in Leeds.
Come along and enjoy a Strawberry Tea at Lindy’s tearoom at Hansel on Saturday 18th May, which is Fascination of Plants Day 2024 🍓
Arrive for lunch at 12 noon followed by a hanging basket demonstration by our Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Sheena at 1pm. Sheena’s demo will have a positive environmental theme on how to plant a basket to encourage nature into your garden🐝
There will also be a raffle on the day.
Tickets are only £15, (£12 if purchased before 1st May 2024) and can be purchased directly from Lindy’s tearoom or by calling 01563 831437.
Come to the University of Dundee Botanic Garden for this free family event. Meet scientists from the University of Dundee and the James Hutton Institute who will have fun activities to get involved with showcasing the amazing power of plants! If you cannot make it in person, you can explore activities online as well with our virtual version.
The University of Manchester Botanical Grounds, “The Firs” is a hidden oasis in South Manchester. Located in the suburb of Fallowfield, in grounds bequeathed to the University by Victorian industrialist Sir Joseph Whitworth, the site has been a centre for plant-based research and teaching for over a century. It is home to an historic living plant collection, including greenhouses and outdoor spaces.
This event is a chance to visit our garden and contribute to our plans to develop it into a botanical garden for Manchester. During the day, we will have a series of talks, tours and displays and you will have the chance to enjoy this hidden quiet space in busy south Manchester.