To celebrate the launch of our inaugural Biodiversity Month at the National Botanic Gardens, we are delighted to present this free lecture by Dr Matthew Jebb, Director of the Gardens, which explores the natural history of the Irish landscape, examines the study of Irish plants and habitats over time, and brings to light some interesting […]

For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by flowers - their beauty and variety, their colours and scents. We sow their seeds, grow them in gardens, pluck their petals. and use them in every aspect of our lives. But what is a flower, and what is its role for the plant that it grows […]

For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by flowers - their beauty and variety, their colours and scents. We sow their seeds, grow them in gardens, pluck their petals. and use them in every aspect of our lives. But what is a flower, and what is its role for the plant that it grows […]

Many of us have become more engaged with the flora and fauna of our local area in recent years - how can we learn more about it, and how can we help out? This talk by Oisín Duffy of the National Biodiversity Data Centre focuses on the role of the Centre, the recording and monitoring […]

To celebrate International Day of Plant Health 2023, the National Botanic Gardens, in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, are hosting an event to raise awareness on how each one of us can play our part to protect plant health – healthy plants make for […]

This Biodiversity Month, experience the sound of the dawn in the Gardens' green haven. Every May, the sweet and wild song of the dawn chorus reaches its height as birds proclaim their presence to welcome the new day. Join us for this unique early morning event at the National Botanic Gardens for Biodiversity Week, and […]

Earthworms are essential. Throughout their unseen lives they mix, aerate and structure the soil, replenishing the land’s crucial life support system. Join us at the Gardens this Biodiversity Month, and discover the biology, ecology and surprising variety of these humble ecosystem engineers, with the Teagasc College of Horticulture. This event is free of charge; places […]

Dr Darach Lupton, Curator of the National Botanic Gardens, presents this lecture demonstrating how botanic gardens, through scientific research, horticulture, education and public engagement are uniquely positioned to highlight, understand and reduce the loss of global plant diversity. At the National Botanic Gardens we are holding Biodiversity Month throughout May to celebrate the wonders of […]

Invasive alien species are said to be one of the primary causes of the global decline in biodiversity. But what exactly are alien species, where do they come from, and how have they become problematic? Join us at the National Botanic Gardens for a walk and talk to discover some of the alien species that […]

Join us for a twilight nature ramble through the Gardens for Biodiversity Month. Setting off before sunset, we will look and listen for birds going to their night roosts. When the sun has finally gone down for the night we will redirect our attention to nocturnal creatures. We’ll use bat detectors to listen for bats, […]

This World Bee Day, join the Irish Wildlife Trust for a Biodiversity Week event at the National Botanic Gardens. This event is part of the IWT's People for Bees programme, and will consist of a short talk and a walk around the beautiful National Botanic Gardens where we will learn about the biology of wild […]

For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by flowers - their beauty and variety, their colours and scents. We sow their seeds, grow them in gardens, pluck their petals. and use them in every aspect of our lives. But what is a flower, and what is its role for the plant that it grows […]

For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by flowers - their beauty and variety, their colours and scents. We sow their seeds, grow them in gardens, pluck their petals. and use them in every aspect of our lives. But what is a flower, and what is its role for the plant that it grows […]

The National Herbarium at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin contains more than half a million dried and preserved plant and fungi specimens from Ireland and around the world. The Herbarium also houses the Economic Botany collection which comprises plant specimens, such as bark, fruits, leaves, fibres, tubers, as well as plant-derived products and artefacts. These […]

Invasive alien species are one of the primary causes of global biodiversity decline and in Ireland the freshwater environment is particularly vulnerable. In this lecture we will discuss the traits and characteristics of the alien species that are successfully invading our wetlands and aquatic habitats. We will try to understand what has allowed our waterbodies […]

The National Herbarium at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin contains more than half a million dried and preserved plant and fungi specimens from Ireland and around the world. The Herbarium also houses the Economic Botany collection which comprises plant specimens, such as bark, fruits, leaves, fibres, tubers, as well as plant-derived products and artefacts. These […]

We live in a world of green plants, trees in leaf and flowers in bloom everywhere. But what of the smaller growing things, the often-forgotten algae, lichens and mosses which grew upon the earth before a tree or flower ever raised their heads, and which still survive today in the harshest environments? Join us at […]

Freshwater habitats are full of surprises, and even the smallest pond may contain multitudes of minibeasts! Join us at the National Botanic Gardens this Biodiversity week, and explore the weird and wonderful world of insects and mini-beasts living in and around our ancient ponds. Perfect your technique with guidance from the experts and learn how […]

For thousands of years, humans have been fascinated by flowers - their beauty and variety, their colours and scents. We sow their seeds, grow them in gardens, pluck their petals. and use them in every aspect of our lives. But what is a flower, and what is its role for the plant that it grows […]