gardening

Most of know of the huge environmental challenges we face in Ireland and beyond, from habitat loss and decreasing biodiversity to the threats faced by bees, other pollinators and our…

Fingal County Council, along with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the County and City Management Association (CCMA), is calling on landowners to cut their hedgerows before the March 1 deadline,…

The community of Powerstown allotments celebrated the change in seasons as Mayor of Fingal Cllr Howard O’Mahony opened the Autumn festival, which focused on getting the most out of your…

Gardening workshops will be hosted in Finglas at Greenview Community Centre on Tolka Valley Road, Finglas on Tuesday (August 2), Monday (August 8) and Monday (August 15), from 6-8pm. Presenter…

BY Feebee Foran There is nothing like making something delicious using food you have grown, or freshly foraged yourself.  Right now, beautifully plump Blackberries are in abundance and ripe for…

FREE Online Sustainable Gardening for Biodiversity Course sponsored by FCC will be hosted by horticulturist Aoife Munn. Topics such as planting for biodiversity, how to take cuttings, reducing waste, creating…

Rachel Cunningham Loreto men’s shed and Nutgrove Shopping Centre joined forces last week to plant a biodiversity garden in the grounds of the shopping centre, in an effort to brighten…

By Feebee Foran As much as I have been mourning the passing of my beloved Elderflowers until next year, I’m inspired by the gorgeous new additions to the green spaces.…

Why it’s good to be In a bit of a pickle with your food By Feebee Foran Over the past few years, serving pickled and fermented foods has become a…

by Feebee Foran Every year there is a special date circled in my diary.  It’s not an anniversary, or a day to dwell on. but in my foragers world, it’s…