Growtrade.ie Newsletter - April 9, 2026

Small Talk with garden designer – Diarmuid Gavin

Horticulture | One of Ireland’s most well-known garden designers, Giarmuid Gavin talks about creativity, resilience, and his award-winning career

Bespoke planters from Green-tech transform Ysgol Treffynnon’s outdoor learning areas

Horticulture | The aim was to integrate green infrastructure into the school’s environment with solutions that were durable, low-maintenance, and safe for students

Peter Wyse Jackson wins Elizabeth Medal of Honour

Careers | One of Elizabeth Medal of Honour winners 2026 was an Irish botanist and environmentalist - Peter Wyse Jackson

SETU horticulture students win Una McDermott Travel Bursary

Careers | The bursary continues to provide SETU horticulture students with opportunities to develop professional skills, gain international experience, and connect with leading gardens and horticultural institutions across Europe

Have your say in Growtrade.ie’s annual Industry Sentiment Survey

We want to hear about the issues, trends and topics that are most important to you and your business, don’t miss out on this opportunity

Step into spring at Bord Bia Bloom 2026

The wait is over as Ireland’s largest gardening festival returns to Phoenix Park from 28th May to 1st June with the impressive line-up

The Young Horticulturist of the Year 2026 – Ireland final results

The winner on the day was Chélirs Brecq, a third year Teagasc/SETU student based at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin