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The Elizabeth Medal of Honour was established in 2023, with the gracious assent of King Charles III, in perpetual remembrance of the late Queen Elizabeth II’s reign. The medal enables the RHS Council to confer conspicuous honour on international horticulturists and UK non-horticulturists who have significantly impacted the advancement of the science, art or practice of horticulture for the benefit of all generations and the [...]
With just eight weeks to go, Bord Bia has recently announced the final line-up for this year’s Bloom festival, and there is plenty to celebrate. With a host of new features, expert talks and immersive experiences taking place, Bord Bia Bloom’s landmark 20th year promises five unforgettable days in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. Along with returning favourites Diarmuid Gavin, Donal Skehan, Neven Maguire, Adam Frost [...]
With funding secured by Flintshire County Council’s Regeneration Team, there was an opportunity to enhance the outdoor spaces at Ysgol Treffynnon’s plaza, creating vibrant, practical areas that support learning, wellbeing, and biodiversity. The aim was to integrate green infrastructure into the school’s environment with solutions that were durable, low-maintenance, and safe for students. Key objectives included: providing planters with colours that complemented the school buildings, [...]
In association with Gardenworld Nurseries At Growtrade, we’re running an interview series titled ‘Small Talk’, where we talk to various influential members of Ireland’s horticulture trade. This week’s conversation is with one of Ireland’s most well-known and well-loved garden designers – Diarmuid Gavin. How did you first get involved in the horticulture sector? When I left school I knew I wanted to do something [...]
The Ireland final of the Young Horticulturist of the Year 2026 was held on the 25th March. Each year this round of the competition sees the top seven young horticulturists from across the island of Ireland battle it out to represent our region in the YHOY grand final in May. These young competitors (all of whom must be under the age of 30 to compete) [...]
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