Biodiversity Week Gardening for Nature Workshop

Gardening for Nature 1/2 day outdoor workshop

Saturday 30th of May, 10am – 1pm

Ballyhaunis Community Garden, the Friary grounds

This Biodiversity Week and Ballyhaunis Summer Festival, come explore nature-friendly ways to garden and help create a wildlife pond in the community garden.

We will
– Explore the community garden and assess how and where it is already providing for wildlife.
– Identify plants, trees and maybe insects depending on the weather!
– Make a tailored ‘Plan for Nature’ with recommendations on the top ways to improve the garden’s biodiversity.
– Create a wildlife pond
– Learn about Hedgerows, Wildflowers, Trees, Ponds, Plants for Pollinators and more….

You can
– Ask questions about your own garden
– Learn about top tips for nature friendly gardening
– Understand terms like ‘biodiversity’, ‘habitats’ and ‘native species’
– Discover some new-old ways to care for nature in your own garden
– Try your hand at creating a garden pond for wildlife
– Enjoy a morning outdoors in connection with nature and community!

This is a free event. All ages welcome, children must be accompanied. Wear appropriate clothing.

Event link: https://fb.me/e/4rP4MqLqx