Bord Bia is calling for local gardening groups and enthusiasts to participate at Bord Bia Bloom by designing and delivering their very own green space at the celebrated summer event.
The popular Postcard Gardens feature provides community groups, schools, charitable organisations and garden clubs with the opportunity to tell local stories to a national audience through creative garden design.
The Postcard Gardens are one of the many horticultural attractions at the much-loved flowers, food and family festival which returns to the Phoenix Park, Dublin for five days over the June Bank Holiday Weekend – May 29 to June 2.
As the name suggests, the gardens, which measure just 3m x 2m, are proof that wonderful outdoor spaces can be created at any size.
Returning for 2025 as sponsor of the popular feature is Tirlán CountryLife. The 100% farmer-owned group has qualified horticulturists in its garden centres to provide helpful tips and advice to newbie customers and seasoned gardeners alike.
Kerrie Gardiner, Showgardens and Horticulture Content Manager, Bord Bia Bloom said: “The pretty and petite Postcard Gardens are a much-loved feature each year at Bord Bia Bloom and for good reason.
“These green canvases transport visitors into local communities through storytelling, using the medium of planting to bring concepts to life.
“Last year’s showcase included themes of mini forests, Irish mythology, biodiversity, charitable issues and even mathematical sequencing.
“We look forward to receiving applications of fresh, new ideas from interested parties of all ages from right around the country.”
Now in its 19th year, Bord Bia Bloom will return to its home in the Phoenix Park, Dublin from Thursday May 29 to Monday June 2, 2025.
Visitors to this year’s event can expect another colourful mix of inspiring show gardens designed by leading garden designers, expert horticultural talks and advice, a vast collection of rare and quality plants from Irish and International plant nurseries, sustainable living discussions along with delicious local food and interactive entertainment for visitors of all ages.
For more information on the Postcard Gardens and to download an application form, visit BordBiaBloom.com.
The closing date for applications is Thursday, March 6, 2025.
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