Muintir na Tire School Garden Competition

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Gaelscoil Droichead na Bandan This week we focus on Gaelscoil Droichead na Bandan  from West Cork.  The judges were very impressed  by the Knowledge of the children, artwork on Fences and great use of limited  space. Congratulations to all involved at Gaelscoil Droichead na Bandan. Enter for 2022/23 here

   Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Ballymoney  National school This week we also focus on Ballymoney National school from West Cork.  The judges were very impressed by the  excellent garden with all elements covered,  the fairy house trail, the great use of the tunnel  and the heritage wall art made  from bottle caps. Congratulations to all involved in Ballymoney National School.  Enter for 2022/23 here                 

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Bandonbridge  National school This week we focus on Bandonbridge National school from West Cork.  The judges were very impressed  by all the native planting which was brilliant.  The Meditation, relaxing space  was wonderful and all classes were involved in different projects. Congratulations to all involved in Bandonbridge National School.  Enter for 2022/23 here

Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Ahiohill National School This week we also focus on Ahiohill National school from West Cork. The judges were very impressed by  the newly planned garden and the  g reat designs and potential.  Congratulations to all involved at Ahiohill National school. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Leap National School This week we focus on Leap National School  from West Cork. The judges were very impressed  by this great first entry, the nature walk the good food production, wildflower  meadow and potato experiment. Congratulations to all involved at Leap National School. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Muinefliuch National School This week we also focus on Muinefliuch National School  from West Cork. The judges were very impressed  by this wonderful garden, the sensory garden, the Hen Harrier  Sculpture, willow dome, memorial garden and the family forest is maturing beautifully. Congratulations to all involved at Muinefliuch National School. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on North Presentation National School This week we also focus on North Presentation National School  from Cork City.  The judges were very impressed  by this great 1st time entry, great use of every space available, the plant colour and  variety.  Congratulations to all involved at North Presentation National School. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Rathbarry National School This week we focus on Rathbarry National School  from West Cork.  The judges were very impressed, with the  Polytunnel, nature walkway, tasty fruit, willow dome and impressive  play area . Congratulations to all involved at Rathbarry National School. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Rusheen National School This week we focus on Rusheen National School  from West Cork.  The judges were very impressed  by all elements of this wonderful garden, the new tree carving and e xcellent composting system. Congratulations to all involved at Rusheen National School. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Beaumont  National school This week we focus on Beaumont National school from Cork City.  The judges were very impressed by everything in this garden, the involvement with the local community, quality and variety of vegetables and plants, lots of colour, well labelled good quality vegetables.  Congratulations to all involved in  Beaumont National School.  Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Ballincurrig  National school This week we focus on Ballincurrig National school from South West Cork. The judges were very impressed by the  potential here and the great involvement by parents,  the b ug hotel and the outdoor classroom space with lots of recycling and colour.  The window boxes  planted were also nice. Congratulation to all involved in Ballincurrig National School. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Cork School Garden 2022 focus on Aghabullogue National school This week we focus on Aghabullogue National school from West Cork.  The judges were very impressed by the growing in the classroom, plant sale and great potential  for more use of raised beds. Congratulations to all involved at Aghabullogue National school. Enter for 2022/23 here

  Ballymoney National School wins Cork County & Gaelscoil na Dúglaise wins Cork City Muintir na Tire Schools Garden Competition 2022   The staff and Pupils of Ballymoney National School Ballineen are thrilled to be Cork County Overall Winners with Gaelscoil na Dúglaise Douglas winning the Cork City Overall Winners at the Cork County Federation Muintir ná Tíre School Garden Awards 2022 which were held in County Hall on Wednesday June 22nd 2022. The Competition is in its tenth year after a brief halt during covid and this year saw a record amount of entries. The enthusiasm and high standard and quality shown from all the schools proved to the Judges that the project continues to be a huge success. The competition involves each school developing/planning a garden in their own way.  Both adults and students work together to decide what type of garden they want to create. The competition encourages all students to get involved in working in the garden and the competition also prom

“When you grow your own food, you savor it more because of the effort and love  it took to get to your family table. There is nothing as  rewarding as picking your own fruit and vegetables.   Also growing your own food has many health benefits It helps you eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. You decide what kinds of fertilizers and pesticides come in contact with your food. It lets you control when to harvest your food. Vegetables that ripen in the garden have more nutrients than some store-bought vegetables that must be picked early. The Blueberry is the Super berry Blueberries So simple to grow and so good to eat. These berries are absolutely delicious whether eaten fresh or cooked. They grow to approximately 1 metre high, or a little lower if grown in containers. The best soil to use grow the plants in is a lime free compost, with some slow release tablets added. Here's a useful tip: it is best to grow two varieties of blueberry to get good