Muintir na Tire School Garden Competition

 

  Cork School Garden 2023 focus on School of the Divine Child This week we focus on School of the Divine Child who were Highly Recommended for their school garden.  The judges were very  impressed    by all the different sections of the garden and the way they are used. The quality in the vegetable garden raised beds was excellent the knowledge of the chiildren about biodiversity, labelling   and food production was very impressive. The colour and art from recycled materials also impressed.     Keep up the great work               Congratulations to all involved at School of the Divine Child    For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7

We all love The Fuchsia for strong colour  from now till late autumn   Fuchsia ……Bells of Colour We all love the bright colours of the beautiful wild fuchsia on the roadways in West Cork and Kerry. Bells of vibrant colour right through summer and autumn. Gardeners love planting the elegant summer fuchsia plants in their patio pot and hanging basket because of their vibrant long lasting display of colour. Making them one of Ireland favourites plants. Fuchsia plants are one of the best plants to brighten up that dull corner. They thrive in both full sun and shade. Perfect for our summer this year. A hanging baskets or patio pot of Fuchsia will reward you till first frost (often this could mean flowering till late November). Here are some of the best Patio Fuchsia plants Fuchsia Amelie: this a beautiful vibrant proven winner A frilly, light pink and intense purple double flowering Fuchsia. The foliage creates a neat bushy plant with flowers

  Cork School Garden 2023 focus on Scoil Fhiachna N.S T his week we focus on  Scoil Fhiachna N.S   who were Commended for their school garden in 2023.  The judges were very  impressed by  your colorful garden and the great use of limited space. "We were also delighted with the knowledge of the children. The upcycling and bee friendly measures are very impressive. It is great that you have forged links with the communithy garden and use it for some classes.     Consider water harvesting from the roof and improve weeding of beds. A polytunnel would be a great asset."        C ongratulations to all involved at Scoil Fhiachna FoFor more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here   Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7

   Cork School Garden 2023 focus on Sonas Special Primary School   This week we focus on Sonas Special Primary School  who were Commended for their school garden.  The judges were very  impressed .  " This was a terrific first time entry. We enjoyed the sensory garden and the colour and art   in the garden.   Consider installing a water butt and grow some fruit trees in large recycled containers from cuttings. Label the plants to help children identify them". Keep up the great work.     Congratulations to all involved at Sonas Special Primary School Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7 F    For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here

   Cork School Garden 2023 focus on Scoil Chroí Íosa N.S This week we focus on Scoil Chroí íosa N.S who were Highly Recommended for their school garden. The judges were very  impressed    by your colorful garden and the great use of limited space. "We were also delighted with the knowledge of the children. The weeding, upcycling and bee friendly measures are very impressive.   Consider water harvesting from the roof and mulch the sloped beds. A slightly higher base would hel retain the soil. Also consider some fruit trees in recycled containers".  Keep up the great work.     Congratulations to all involved at Scoil Chroí íosa N.S For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here   Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7  

 Focus on Canovee N.S   This week we focus on Canovee N.S  who were Commended for their school garden.  The judges were very  impressed    by     the  colorful garden and the great use of every space. "We were impressed by use of tubs and containers, wall mural and the Bug/bee hotel  .    The garden has huge potential and would benefit from some raised beds for each class. Maybe talk to Tidy Towns about this. Try and grow seasonal vegetables which could be harvested before the school goes on summer holidays. A water butt harvesting water from the roof would be a great asset. You could use the covered area to star plants off early and consider planting fruit trees and bushes". Keep up the great Work.       Congratulations to all involved at Canovee N.S Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7

   Cork School Garden 2023 focus on Gaelscoil Uí Riada  This week we focus on Gaelscoil Uí Riada who were Highly Recommended for their school garden.  The judges were very  impressed as     t his was a great first time entry. "We were impressed by the wildflower meadow, the use of the glasshouse and the great food production. The planting and labelling was excellent   and the garden is a fun place for all.     Consider a nature project to identify and label the trees, Maybe consider an extra water butt and more fruit bushes". Keep up the great work.               Congratulations to all involved at Gaelscoil Uí Riada For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here  Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7  

Many of us have pocket size gardens but would still love to grow your own fruit, then you need to check the quality Dwarf and Miniature trees that will thrive in small garden and even large Pots. The Cornet Apple Trees: The Cornet Apple Tree  is perfect for any small garden, or Patio.  This miniature apple tree can be grown in a pot or in a bed. these are grown on a Dwarf rootstock and will grow to around the 6' mark.  The habit is small and open, they look just like a small apple tree, and the fruit is regular in size. These can be grown in open ground but they soil has to be rich. The rootstock are slow growing so the roots aren't able to go for large distances and source their own sustenance so if your growing in open ground ensure the local area around the tree (1mx1m0.5m) has been well enriched and is well nourished The coronet apple trees  will fruit in the first year which is very unusual for fruit trees. It is also extremely low maintenance and requires no pr

 Focus on St Columba's G.N.S This week we focus on St Columba's G.N.S who were Best in Category Winners.  The judges were very  impressed that  t he garden is developing and maturing nicely. "The installation of the Geodome is very impressive. We were most impressed by the 'Farmers Club.' The nature walk and wildflower meadows are fantastic   We are delighted that you have plans to further improve the garden and we wish you well.     We are delighted that you are installing raised beds and encourage you to get more children / classes involved. Consider water butts to harvest water from roofs". Keep up the great work.     Congratulations to all involved at St Columba's G.N.S For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here   Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7  

 Focus on Holy Family N.S This week we focus on Holy Family N.S who were Gold Medal Winners.  The judges were very impressed   that the  garden is developing and maturing well.  " There is a good emphasis on food production and biodiversity. The garden is well planned and cared for. Labelling and use of Irish was excellent. Very good use of upcycling colour and art. The knowledge and enthusiasm impressed us. The choice of and vegetable quality was excellent. The wildflower bank and tree planting is brilliant as is the the presence of the hen coup".     Keep up the great work.     Congratulations to all involved at Holy Family N.S, Shanagarry. For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here    Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7

 Focus on Ballymoney N.S This week we focus on Ballymoney N.S who were Gold Medal Winners.  The judges were very impressed   that the  garden is of a consistently high standard. "The garden is maturing nicely. There is a good emphasis on food production and biodiversity. The garden is well planned and cared for. Labeling and use of Irish was excellent. Very good use of upcycling colour and art and we loved the links with local history/heritage. The Glasshouse is a great asset and the addition of the pond was a great idea idea. Great overall Garden" .    K eep up the great work.     Congratulations to all involved at Ballymoney N.S For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here   Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7

 Focus on St. Mary's Special School    This week we focus on St. Mary's Special School who were Highly Recommended for their school garden.  The judges were very  impressed " The garden is developing and maturing well, the new woodland area is a great addition.   The knowledge and enthusiasm impressed us. Plenty colour and art and upcycling. The choice of and vegetable quality was excellent. The wildflower meadow is brilliant as is the herb garden.    Keep up the great work".               Congratulations to all involved at St. Mary's Special School For more Information on the School Gardens Competition  Click Here   Enter for 2024 here    https://forms.gle/ eniRw7MbRoUdmjYe7