UC Botanical Garden celebrates International Fascination of Plants Day
On Saturday, the 18th of May, JBUC will mark the day with hands-on activities for the general public and a workshop for families.
The Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra (JBUC) is once again celebrating the International Fascination of Plants Day on Saturday, the 18th, from 10 am to 4:30 pm, by organising several initiatives, such as hands-on activities and workshops for families.
“From tiny seeds sown in the soil, a myriad of wonderful green creations can grow - from tiny herbs to towering trees, from exquisite flowers to nutritious crops that feed both animals and humans, all breathing life into our incredible planet. The total number of plant species is estimated to be around 250,000. "Through a coordinated global campaign, International Fascination of Plants Day aims to sow numerous virtual and ever-germinating seeds in the collective mind of the public, conveying a clear message: the science of plants is vital now and in the future." say the initiative's organisers.
The programme includes the workshops 'How to care for your indoor plants' and 'Simplifying Orchids: Guidelines for successful cultivation', and the workshop for families (with children aged six to ten) 'Plants are fascinating'. All activities are subject to prior registration at https://www.uc.pt/jardimbotanico/agenda/dia-internacional-do-fascinio-das-plantas-2024/.*
*(All activities will be conducted in Portuguese)
English translation: Diana Taborda
Programme:
(All activities will be conducted in Portuguese)
Workshop | How to care for your indoor plants (Miguel Andrade)
10- 11.30 am
Have you brought a new plant into your home and don't know how to look after it? In this workshop you'll learn how to care for some of the most common houseplants, such as begonias, succulents and anthuriums.
Booking required: https://www.uc.pt/jardimbotanico/agenda
Family workshop | Plants are fascinating | 10.30-12.30
Families with children aged 6-10
In this workshop we'll talk about plants, their leaves, flowers and fruits, the different shapes they can take and what they're used for, and we'll play a family game to discover how they can help us identify the trees around us!
Workshop | ‘Simplifying Orchids: Guidelines for successful cultivation’
(Ricardo Oliveira) | 3 - 4:30 pm
Orchids have always fascinated people with their beauty and uniqueness, whether through their evolutionary history, ecological relationships or cultivation methods. Many people try to grow them, often unsuccessfully due to their specific requirements. This workshop focuses on cultivating these plants and covers all the essential topics to make growing orchids easy for everyone.
Booking required: https://www.uc.pt/jardimbotanico/agenda