TCV Tree Nursery

28/04/2026

Join us on 2nd May for our exciting Saturday workshop! We will be building bat boxes using reclaimed timber. Learn more about the importance of supporting the declining bat population and how to build a safe environment for them. We will also be discussing why it's great to use reclaimed materials for the project. If would like to attend the workshop email [email protected]

16/04/2026

Opposite-leaved golden saxifrage (Chrysosplenium oppositifolium) it’s quite a long name! If you have spotted any spring flowers you may see these nearby. They are often found close to running water in shady areas. They have small green golden flowers on very small plants which attracts pollinators.

09/04/2026

One thing that we spot quite frequently throughout winter is a hibernating queen wasp. During winter queen wasps will find a safe space to sleep. This might be in sheds, in between pots or like this little one, in a cozy leaf. They usually don’t wake up unless you really disturb them, so if we see them we will simply place them somewhere safe!

31/03/2026

A peaceful moment at the tree nursery. See what you notice...

The white flowers of the Wood Anemone which you will see at the beginning of spring and are a sign of ancient woodland.

Hearing the sound of the water flowing and birds singing.

Glimpsing the first bit of sunshine showing the yellow Hazel catkins and Lesser Celandine below.

16/03/2026

16/03/2026

10/12/2025

Last week, our wonderful Tree Nursery volunteers, along with the Cultra Green Gym and Ulster Folk Museum volunteers, joined us for a wreath making workshop! It was a brilliant event getting to say a huge thank you to ALL volunteers and joining together for a mince pie (or two) for Christmas.

We saw some amazing wreaths made from natural materials that we hope are being lovingly displayed on your doors! Keep an eye on our page to see them.

02/12/2025

We had a great workshop at St Kevin’s last week. We’re looking forward to seeing some lovely colours for pollinators in the spring🌷