Dilmah Conservation

21/08/2026

Our butterfly garden is a fantastic, hands-on space for kids to learn all about butterflies and their important role in pollination. We have designed it entirely with native host plants, creating a safe haven where 30 different butterfly species—along with moths, bees, and other pollinators - love to hang out.

See some highlights from two of our most recent school visits: Girl Guides from St. Paul’s Girls’ School, Sujatha Vidyalaya, Christ King College and the Little Friends from the Piliyandala Zone.

20/08/2026

Beyond the familiar, there’s always more to discover. 🌿 From Beddagana to Thalangama, Sobha Mithuro stepped into a new wetland to look closer and discover nature’s wonders. 🐦

Sobha Mithuro Nature Programme, is a monthly programme that brings together nature-loving children at the Beddagana Wetland Park, helping them grow a deeper love for nature. It is part of a 12-month course for local students in Grades 5–9, where they learn about nature and wildlife through scientific methods while also developing a strong sense of appreciation and care for the natural world.

13/08/2026

Last Saturday morning, a bunch of curious nature lovers got their questions answered: How do I actually make my garden a place where butterflies and other pollinators want to hang out? 👀🦋

Our Butterfly Garden Consultant, Rajika Gamage, took everyone through it — not just the what, but the how. From choosing the right plants and figuring out where they go, to understanding what butterflies need to feed, lay eggs and complete their life cycle, it was all about making our own little spaces work for nature. 🌱✨

And we didn’t just talk about it. Everyone got to see how it’s done, practically, right here in our own Butterfly Garden.

Because you don’t need a massive garden to make a difference. One garden can be a stepping stone. Add a few more, and suddenly, we’ve got a whole network of little pit stops for pollinators. 🦋🌿💚

Here’s to making our own patches of green work a little harder for nature! 🌱

12/08/2026

11/08/2026

A little sneak peek into how our recent Junior Plant ID Workshop got Gen Alpha out of their bubble and into admiring and understanding the wonder of the natural world. 🌿🔍✨

10/08/2026

07/08/2026

Photography is rarely just about the image itself.
When we started the One Earth Photography Competition, it came from a simple realisation: the world is facing a devastating loss when it comes to our wildlife and ecosystems, and that story often goes untold. People don’t always realise just how much we rely on the natural world around us. We wanted to create a space to spark that awareness.

Now in its second year, we are deeply moved by the response. This year 255 amateur wildlife photographers from all across Sri Lanka shared their work with us, and 60 powerful images were shortlisted for the exhibition.

These pieces were chosen not just for their technical skill, but for the stories they tell - images that invite us to pause and reflect on our place in nature.
Let’s hear from our judges and participants

06/08/2026

Seeds planted today have the power to multiply into a healthier, greener tomorrow. 🌿💚

Harvest Squared brings together a shared vision for four schools in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province, to transform their school spaces into thriving, climate-smart organic gardens.
The initiative began by equipping students and teachers with the knowledge to succeed through a hands-on workshop on organic gardening, laying the foundation for sustainable cultivation and environmental stewardship.

Building on this, the schools have been provided with technical guidance, practical support, and essential resources - including seeds and planting materials, and basic facilities to put their learning into practice. Over the coming months, they will nurture their gardens, with their progress being carefully assessed.
More than an initiative, Harvest Squared is about sowing the seeds of change, empowering young minds, supporting local communities, and inspiring a future where conservation and climate-smart agriculture flourish hand in hand.

05/08/2026

🌿🪶 From leaves to feathers, our budding young nature sketchers spread their wings as they took their first steps into the art of bird sketching with 3D Visualizer and Wildlife Photographer Chinthaka Wijesinghe. 🐦✏️

Starting with simple lines and curves, they quickly discovered that every great sketch begins with one essential skill—careful observation. By studying birds in motion, they explored bird anatomy, scientific sketching techniques, and the importance of understanding not just the bird, but the habitat it calls home.

Their adventure then continued outdoors as they searched for hidden bird models before ending with their very first field sketching experience.

It was also a refreshing break from screens, encouraging our Gen Alpha nature explorers to go analog, slow down, and truly connect with the world around them.

One sketch, one observation, and one step closer to becoming young conservationists who don't just draw birds, but truly understand them. 🌿💚

05/08/2026

At the launch of The Curious Naturalist, Dr. Rohan Pethiyagoda reminded us that understanding the natural world starts with something wonderfully simple: the willingness to observe, to question, and to learn.

Supported by Dilmah Conservation, this remarkable publication celebrates Sri Lanka's extraordinary biodiversity while inspiring a deeper appreciation of the landscapes and species that define our island. For us, this is another expression of the belief that business can and should serve a greater purpose - nurturing knowledge, inspiring stewardship, and investing in a future where people and nature thrive together. Because every act of conservation begins with curiosity.

By Ifham Nizam “Curiosity is the most radical act of conservation.” That simple yet profound message echoed throughout the launch of The Curious Naturalist, the latest and, according to its author, perhaps the last solo publication by internationally acclaimed Sri Lankan naturalist and taxonomis...