Fascination of Plants Day 2013
Scientists from the James Hutton Institute and the University of Dundee will invite visitors to find out more about fascinating world of plants at Dundee Botanic Garden for Fascination of Plants Day on 18 May.
The free event which runs from 10am - 4pm will have a host of fun activities for all ages.
- Help us plant the Genetics Garden
- Take part in Plant Hammering
- Follow the Botanic Garden Trail
- Extract DNA from plants
- See plants in a completely different light with thermal imaging technology
This is the second international Fascination of Plants Day run under the umbrella of the European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO). The day aims to get as many people as possible around the world fascinated by plants and enthused about the importance of plant science for agriculture, in sustainably producing food, as well as for horticulture, forestry, and all of the non-food products such as paper, timber, chemicals, energy, and pharmaceuticals. The role of plants in environmental conservation is also a key message.