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Altamont Known as the most romantic garden in Ireland, Altamont is an enchanting blend of formal and informal gardens located on a 100 acre estate. Whilst still little known, it ranks in the top ten of Irish gardens and is often referred to as 'the jewel in Ireland's gardening crown'
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Anngrove Gardens "The gardens at Annes Grove, created by the late Richard Grove Annesley in the first half of the twentieth century, are a supreme expression of gardening in the Robinsonian manner - the interplanting of native and exotic species into a natural setting with a minimum of formality."
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Earlscliffe "The Robinson Garden at Earlscliffe is on the Howth peninsula just north of Dublin city at a latitude of 53.3º N. This means that it is further north than Newfoundland and on the same latitude as Manchester England, Hamburg Germany, the southern part of the Hudson Bay and Edmonton Canada and Minsk in Russia. Yet despite being much nearer to the north pole than to the equator, bananas, tree ferns, South African Erica and a range of palms flourish outside without any winter protection."
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Farmleigh The Walled Garden covers about four acres and is sloped ideally towards the south. A fine pair of highly decorative wrought iron gates lead into a diagonal walk with double herbaceous borders backed by high yew hedges. South of the main crosswalk is a small orchard and potager while north of it there is a small rose and lavender garden. Don't miss the pleasure grounds also at the rear of the house.
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Fota Gardens and Arboretum "Fota's internationally recognised arboretum and gardens which are open all year round are a haven for relaxation and enjoyment and inspiring for people of all ages. Not only do they play a major role in educating and informing visitors and specialists, this is a stunning recreation area for families to enjoy the beauty and richness of one of the finest collections of rare and tender trees and shrubs grown outdoors in Ireland and Britain."
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Garnish Island Co. Cork "Located in the shelter of Glengarriff Harbour in Bantry Bay and warmed by the waters of the Gulf Stream, this island and its unique gardens enjoys a climate that is almost sub-tropical, making it possible for beautiful ornamental plants from many parts of the world to flourish. This gardening gem, set in the clear, clean waters of the bay is known to horticulturists all over the world and was featured recently in BBC Television’s ‘The Flying Gardener’ series."
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Historic Gardens and Designed Landscapes of Ireland Buildings of Ireland, the website of the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage shows that we have a rich heritage of gardens and designed landscapes in Ireland The NIAH is a section within the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government. The work of the NIAH involves identifying and recording the architectural heritage of Ireland, from 1700 to the present day.
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Japanese Gardens - Irish National Stud. The Japanese Gardens at Tully were created between the years 1906-1910. Devised by Colonel William Hall-Walker (later Lord Wavertree), a wealthy Scotsman of a famous brewery family and laid out by the Japanese Eida and his son Minoru. The Gardens, planned to symbolise the 'Life of Man', are now of international renown and are acclaimed as the finest Japanese Gardens in Europe.
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Johnstown Castle Gardens "The exquisite 19th century Johnstown Castle is nestled within fifty acres of ornamental grounds. Stroll through the wooded grounds with over two hundred different kinds of trees and shrubs or relax by the castle lakeside with its Gothic towers and waterfalls. Ramble along the Castle lake terrace walk lined with statues to the Garden lake. Both lakes are home to a wide range of waterfowl - mute swans, water hens, little grebes and heron."
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June Blake's Garden and Nursery June Blake's garden extends over three acres and contains an ecletic collection of plants from around the world. There are acres of exciting bold herbaceous borders, shade areas with beautiful ferns, woodland plants and bamboos, a shallow linear reflection pool, formal beds and a small nursery with many of these plants for sale. June's beautiful restored Victorian Steward's house forms the perfect backdrop to this amazing garden. Come and visit June's garden this summer, it's open Friday, Saturday & Sunday and all other days by appointment.
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Kilruddery Gardens The Gardens at Killruddery are the oldest in Ireland still surviving in their original 17th century unique style together with 18th and 19th century additions. The Gardens were designed for the entertainment of a large number of people and therefore the scale is comparable to that of a park. The Gardens should be regarded as mainly the work of the 4th and 6th Earls. A French Landscape architect named Bonet, a pupil of Le Notre, was known to have been employed by the Earl of Meath in 1682.
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Kew Gardens Lose yourself in the beauty of Kew Gardens.
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Kylemore Abbey Nestled at the base of Druchruach Mountain (1,736ft) on the northern shore of Lough Pollacappul, the heart of the Connemara Mountains, it is regarded as one of Ireland’s most romantic buildings. Originally built in 1867 as a romantic gift, Kylemore Abbey and the surrounding mountains and lakes are steeped in history including engineering initiatives, model farms, tragedy, royal visits, gambling debts, a hideaway during Ireland’s troubled history as well as excellence in education.
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Larchill Arcadian Gardens In 1994, when the de Las Casas family bought Larchill, the follies were derelict, the lake had been drained and the walled garden lost to grazing. With a grant from the Great Gardens of Ireland Restoration Programme and a FAS Community Employment project, the garden, follies, lake and parkland were restored between 1994 and 1999.
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Le Jardindes des Olfacties The Scented Garden - Visit it during the day or at night - It's a lot of fun!
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Lismore Castle "The historic gardens at Lismore Castle are divided into two very different halves. The Upper Garden is a complete example of the 17th century walled garden first constructed here by Richard Boyle, the 1st Earl of Cork, in about 1605. The outer walls and terraces remain and the plantings have changed to match the tastes of those living within the Castle. The Lower Garden was mostly made in the 19th century for the 6th Duke of Devonshire, Joseph Paxton's patron. This garden is informal with shrubs, trees and lawns, and the stately Yew Avenue is much older, perhaps from the 17th century."
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Luther Burbank Gardens If you find yourself on the west coast of the US, in Santa Rosa, California you will be very welcome at the Home, Greenhouse, and Gardens where world-renowned horticulturist, Luther Burbank, lived and experimented with plants for most of his 50-year career.
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Mornington House Gardens and Grounds Tranquillity and warm hospitality are the essence of Mornington, home to the O'Hara's since 1858. Set in an unexplored corner of Westmeath, with its charming landscape of rolling hills, ancient forests and sparkling lakes, Mornington is truly part of the real hidden Ireland, away from the tourist hordes, yet just 60 miles from Dublin. The gardens and the grounds are adjacent to the lake lake is where the legendary Children of Lir spent 300 years of their 900 year exile.
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Mount Usher Gardens "Laid out along the banks of the River Vartry, Mount Usher has been designed in the Robinsonian style. Trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants have been introduced from all parts of the globe and are planted in harmony with woodland and shade loving plants."
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Parc Floral et Tropical de la Court d'Aron Established in 1977, the Floral and Tropical Park of the Court of Aron works within the micro-climate of this region of France, the Vendee: Planting includes Tulip orchids, carnivorous plants in the greenhouses, multicoloured Iceland poppies, Japanese iris and papyrus from Egypt. You are lead naturally to water gardens where you mix with koi and see unique water planting. Beyond the arches of bamboo groves eucalyptus, banana and palm trees, you will discover, as early as July, the lake covered in Lotus Flowers. Native to Asia Lotus Flowers are unique in Europe and not to be missed if you are anywhere near the Parc Floral.
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