Nigella, lupins and a very special clematis: my blooming June garden makes the toil worth itAt times it can feel like you’ll never win, but when seeds start blooming you’re reminded of the special joy a garden bringsSat Jun 10 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How can I get rid of my this weed invading my lawn?Considered by many as an invasive weed, it’s not easy to removeSat Jun 03 2023 - 05:00
Short-lived showstoppers to bring glamour to your gardenThey may not live very long, but these beautiful blooms are all the more precious for thatSat Jun 03 2023 - 05:00
Bloom 2023: Opening times, ticket costs, the gardens to see and moreCrowds will once again descend on the Phoenix Park for Bloom. Here’s how to make the most of your visitWed May 31 2023 - 14:06
The war on garden slugs: I’m coming for youIt won’t be easy - Ireland is home to more than 30 difference species - but here are some of the steps we can take to control slugsSat May 20 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: Flowers to bring colour to damp areasBest option is to choose plants that thriving in these kinds of growing conditionsSat May 20 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How can I control Crocosmia? The best method of control is the most labour-intensive – to laboriously dig out as much of the corms and rhizomatous root systems as you canSat May 13 2023 - 05:00
Lawn shaming: To mow or not to mow, and what your lawn says about you?The debate between those who like a traditional, tightly mown, weed-free lawn and those who prefer theirs on the wild side is heating upSat May 13 2023 - 05:00
Top 10 plants to bring a burst of colour to your gardenFrom lilac to geraniums, and iris to clematis, these plants will add colour and beauty this monthSat May 06 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: What evergreen tree is suitable for a windy garden?The Killarney strawberry tree is an elegant option with pollinator-friendly flowersSat May 06 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: What’s the best wood for raised beds?You’re right to be concerned about the possibility of replacement timber being pretreated with chemicals, including insecticides and preservativesSat Apr 29 2023 - 05:00
Forget carrots, tomatoes, peppers: Here are the best vegetables to growForget about carrots (easy to buy), peppers (too hard to grow) and tomatoes (too thirsty), and think about potatoes, leeks and broccoli insteadSat Apr 29 2023 - 05:00
Garden rescue: quick fixes to do this bank holiday to see you through the summer From a no-dig vegetable bed to colourful arrays of flowers, here are eight simple steps to get your garden in shapeFri Apr 28 2023 - 05:00
Picking the best flowers for your gardenFor the most bounteous blooms this summer, take some advice from flower-farmer-florist Rachel SiegfriedSat Apr 22 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: Bringing native flowers backForget about seed sowing – all your meadow-to-be needs is the opportunity to express itself fullySat Apr 22 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: Why are my onions rotting?Crop rotation is the most effective way to prevent a possible build-up of crop-specific pests and diseasesSat Apr 15 2023 - 05:00
April’s a beauty, but can be a bit busy for gardeners: Here’s how to put some structure on your effortsAs the days get longer, the to-do list never shortens. The answer? Prioritise and be preparedSat Apr 15 2023 - 05:00
Gardening is a great leveller: Even Elon Musk can’t make a tree grow fasterRich or poor, we all have to wait for nature. And that’s what’s so special about gardeningSat Apr 08 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: Why won’t this weed mind its business?Sometimes it’s easier to just let nature have its waySat Apr 08 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: When should you cut bamboo?Depending on the type of bamboo you have, the best action might be to remove it altogetherSat Apr 01 2023 - 05:00
Top tips on how to garden when you’re rentingTalk to your landlord, join a gardening club, or get tips from family and your local friendly garden centreSat Apr 01 2023 - 05:00
The joys of raising plants from seedProviding that magical ‘kiss of life’ opens up new possibilities and never grows staleSat Mar 25 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How can I remove an invasive acanthus?Ultra-hardy and tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions, the only thing acanthus doesn’t like is a very wet, cold soilSat Mar 25 2023 - 05:00
How to create your own floral wreath for Mother’s DayUsing some resilient evergreen foliage you can create a ‘living’ wreath and forget about the plastic alternativesSat Mar 18 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How can I fight an attack by box tree moth caterpillars on my hedges?Highly destructive box tree moth caterpillar overwinters in cocoons before emerging in spring to feed voraciously on foliage and stemsSat Mar 18 2023 - 05:00
Golden sunflowers, glorious cherry blossom, delightful dahlias: Seven ways to bring some joy into your life Look to sweet peas, with their fleeting beauty, delicious tomatoes, and a spring flowering delight like magnolia or cherry blossomSat Mar 11 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: What do I do with bindweed?With a challenging garden weed, control, rather than eradication, might be the best approachSat Mar 11 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: Will my acer tree come back?Trees are impressively resilient and often do bounce backSat Mar 04 2023 - 05:00
Mount Congreve, where even U2 band member has a flower named after him, re-opens after €6 million investmentIt’s a new and exciting chapter for these Waterford gardens - where even a U2 band member has a flower named after himWed Mar 01 2023 - 13:41
The Barbie-pink, spidery Nerine will bring colour to an autumn gardenOnce loathed, now loved, the showy blooms of this plant are joyfulSat Feb 25 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: What’s the best way to prune my unruly purple potato vine?It has a pretty purple-blue flower but is a naturally vigorous, untidy plant that can’t be corralled foreverSat Feb 25 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How do I train a fruit tree?An espalier-trained fruit tree is a fine option but it requires some work and a degree of patient pruning and trainingSat Feb 18 2023 - 05:00
The great rewilding: ‘Nature is disappearing before our very eyes and without it, we won’t survive’Rewilding of land surrounding Dunsany Castle has led to the reappearance of wild species that had disappearedSat Feb 18 2023 - 05:00
How to use cardboard in your garden or allotmentCreate raised flower beds, use it as a weed-suppressant or for no-dig cut-flower bedsSat Feb 11 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How to deal with a north-facing gardenLook to a mix of small shrubs, hardworking perennials and ornamental grasses to create a pretty borderSat Feb 11 2023 - 05:00
What not to do in your garden this weekIt’s tempting to get back out there, but tread carefully as winter is not yet overSat Feb 04 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How do I prune a hydrangea?When and how to prune will depend on the variety of this wonderful plantSat Feb 04 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How can I deal with a troublesome pest? The woolly aphid can quickly disfigure a plant and leave it vulnerable to diseaseSat Jan 28 2023 - 05:00
Wrap up your plants against winter’s chill - some may thrive, while others need a little helpHardiness can vary dramatically within a single genus, with certain species and/or varieties much more resilient than othersSat Jan 28 2023 - 05:00
Snowdrops: How to grow them and where to see themFionnuala Fallon: Each tiny white bloom of this very special flower is a promise made goodSat Jan 21 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: When should I prune my fig tree?Wait until March/April to put your secateurs to work on this decadent plantSat Jan 21 2023 - 05:00
Sow and grow in January: 10 jobs for the kitchen gardenerThink ahead for grapes, chillies and aubergines if you’re keen to get your hands back into soilSat Jan 14 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: What flowers should I grow for an October wedding?Opting for fast-growing varieties that can be dried will make for a beautiful displaySat Jan 14 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How do I deal with overgrown ivy?An out of control mature ivy plant can cause damage but removing it can be trickySat Jan 07 2023 - 05:00
A new garden tool for the new yearA scythe can connect you to the natural world while performing a necessary taskSat Jan 07 2023 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How can I grow herbs in an Irish garden?Rosemary and thyme need a bright, sheltered spot and light, free-draining, not overly fertile soilSat Dec 17 2022 - 05:00
How to make a traditional Christmas wreath to brighten winter daysBring some colour to the bleak mid-winter with a freshly made wreath for tables, doors and gravesSat Dec 17 2022 - 05:00
Get inspired with a gardening book From growing your own cut flowers, to how gardening is responding to climate change, there is plenty of choice for some fireside reading this ChristmasSat Dec 10 2022 - 05:00
Your gardening questions answered: How do I start a community garden?Get help from the experts before you startSat Dec 10 2022 - 05:00
The A-Z of Christmas gardening giftsFrom rose bushes to quality secateurs, and handcream to greenhouses, there's plenty of ideas for the gardener in your lifeSat Dec 03 2022 - 05:00
