Gardens in Republic of Ireland

Lismore Castle Gardens

There are 7-acres of gardens, all set within the historic castle walls of Lismore Castle. There are majestic trees to flowering meadows, veg production, and herbaceous displays, as well as a collection of sculptures.

Cluain na dTor Nursery and Gardens

Nursery and gardens specialising in seaside and coastal plants, featuring a scenic sheltered garden with many rare and unusual plants.

Irish National Stud & Gardens

Renowned Japanese and Irish themed gardens, hosting a wide range of plants, trees and shrubs.

Beaulieu House & Garden

Beaulieu House & Garden is a 17th country house and garden. There is a vibrant 4-acre walled garden that contains many unusual plants, shrubs, and fruit trees. The house and garden are open to visitors and small groups.

Woodville Walled Garden

Woodville House is set at the foot of the Slieve Aughty Mountains in South East Galway. The Walled Garden at Woodville consists of 1.5-acres, which has been beautifully restored with colorful herbaceous borders, espaliered fruit trees, vegetable garden, rose garden, and serene water.

Airfield Estate

Working farm, gardens and restaurant hosting all manner of family, foodie and educational event throughout the year within 38 acres of ornamental and functional grounds.

Tullynally Castle Gardens

There are over 12-acres of gardens at Tullynally including walled gardens, extensive woodland gardens, and 2 ornamental lakes. Much of the present layout dates from the early 1800s, but the current owners, Thomas and Valerie Pakenham have gardened the area for over 50 years and added many new features.

Bellefield House Gardens

Intricately designed garden from renowned designer Angela Jupe, conveniently located midway between Birr and Roscrea.

Strokestown Park Walled Gardens

Strokestowne Park Walled Gardens is a restored Georgian walled garden that features architecture from over the past 270 years. There are also lots of varieties of fruit and vegetables that have been grown using traditional methods.

June Blake's Garden

June Blake's garden is a contemporary design that is surrounded in natural beauty. There is a mixture of dahlias and an array of tropical plants.

Knockrose Garden

Knockrose Garden is an old-fashioned cottage-style garden that features trees, shrubs, sculptures, and many fragrant flowers. The garden is open from May till September for individuals and groups.

Hunting Brook Gardens

Hunting Brook is a botanical paradise consisting of 5-acres of herbaceous gardens and 15-acres of woodland. There are also a number of courses and events that take place at the gardens.

Burtown House and Gardens

Artist's garden featuring herbaceous borders, a walled vegetable garden, yew walks and much more - alongside a cafe and shop.

Mornington Garden

The Mornington Garden has a mixture of trees, shrubs, herbaceous borders, a gravel bed, little water features, and even chickens. This family-friendly garden also runs a number of workshops, courses, and events.

Ballymaloe Cookery School Gardens

There are a number of different gardens to see at the Ballymaloe Cookery School, and each space has a unique personality and a special story of its own to communicate. Guided tours of the gardens can be arranged.

The Dower House Gardens

The gardens surrounding this late 18th century house (c.1790) were laid out towards the end of the 19th century with plantings of many fine specimens including rhododendron arboreum, magnolia soulangeana ‘Alba’, and camellia japonica. Also included are a number of specimen mature trees, including a fine Chilean myrtle, luma apiculata, planted c. 1880.

Blarney Castle and Gardens

Landmark castle featuring expansive gardens, walks and an arboretum.

The National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh

52 acres of wild Robinsonian gardens, arboretum walks and parkland, hosting a wide range of plants, shrubs and trees for every interest.

Castle Durrow Gardens

Stunning castle gardens stretching over 50 acres including formal, walled and functional areas alongside a recently restored ha-ha and grotto.

Strokestown Park Walled Gardens

Strokestowne Park Walled Gardens is a restored Georgian walled garden that features architecture from over the past 270 years. There are also lots of varieties of fruit and vegetables that have been grown using traditional methods.

Powerscourt House and Gardens

Country estate featuring expansive formal gardens, lakes and walks.

Brigit's Garden

Brigit's Garden is a not-for-profit project highlighted by gardens designed around Celtic festivals. The garden is 11-acres of native woodland and formal gardens located on the doorstep of Connemara on the West coast of Ireland.