Gardens of Ireland

From the terraces of Powerscourt to the subtropical shores of Garinish Island, we explore the finest gardens Ireland has to offer - with practical tips to visit them.

A wasp on flowers in an Irish back garden with a shed and bins behind

Common Garden Pests in Ireland: Which Ones Need Action and Which Should You Leave Alone?

GardenIreland August 7, 2026

Bees, wasps, ants, slugs, spiders, rats and mice: how to tell normal Irish garden wildlife from a problem worth investigating, and what to do about each.

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A modern grey porcelain patio in a Dublin garden

Patio Ideas for Your Irish Garden: Materials, Layouts and Costs

GardenIreland July 7, 2026

Porcelain, sandstone, granite or cobblelock? A practical guide to choosing the right patio material, layout and base for the Irish climate - and when to call in a professional.

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Killruddery House and Gardens in County Wicklow

Killruddery House and Gardens in County Wicklow

GardenIreland July 3, 2026

The oldest formal gardens in Ireland still in their original 17th-century layout, tucked just outside Bray - quieter than Powerscourt and just as worth your time.

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The Emerald Enchantment garden in Ireland

The Emerald Enchantment: A Journey Through Ireland's Mystical Garden

GardenIreland January 23, 2024

Nestled in the lush, rolling hills of Ireland lies a hidden gem, a garden so enchanting it seems to have sprung from the pages of a fairy tale.

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Magical Secret Garden in Hillsborough

Magical Secret Garden, Hillsborough in Northern Ireland

GardenNorthern Ireland February 5, 2022

Through an ordinary High Street archway lies something totally unexpected: an artist has spent more than a quarter of a century turning a total wasteland into a magical garden.

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A freshly laid tarmac driveway next to a paved patio in a Dublin garden

A Tarmac Driveway in Your Beautiful Garden: DIY or a Professional?

Garden February 2022

If you are looking for a solution to get your driveway paved for your beautiful garden, you can think of two ways: do it yourself or hire a professional.

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Derreen Garden in County Kerry

Derreen Garden

GardenIreland April 4, 2020

Derreen Garden is located in County Kerry, covering over 60 acres and offering over 12km of trails with magnificent views of Kilmakilloge Bay and the distant mountains.

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2 for 1 entry in Irish gardens

2 for 1 Entry in Irish Best Gardens

Garden October 21, 2019

A good tip that allows you to get two entries for the price of one in more than 440 gardens in the UK and Ireland - including 33 gardens in Ireland.

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A completed cobblelock patio and fresh lawn in a Dublin back garden

Our Partner for Paving Your Garden (Patio, Driveway, Terrace etc.)

Garden June 2019

If you own a house or a business in the area of Dublin and want to build a driveway, a patio or a terrace, we have a partner for you.

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Garinish Garden on Garinish Island

Garinish Garden on Garinish Island near Glengariff

GardenIsland June 4, 2019

The Garinish Garden is located on Garinish Island in Bantry Bay: 15 hectares with a mild microclimate, lush subtropical vegetation and colonies of seals.

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Powerscourt Garden in County Wicklow

Powerscourt Garden in Ireland

Ireland April 12, 2019

With beautiful terraces, dancing fountains and panoramic views of County Wicklow, Powerscourt is one of the most famous gardens near Dublin - ranked third in the world by National Geographic.

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