Garden Digest: Summer diary dates for the room outside
Sarah Eberle will give a talk at Carlow Garden Festival on Thursday, July 31.
A spectacular celebration of gardens, heritage, nature, horticultural inspiration and sustainability, the 2025 Carlow Garden Festival promises to be a lively conversation that brings together leading names from the world of horticulture from today, Saturday, July 26, to Sunday, August 3. Now in its 23rd year, this beloved festival offers a nine-day programme of talks, guided tours, garden visits, workshops and culinary experiences. Today, Saturday, July 26, sees favourite Adam Frost join forces with rugby star Peter O’Mahony, as the great Munster and Ireland legend reveals his passion for gardening at an event at the Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven in Leighlinbridge (Eircode R93 P9F4), at 7.30pm; tickets, €25. Sarah Eberle, renowned for her record 19 gold medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, will share insights from her illustrious career in garden design during a talk at Borris House on Thursday, July 31. Sarah will discuss the creative process and evolution of design trends that have shaped her award-winning gardens, offering inspiration and practical advice for gardeners of all levels.
Antony Barry and Noel O’Keeffe will host open gardens on Sunday, July 27, 10.30am-2.30pm, on the Bog Road, Carrigtwohill (Eircode T45 RX67). The event is in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland’s Munster Branch. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.
