Frost can feel cruel but it’s not all bad news in the garden
The cold acts as a natural curb on the spread of plant pests and diseases. Slugs are less active and fungal spores will be less likely to spread
Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland (RHSI)
A gift to lovers of gardens and period homes
Celebrated for its spring garden, Bellefield House in Co Offaly was bequeathed to the Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland by architect and garden designer Angela Jupe, writes Tony Clayton Lea
Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland votes to retain ‘royal’ in its name
There was ‘no raging argument’ or ‘huge ructions’ as matter came down to costs and desire to maintain status quo, chairman said
Gardening: Angela Jupe’s legacy in excellent hands and the top gardens for viewing snowdrops
RHSI Bellefield, which opens for 2024 with its snowdrop weekend, will become a place of learning and gardening excellence
Tone it down: Why too much artificial lighting is bad for your garden
Bright lights can annoy plants, wildlife and you; so go easy when illuminating your outdoor spaces
Attitudes to English people living in Ireland: ‘I’d never, ever watch sport in public’
Daily commentary on their accent and sometimes unpleasant ‘banter’ is a part of life for some English expatriates living here
Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland to consider pruning ‘Royal’ from its name
Shedding of ancient name to be considered after process of consulting the memberships’ views
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