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Cornus brings a fiery display

Colourful shrubs like the vibrant cornus brighten up cold, grey days and bring some interest.

5 February 2025 GARDENING

Storm Éowyn reminds us how vulnerable farmers are to extreme weather events

We must future-proof our farm houses and farm buildings to be able to withstand the force of storms, writes Katherine O'Leary.

29 January 2025 KATHERINE O'LEARY

Folklore: let’s celebrate Hedgehog Day and the beckoning of spring

This small, prickly animal emerging from its slumber reminds us our winter hibernation period is over, writes Shane Lehane.

29 January 2025 GARDENING

Gardening with Kitty: spring into action

Get to grips with storm damage and prepare your kitchen garden and paths for the season ahead, writes Kitty Scully.

29 January 2025 GARDENING

Gardening with Gerry: winter iris is a striking bloom

This vibrant flower is a colourful addition to your garden at the harshest time of the year, writes Gerry Daly.

22 January 2025 GARDENING

Gardening with Mary: add some cheer with conifers

Blend evergreens into your garden for a boost of colour and structure in late winter, writes Mary Keenan.

15 January 2025 GARDENING

Colourful camellias are the perfect garden winter bloomers

Camellias are a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden, thriving even in the chilly months, writes Gerry Daly.

8 January 2025 GARDENING

Gardening with Kitty: sow the seeds for a hearty yield

It’s time to rejuvenate and shape the upcoming season of growth in the kitchen garden and beyond, writes Kitty Scully.

1 January 2025 GARDENING

Gardening with Gerry: the tree of life

Ginkgo or the tree of life is unique in botany for several noteworthy reasons, writes Gerry Daly.

25 December 2024 GARDENING