Buds and Blossoms is fast growing as one of the best garden events in the country. Since 2016 we have attracted many of the specialist nurseries in Ireland, and this year we are continuing the trend.
2025 Lineup
We are happy to say that we have had some of the leading gardening experts in Europe. This years speakers include Tom Coward from the world renowned Gravetye Manor (the once home of William Robinson, a fellow Laois man). Colin Jones from Salterbridge House and Gardens who will speak about growing your own cut flowers. John Jones who will speak to the topic of Garden to Fork.
John Jones
Master My Garden, Crettyard, Co. Laois
Talk: Garden to Fork
Time: 1:00pm
Colin Jones
Salterbridge House and Gardens, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford
Talk: Growing your own Cut Flowers
This session will guide you through the process of starting a Cutting Garden. Colin will talk through the process step by step while sharing expert advice on plant selection, seasonal care & overcoming obstacles along the way.
Time: 2:30pm
Tom Coward
Gravetye Manor, East Grinstead, Sussex, United Kingdom
Talk: William Robinson – the man from County Laois who taught the world how to garden.
In this talk we will look at the life of one of the most influential gardeners of his generation, his impact on Horticulture and at the garden he created at his home at Gravetye Manor in Sussex. Head gardener Tom coward will also take us through the restoration project of the garden that he has been implementing over the past 15 years.
Time: 4:00pm
Please note that these times are approx, time will be required to allow for change over of speakers.
All schedules are subject to change.
Also watch out for exhibitor demonstrations and talks at their designated stands.
