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

John Jones

Master My Garden, Crettyard, Co. Laois

Talk: Garden to Fork

Time: 1:00pm



Colin Jones

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

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.

Location


Eircode: R32 PW80

Spink Community Grounds is situated 5km east of Abbeyleix on the R430 road to Carlow. Travel time from a selection of locations:

Portlaoise – 15 minutes
Carlow – 25 minutes
Kilkenny – 35 minutes
Dublin – 70 minutes
Tullamore – 50 minutes
Newbridge – 40 minutes
Thurles – 40 minutes
Limerick – 75 minutes
Waterford – 75 minutes
Cork – 95 minutes

ADMISSION

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Buy online now or at the gate on the day.

Adult €10 (plus booking fee)
Students €5 (plus booking fee)
Under 12s go free

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In Association with

Project Ireland 2040

Our Rural Future

Co-funded by the European Union

Laois Partnership Company

Laois County Council

Leader

spink community development association

ESB Networks

Aptus Fibre

Funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development.