Meet the Judges at Bloom 2018
Our judges:
Garden Judges
Andrew Wilson
Mark Gregory
Paul Maher
Feargus McGarvey
Karen Foley
Leslie Moore – Guest Judge
Cor Van Gelderen – Guest Judge
Nursery & Floral...
Video of Billys Pre Show preparations
Watch how Billy grows a vast collection of ferns on the beautiful South-West coast of Ireland. BBC two Billy Alexander - Kells Bay Gardens
Bloom 2018 Medium Garden – MAMMA MIA! Here we go again
This garden creates a scene in which visitors can get ready to sing and dance, laugh and love all over again in advance of...
Bloom 2018 Large Garden – FBD Insurance’s “Deep Play” Garden
The FBD Insurance’s “Deep Play” Garden is a relaxing and tranquil space for spending time with family and friends. The garden draws its inspiration...
Pesticides Updates – Teagasc
There have been some significant changes in pesticides recently. Its been reported to me that the insecticide Chess and herbicide Finale will no longer available...
Bloom 2018 Medium Garden – Moving Statues to Marriage Equality
The inspiration behind this garden installation comes from the passing of 30 years since sponsor Woodie’s opened its first store in Ireland. It depicts...
Bloom 2018 Large Garden – Life is Rosé by Santa Rita ‘Living la Vida...
The ‘Life is Rosé by Santa Rita ‘Living la Vida 120’ garden will bring a flavour of Chile to Bloom. It is a contemporary space...
Specialist Fertilisers – Licensing & Storage – Teagasc
For security reasons, some fertilisers are subject to specific controls in Ireland. The Department of Justice and Equality are responsible for these controls.
Colm Farrell...
“A Gardener’s Look” portrait of Una McDermott presented to WIT
The sadly missed horticulturalist and WIT lecturer will keep a watchful eye on those entering the WIT library from her portrait in the foyer
A...
Bloom 2018 Small Garden – The Sanctuary Upside Down Garden
This concept garden quite literally turns the world upside down. Designed to challenge, intrigue and amuse visitors, the garden features a simple urban terrace front...
