Join the Clontarf Gardening Society's First Talk of 2025!

27 Jan 2025
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The Clontarf Gardening Society will hold its first presentation of 2025 on Thursday, 30th January at 8:00 PM in the Parish Centre located behind the Church of Ireland on Seafield Road West, Clontarf.

The guest speaker for the evening is Mary Keenan, editor of The Irish Garden magazine and co-owner of Gash Gardens and Nursery in County Laois. Mary is a former President of the Tree Council of Ireland, a lecturer, a Tidy Towns adjudicator, and an experienced horticultural consultant with a practical approach to gardening.

Mary’s presentation, titled "Plants for Problem Places", will focus on addressing common gardening challenges such as shade, north-facing walls, and damp areas.

Details:

  • Date: Thursday, 30th January 2025
  • Time: 8:00 PM
  • Venue: Parish Centre behind the Church of Ireland, Seafield Road West
  • Entrance Fee:
    • Free for paid-up members
    • €5 for non-members

New members are welcome, with an annual subscription costing €25 per person. Membership includes access to all monthly talks (January, March, April, May, September and October) as well as the AGM in February, which is followed by a quiz night.

The Society also organizes a summer outing in June to a renowned open garden, with lunch and a garden centre visit. In November, a Christmas Flower Arrangement demonstration (separate fee applies) is held, featuring wreaths and arrangements raffled off on the night.

As always, tea, coffee and treats will be served after the presentation, providing an opportunity to chat with the speaker and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts.