“The Open Gardens of Ireland takes you on an enchanting journey through Ireland’s finest gardens.”
Those were the words of broadcaster, culinary arts lecturer and TV chef, Edward Hayden when he officially launched the new book by Shirley Lanigan in Rothe House on Tuesday night.
“This book is more than just a guide; it is a tribute to the beauty, passion, and dedication that she found in each garden, and of course the unique narrative associated with each one,” he said.
“These gardens are more than mere collections of plants and flowers; they are living, breathing embodiments of our history, culture, and community spirit.
They tell stories of generations past and present, each one adding its unique touch to the vibrant tapestry of our natural world,” he added.
A large crowd attended the event hosted by Valerie O’Sullivan and her team at Rothe House while Khan Kiely of Khan Books on James’s Street had the book stall.
‘The Open Gardens of Ireland’ is a spellbinding journey through 400 divine and diverse gardens on the island of Ireland.
Following 18 months on the road, Shirley Lanigan’s painstakingly researched homage to gardeners, which took her from the top of North Antrim to the tip of West Cork is now available.
From petite and formal to huge, plant-populous jungles; from wild and natural to ordered and intricate; through hidden sanctuaries and into the iconic, treasured public gardens and parks, ‘The Open Gardens of Ireland’ leads you on a grand tour.
“Gardeners have so much to share with us and we can learn from them by visiting and studying their creations” according to Shirley.
Gardeners have long been standing up for and working quietly and diligently on sustainability; preserving wildlife and biodiversity.”, continued the author.
Shirley has expertly exposed the lengths to which they have gone to enrich our planet.
