Irish Gardens by Olda Fitzgerald
Celebrating the Irish garden, this title tells the stories and reveals the secrets of 20 gardens many of which are newly planted or recently restored. A personal friend of many of the owners, Olda Fitzgerald paints an informed and intimate portrait of these gardens and the people who created and maintain them. Each garden is explored, its design and planting analysed and its layout illustrated by a detailed plan. A comprehensive visitor's guide gives addresses and opening times of the various gardens.
Not called the Emerald Isle for nothing, this is a visual feast of the fabulous gardens to be found in this diverse countryTown gardens, rural retreats, farms and castles. Allees and avenues, potagers and parterres. Herbaceous borders and hewn-from-nature landscapes, the plethora of styles reflect the island's history. In the protection of the Gulf Stream and with abundant rain, tropical usurpers grow, blending effortlessly into the existing landscape. Tree ferns, palms, melianthus and more happily thrive alongside native species giving unexpected treats at every turn. Photographed by Stephen Robson, whose obvious love of his subject is reflected in his pictures, the rustic hues and natural beauty are shown to their best advantage. Olda Fitzgerald, personal friend of many of the garden owners and, indeed, inhabitant and gardener of Glin Castle since the 1970s, gives a tantalising glimpse into the history and design of these luscious oasis', adding an insight into their origins and cultivation. Anyone planning a garden holiday in Ireland will be inspired by this collection of largely unseen private gardens and it should spur into action any other gardeners to visit the Emerald Isle and view for themselves its hidden horticultural jewels. - Lucy Watson
Since Olda FitzGerald moved to Ireland in the 1970's she has immersed herself in its life and culture. She writes for a number of publications including Harpers & Queen, World of Interiors and Vogue. Married to Desmond FitzGerald, the Knight of Glin, she lives at Glin Castle, Co. Limerick, a fine Georgian gothic house with an impressive walled garden, which is itself featured in this book.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781840912883 |
| ISBN 10 | 184091288X |
| Title | Irish Gardens |
| Author | Olda Fitzgerald |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Octopus Publishing Group |
| Year published | 2002-10-15 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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