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A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p>This year, when you go in search of some winter bling for the garden, instead of filling trolleys with plants that act like disposable decorations, perhaps you could think a little differently about winter beauty, writes Peter Dowdall. File picture</p>

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Peter Dowdall: Walk on the wild side and seek out sustainable winter garden bling

'Real garden sparkle comes from those tough, generous, wildlife-friendly beauties that actually belong outdoors in our climate'

<p>A hellebore among bulbs in a Christmas display pot. Picture: Alamy</p>

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Gardening: How to make your Christmas bulbs last longer

<p>After the storm: A weather-lashed backyard. File picture</p>

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Garden Q&A: My lawn looks a mess this winter. What can I do?

Interior design decor with potted orchid flowers and bookcase next to window

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Peter Dowdall: How to keep your houseplants happy this winter

Close-up of frost on plant leaves in the Fall

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Garden Q&A: What's the best way to protect trees and shrubs from frost?

First autumn frost in the garden. Dahlia flower bed damaged after first killing frost of the season. Frozen dahlia plants, end o

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Peter Dowdall: Frost signals season's end for certain plants. Here's how to manage their downtime

Wild Mushrooms On The Forest Floor

Garden Q&A: Mushrooms are popping up in my lawn and flower beds. Why?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Snowdrop flowers blooming in winter

Garden Digest: Winter flower demos and gala club events

Check out all the garden club demonstrations, talks, events, campaigns and online resources

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Camellia flower fallen leaves

Peter Dowdall: Stars of November shine brightly in our gardens

All the fluff and fuss of summer has gone now, and what’s left is structure, scent, and some real top performers

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

How to create the perfect winter garden

How to create the winter garden of your dreams

From frost-hardy plants to bright-coloured foliage, here's how to grow a winter wonderland outside your own home

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Planting spring flowers in the garden

Garden Q&A: Is there still time to plant spring bulbs in November?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill'

Garden Digest: Winter flower demonstrations and gala events

Check out all the garden demos, tours, talks, events, campaigns and online resources for the room outside

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

Blue spring flowers (Scilla siberica) blooming in fresh soil amidst a garden setting

Peter Dowdall: Get out in the garden and get planting this weekend. Your future self will thank you in spring

If those bags of bulbs are still sitting by the back door, don’t feel guilty. November is the perfect time. The soil is still soft, and the temperatures are cool enough. Bulbs are wonderfully forgiving, and there’s still time for them to settle in

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025

Hemlock Water-dropwort - Oenanthe crocata

Revealed: The deadly plants gardeners and foragers need to know about

From the poisonous yew to beautiful blooms and the garlic lookalikes with lethal powers, here's what you need to look out for

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

Autumn portrait of the little kitten wearing the pink-gray knitted scarf. Cat sitting outdoors on fallen yellow leaves in a gard

Garden Q&A: Should I still cut the grass on my lawn in winter?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Mon, 03 Nov, 2025

Close up of perennial sweet pea flowers

Garden Q&A: Why didn't my perennial sweet pea bloom this year?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Tue, 28 Oct, 2025

Blackcap; Sylvia atricapilla; female on holly berries

These berries will make your garden a magnet for birds

Our feathered friends prefer some berry-bearing trees and shrubs to others when stocking up for the season. Here's what you need to know

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025