World-famous gardener dies

A WATERFORD-based centenarian once honoured for creating “the greatest garden in the world” has died during his annual visit to the Chelsea Flower Show.

Ambrose Congreve, CBE, was 104 and owner of the world famous Congreve Gardens and Estate in Waterford.

Fourteen years ago he was awarded ‘the greatest garden in the world’ medal by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. His gardens have won numerous other awards including 13 Gold Medals at the Chelsea Flower Show.