Must-visit gardens before the end of summer

With talk of ‘back to school’ in the air it is time to make the most of what remains of the summer.

If, like me, you’ve had your head down sowing, hoeing, staking and harvesting so far this season, the time has come to raise it up and get out there to visit some of the great gardens that Ireland has to offer.

All gardens evolve through the years and seasons, but vegetable gardens hold their own special charm and it is generally around now that most are at their peak — making it the perfect time to indulge in the practical and productive inspiration of other gardeners’ cultivations and creations.