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Malachy Doherty

I have been gardening since I was five when my mother gave me a part of our garden to have as my own. I studied horticulture in the National Botantic Gardens in Glasnevin and I was a winner of the Young Horticulturist of the Year competition. My special interests are wildlife, plant propagation and cacti.
Gardening

Evergreen vs Deciduous Hedges: Which Is Best for Your Irish Garden?

by Malachy Doherty / 8th Oct 2026
Choosing a hedge isn't just about deciding where to plant it. One of the first things I ask customers in…
Outdoor Gardening

How to Kill Moss on Lawns: Practical Advice for a Healthier Lawn

by Malachy Doherty / 24th Feb 2026
Now is the perfect time to treat for moss
Outdoor Gardening

A Perfect Hedge: Tips for Planting and Maintaining Your Garden Hedges

by Malachy Doherty / 1st Feb 2026
Late February and early March are the perfect time to cut hedges.
Grow Your Own

The Perfect Time to Plant Potatoes

by Malachy Doherty / 31st Jan 2026
There’s nothing quite like the taste of a homegrown spud and they are quite easy to grow.
At Home

Make your own Christmas wreath

by Malachy Doherty / 27th Nov 2025
Decorate your front door with a homemade wreath.
At Home

Real Christmas tree buyers guide

by Malachy Doherty / 27th Nov 2025
Things to consider when buying a Christmas tree.
Gardening

Picking Apples – Top Tips!

by Malachy Doherty / 29th Jul 2025
A popular question this autumn is ‘how do you know when the apples from my tree are ripe’.
Gardening

How to prevent frost damage in your garden

by Malachy Doherty / 18th Oct 2024
Frost can cause devastation in a garden, even after just one night. But you can protect your garden plants against…
Gardening

The Sweet Scent of Roses

by Malachy Doherty / 1st Jun 2024
Roses sum up everything that is great about summer, particularly for gardeners
Container Gardening

Creating the Perfect Hanging Basket

by Malachy Doherty / 1st May 2024
I’m a big fan of hanging baskets! They did go out of fashion for a few years or were associated with just older gardeners. But they’re back with a bang.
Gardening

4 Benefits of Irish Grown Plants

by Malachy Doherty / 29th Feb 2024
We are lucky in Ireland to have one of the best climates for growing plants and flowers in the world.…
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