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Kilmurry Nursery Award winning second-generation family nursery that specialises in Herbaceous perennials. www.kilmurrynursery.com

12/10/2026

The Nursery will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, due to extenuating circumstances. Back open Wednesday!

Updated Opening Hours for the next few weeks.
06/10/2026

Updated Opening Hours for the next few weeks.

Ornamental Grasses: The Stars of AutumnAs we are now definitely into autumn, with the evenings closing in and the light ...
02/10/2026

Ornamental Grasses: The Stars of Autumn

As we are now definitely into autumn, with the evenings closing in and the light levels dropping, one group of plants really comes into its own — ornamental grasses.

Autumn is when many grasses are at their absolute best. They are in flower, catching the low autumn light and adding movement, texture and colour to the garden when many other plants are beginning to fade. From tiny grasses at the front of a border to tall varieties that sway in the breeze, they are an incredibly diverse group. In fact, grasses are one of the largest plant families on earth, with more than 10,000 species.

For some reason, ornamental grasses are often overlooked when planning a garden, but they have so much to offer. They bring colour, texture, movement and even sound to the garden. On a breezy autumn day, there is something lovely about hearing the grasses rustling and watching their flower heads move in the wind.

One of my favourites has to be Miscanthus. It produces fantastic flower plumes and comes in a huge range of heights and colours. Closely followed by Panicum, with its light and airy, bead-like flowers that add wonderful texture and movement.

I love using these grasses dotted through a herbaceous border. Rather than planting them all together, weave them through the planting to create little moments of height, texture and movement throughout the border.

And I’ve only mentioned two varieties here. There are hundreds of exciting ornamental grasses to choose from, each with their own character and growing habit.

We currently have a fantastic selection here at the Nursery, and now is the perfect time to come and see them for yourself. Many are looking their absolute best, so you can really get a feel for the different heights, shapes, flower heads and colours.

Some have become a little too tall for us to safely deliver, but if you don’t mind, we can give them a haircut before sending them out — they’ll soon grow back!

So, if you’ve never really considered ornamental grasses for your garden, now is the time to come and have a look. Autumn is when they really earn their place in the garden.

Looking at the garden and thinking it needs some colour now? Here our some of our favourite perennials that are still lo...
18/09/2026

Looking at the garden and thinking it needs some colour now? Here our some of our favourite perennials that are still looking great for mid-September.

1. Aster 'Fellowship'
2. Miscanthus sinensis 'Hermann Mussel'
3. Diascia personata 'Hopleys'
4. Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks'
5. Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah'
6. Salvia 'Super Trouper'

The rain has stopped and the sun is starting to shine here at the ISNA autumn plant fair at Fota House and Gardens. Open...
13/09/2026

The rain has stopped and the sun is starting to shine here at the ISNA autumn plant fair at Fota House and Gardens. Open today from 11am to 4pm. Admission is €5pp.

We are on the road this weekend for the last time this year. We will be at Fota House and Gardens, Cork, this coming Sun...
08/09/2026

We are on the road this weekend for the last time this year. We will be at Fota House and Gardens, Cork, this coming Sunday the 13th of September, 11am to 4pm. We will have an amazing selection of plants with us as the Nursery is exploding at the moment.
As ever if there is something in particular you are looking for please get in contact with us through phone, email or order through the webshop and click collection at Fota in the checkout.
Looking forward to see our south coast customers!!

Did you visit Bloom this year and spot a plant you really wanted — only to find it had already sold out? Or perhaps you ...
01/09/2026

Did you visit Bloom this year and spot a plant you really wanted — only to find it had already sold out? Or perhaps you missed Bloom altogether?

Every year, there are certain plants that fly off the benches faster than we can restock them.

The good news? They’re BACK! 🎉

We’ve just restocked some of the most sought-after varieties from Bloom, including:
1. Campanula 'Blue Bloomers'
2. Lychnis 'Hill Ground'
3. Cirsium 'Trevor's Blue Wonder'
4. Lychnis 'Petite Jenny'
5. Lychnis 'White Robin'
6. Geum 'Totally Tangerine'

If you missed out the first time, now is your chance to grab them before they disappear again!

All can be purchased through our webshop or in the Nursery.
https://www.kilmurrynursery.com/shop/

Is your flower bed ready for a little makeover? Have you spent the summer in the garden — playing with the kids, relaxin...
30/08/2026

Is your flower bed ready for a little makeover?

Have you spent the summer in the garden — playing with the kids, relaxing or entertaining on the patio — only to look at your flower beds and think… they could really do with a facelift! 😅

Maybe your borders have become tired and overgrown, or perhaps you’re starting a brand-new bed and have no idea where to begin or what to plant.

That’s where we can help

With our Planting by Numbers method, we’ll take the guesswork out of creating a beautiful, well-planned border.

✅ Design a bed that looks good all year round
✅ Provide a seasonal interest guide so you know what’s flowering and when
✅ Give you a simple maintenance plan that fits into real life

No jargon. No overwhelm. No wondering *“Where on earth do I put this plant?”* 😂

Just a clear, easy-to-follow planting scheme and a garden you’ll love watching grow. 🌸🌼🌿

Whether you’re giving an existing border a refresh or starting completely from scratch, we’ll help you create a planting plan that works for your garden and your lifestyle.

👉 Message or email us today to find out how we can transform your flower bed.

This summer has certainly put our gardens to the test! With long periods of dry weather and very little rain, I’ve been ...
27/08/2026

This summer has certainly put our gardens to the test! With long periods of dry weather and very little rain, I’ve been watching closely to see which plants really earned their place in the garden.
So here are my 5 current favourite perennials that have come through the drought looking surprisingly good:

1. Salvia microphylla ‘Hot Lips’
A real star performer. ‘Hot Lips’ has coped brilliantly with the dry conditions, and the beautiful two-tone flowers keep on coming. The microphylla salvias in general are definitely worth considering if you’re looking for resilient, long-flowering plants.

2. Nepeta grandiflora ‘Summer Magic’
Tough, pretty and pollinator-friendly — what more could you ask for? ‘Summer Magic’ has handled the dry weather remarkably well while still giving plenty of colour and soft, billowing flower spikes. We gave our clump a haircut in July and is now reflowering.

3. Erigeron karvinskianus
One of those plants that seems to just get on with it! This little daisy is incredibly tough once established and has continued flowering through the heat and drought. It’s perfect for softening walls, paths and borders.

4. Geranium ‘Rozanne’
A garden favourite for good reason. ‘Rozanne’ has stood up exceptionally well to the dry conditions and continues to produce those gorgeous violet-blue flowers. A brilliant, reliable perennial that earns its keep year after year.

5. Stipa tenuissima
Perhaps no surprise that this one made the list! This beautiful ornamental grass positively loves a hot, dry spot. Its fine, airy seed heads bring movement and texture to the garden, and it has barely seemed to notice the drought.

This summer has been a great reminder that choosing the right plant for the right place really does make a difference. As our summers become hotter and drier, I’ll definitely be planting more varieties that can cope with less water once established.

Which plants have surprised you with their drought tolerance this summer? Let me know your favourites below!

All the above can be purchased through our webshop or in the Nursery.

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Kilmurry Nursery
Gorey
Y25XK07

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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+353539480223

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