The woodland garden, with its host of winding paths provides an exciting
display of exotic plants. Cultivation of this area began in 1968 with the
excavation of the large pond. It was here that a millstone and flume from a
horizontal mill were found dating back to the 7th Century The acid soil of
this lower garden provides the perfect environment for Rhododendrons, tender
Camellias eucryphias and magnolias not to mention Echiums, the giant borage
which is closely associated with Kilmokea.
Kilmokea is a delight to view in the Spring with its mass of flowers, Summer
with the Herbaceous plants at their height, Autumn with its subtle changing
of colours and Winter with its fine silhouettes. We know you will enjoy this
year-round wonderland. You are most welcome.
Garden Facilities: Cream Teas and lunch is served in the Georgian
conservatory. Delicious organic salads and homemade fair is served. There
are plants and preserves for sale. There is a Car Park & Guest Lavatories
(wheelchair accessable). Guided Tours are available.
The Kilmokea Irish Pottery, Arts and Crafts shop is stocked with the best
of Irish design including Nicholas Moss Pottery, Jerpoint Glass and
Stoneware Jackson and many others. Perfect for wedding presents and gifts
which can be shipped directly from Kilmokea to your chosen destination.
Guided Tours are available.
The gardens at Kilmokea, which cover some seven acres, fall into two
distinct parts. Around the house are formal walled gardens and set into the
stone wall a heavy wooden door leads you into the magical world of the lower
garden. Originally started in 1947 these gardens host a wide selection of
rare and tender trees and shrubs. With over 130 different species the garden
is a delight to both the keen amateur and the more serious horticulturist.
Presently Kilmokea Gardens holds an Irish Heritage Garden certificate which
is a justifiable reward for 52 years of creation and dedication.
