Painting with Plants by Chris Beardshaw
Sunday, 26th July 2025
Chris Beardshaw at Duckett’s Grove Historic House and Walled Gardens
Venue: Duckett’s Grove Historic House and Walled Gardens, Kneestown, near Carlow Town (junction 4 off M9 motorway)
Time: 3 p.m.
Admission: €25
Directions: From Dublin/Waterford take Exit 4 off the M9 motorway. Follow signs for Castledermot, then take the R418 Castledermot – Tullow Road for 6km and turn right at the signed junction. From Carlow Town take the R726 Hacketstown Road for 10km to Killerig Cross. Turn left at this junction onto the R418 for 2.5km, turn left again at the signed junction.
In this inspiring and richly illustrated talk, award-winning garden designer Chris Beardshaw explores the evolution of the English garden style, with a particular focus on the iconic herbaceous border. Tracing its development from early formal planting schemes to the more naturalistic and expressive designs of today, Chris highlights the influential figures who shaped this essentially British approach to gardening. He reveals the principles behind plant selection, colour harmony, structure and seasonal interest, offering practical insights into how great borders are composed. Blending history, design theory and personal experience, Chris demystifies the artistry behind planting design and encourages gardeners of all levels to think creatively and create their own beautiful, painterly borders at home.
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Sunday, 26th July 2025
Chris Beardshaw at Duckett’s Grove Historic House and Walled Gardens
Venue: Duckett’s Grove Historic House and Walled Gardens, Kneestown, near Carlow Town (junction 4 off M9 motorway)
Time: 3 p.m.
Admission: €25
Directions: From Dublin/Waterford take Exit 4 off the M9 motorway. Follow signs for Castledermot, then take the R418 Castledermot – Tullow Road for 6km and turn right at the signed junction. From Carlow Town take the R726 Hacketstown Road for 10km to Killerig Cross. Turn left at this junction onto the R418 for 2.5km, turn left again at the signed junction.
In this inspiring and richly illustrated talk, award-winning garden designer Chris Beardshaw explores the evolution of the English garden style, with a particular focus on the iconic herbaceous border. Tracing its development from early formal planting schemes to the more naturalistic and expressive designs of today, Chris highlights the influential figures who shaped this essentially British approach to gardening. He reveals the principles behind plant selection, colour harmony, structure and seasonal interest, offering practical insights into how great borders are composed. Blending history, design theory and personal experience, Chris demystifies the artistry behind planting design and encourages gardeners of all levels to think creatively and create their own beautiful, painterly borders at home.
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