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Doolin Garden and Nursery

Ballyvoe, Doolin, Ireland
353879147725
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Ranked #4 of 13 attractions in Doolin
Type: Gardens
Owner description: Contemporary garden of designer Matt O’ Connell with hidden sections or mini gardens, some of which are traditional. The garden surrounds an award... more » Owner description: Contemporary garden of designer Matt O’ Connell with hidden sections or mini gardens, some of which are traditional. The garden surrounds an award winning house which was built in 1995 when the garden started. The variety of over 250 plants for sale in the nursery are propagated from plants in the garden so mature versions can be seen. All plants have been propagated outdoors and are totally hardy. Changes are being made to the garden all the time and due to the demand for shade loving plants a new shade section is in development to devote to these plants. Free admission. Donations to Doolin Rescue Service welcome. « less
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

We stopped by and had a wonderful hour chatting to the owner about plants and garden design. He was inspiring and the garden beautiful. Well worth stopping by! My sister (who isn't into gardening) enjoyed it too. A lovely cafe is next door where we had delicious cake & teas and also enjoyed the jeweler next door.

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MattOConnell, Owner at Doolin Garden and Nursery, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Good Evening, Thank you so much for taking the time to review my garden,and what a lovely review.Good that your sister also enjoyed her visit. Delighted that you were also able to visit Fabiola and Brian next door. I think her pasteries are on a par with the best you will find in Paris---Am I lucky to live next door... More

Dublin, Ireland
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2012

Great garden and nursery, fabulous plants which are hale and hearty and proven survivors. Some unusual and difficult to find plants for sale and a most knowledgeable and genial owner. Well worth a visit even if you're not the world's most avid gardener.

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MattOConnell, Owner at Doolin Garden and Nursery, responded to this review
28 October 2012

Good Afternoon, Thank you very much for your generous review - It was very good of you to give the time. Hope you enjoyed your trip to Co.Clare. Glad for you that you are not here today - it has been dark and gloomy all day with constant rain. However despite this I had a few callers so it was... More

Carrick-on-Suir, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012

A wonderful place to visit. I went there with two friends at the end of June 2012. Matt gave us a lovely tour around his beautiful gardens - hr spent a lot of time showing us around and was very knowledgeable regarding the various plants in the centre. We both left after having a very enriching experience and will definitely... More

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MattOConnell, Owner at Doolin Garden and Nursery, responded to this review
28 August 2012

Hi Patsy,Martina and Pauline, Thank you so much for taking the time to give me a review. It was good to see you and a pleasure to show you around. Glad you enjoyed your visit. Until we meet again, Happy Gardening, Matt More

Donegal Town, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

A wonderfully kept garden. A gardener who loves what he does and inspires others. A wonderful selection of hardy plants that are the healthiest I've seen in a long time. Well worth the stop, was spoilt for for choice.

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MattOConnell, Owner at Doolin Garden and Nursery, responded to this review
28 August 2012

Good Evening Rodney, Sorry for the long delay in replying,Thank you for your great review and all the kind things you said about me and my plants. Very glad your visit was worthwhile and I hope all your purchases are doing well.Plants just love to escape their pots and get into the ground.You can almost hear their sigh of relief... More

Sheffield, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2012

We really enjoyed our time looking round this garden; Matt was so friendly and willing to share his knowledge with us. Our only sadness was the lack of space in the suitcase, as we were flying home, prevented us purchasing any plants!

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30 June 2012

Good Evening, Thank you for visiting my Garden and for writing your good review. Glad you enjoyed your visit and hope you will return some time.Also hope you had a good journey home.10 oclock now and just finished after a very long day in garden and nursery. Thanks again, Matt. More

Kinvara, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2012

I visited this garden on Saturday afternoon and really enjoyed wandering around looking at the lovely plants and getting great ideas. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Matt and getting all the inside knowledge on the plants in his garden. I'm so happy to have found this place which is not too far from home. I bought some plants and can't wait... More

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28 June 2012

Good Morning, Thank you for taking the time in giving me such a great review.Definitely improved my status. Glad you got some inspiration and am looking forward to your next visit. Happy Gardening, Matt More

Kinvara, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2012

I visited Matt's garden last weekend and was impressed - I really didn't expect to find such a great inspiration for my own garden - plus getting Matt's professional advise. I bought a couple of hardy plants - exactly what I needed. I'll definitely be back, this place is well worth a visit!

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Management response:
28 June 2012

Thank you for your review. Hope the plants you bought from me do well.Keeping an eye on the Perovskia ( Russian Sage ) which will be ready to roll in a few weeks. Hope weather improves, Happy Gardening, Matt More

Dublin, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012 via mobile

We made a trip to Matt's garden on the advice of a friend. We are keen gardeners and love visiting other gardens and gathering plants from around Ireland. The garden is really lovely and enjoys a stunning relationship to the natural Burren Landscape beyond. Matt was very friendly and also gave great recommendations of a local cafe with some of... More

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Cliff-of-Moher
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

I visited Doolin Garden and Nursery on Monday 2nd April and got some hardy plants for my garden which is situated near the coast. I spent over an hour with Matt and got great advice from him on the plants that would be most suitable to my area and how to plant them. I will definitely be back for more... More

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MattOConnell, Owner at Doolin Garden and Nursery, responded to this review
3 April 2012

Thank you for your lovely review. I look forward to hearing how all the plants took. It was lovely meeting you. I hope you have a great season and that your dog makes a good recovery. I look forward to seeing you in the future. All the Best Matt More

Dromahair, Ireland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

Spent lovely hour last Friday with Matt looking at plants , discussing. A-Z of life and gardens Got lovely rare plants ,grown with love , bought stuff last year and loved them , forget about the chain garden stores !

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