A great opportunity to view this unique collection, first started by Corona North, former owner of the gardens, and now amongst the largest in Ireland, with over 100 named varieties. Guided tours each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2 p.m.

Enjoy the spectacular early Spring bulbs and carpet of snowdrops at Shankill Castle, Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny from 1st to 28th of February with the opportunity to avail of a castle tour delivered by a member of the Cope family.

An original 17th century garden, with charming woodland walks featuring snowdrops and Spring plantings, are available every weekend from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Huntington Garden, Clonegal, Co. Carlow.

To commemorate 20 years since the passing of the highly regarded Corona North, former owner of Altamont Gardens, an evening of talks will be held featuring Paul Cutler, Head Gardener at Altamont who worked closely with Mrs. North and Assumpta Broomfield, the much-admired Irish gardener and galantophile and a close friend of Mrs. North

This event exhibits the best in snowdrops and early flowering Spring plants, with talks by leading experts in horticulture and gives the gardening world the opportunity to emerge from Winter hibernation

The gardens at Burtown House near Athy will open every Wednesday – Sunday and feature an extensive collection of snowdrops, aconites, hellebores and early bulbs. A painting workshop with botanical artist Shevaun Doherty.

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with this two-day botanical art workshop painting snowdrops with award - winning artist, Shevaun Doherty.