If you long for the classic charm of a cottage garden, complete with its ambience, fragrances and all the nostalgic elements, Altamont Plants is your destination. Here, amidst a delightful array of old-fashioned roses, powering delphiniums and vibrant and vibrant peonies, expert guidance awaits.
Snowdrop Month hosted at Altamont every February is an opportunity to marvel at the vast varieties of snowdrops in bloom throughout the garden. Many of the snowdrops featured are available to purchase in Altamont Plants. The recent acquisition of a very important English snowdrop collection (Avon Bulbs, Somerset) now makes the overall collection in Altamont the largest in Ireland and one of the biggest in Europe for public viewing.
A dedicated snowdrop gala with expert UK and European speakers and a specialist bulb sale is held annually to mark the start of the snowdrop by galanthophile Robert Miller. Sugar and Spice Café at Altamont Plants open from the end of January – October daily 11am – 4.30pm and weekends weather permitting in November & December.
HOW TO FIND US: In the grounds of Altamont Gardens – From Dublin/Waterford exit the M9 at junction 5 for N80 Rosslare. Continue along the N80 through the village of Ballon and the N80/N81 junction. Turn left at the next cross road junction signed Altamont Gardens. From Carlow Town follow the N80 through Ballon and continue as above.
OPENING TIMES:
January 1st – 31st, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 7 days per week.
February 1st – 28th, 9 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. 7 days per week.
March 1st – 31st, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 7 days per week.
April 1st – September 30th, 9 a.m. – 6.30 p.m. 7 days per week.
October 1st – 31st, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 7 days per week.
November 1st – 30th, 9 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. 7 days per week.
December 1st – 31st, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 7 days per week.
