Mount Usher Gardens in Ashford, County Wicklow, is one of Ireland’s most celebrated garden destinations. Spanning across 22 acres alongside the River Vartry, visitors can enjoy vibrant seasonal planting in a natural Robinsonian style.
Mount Usher Gardens features winding paths, vibrant seasonal planting and a renowned collection of trees and shrubs. Home to the Avoca Garden Café and Food Market, the gardens offer a relaxed and immersive experience that combines horticultural beauty with great food and shopping.
A favourite of Gardeners’ World presenter, Monty Don, Mount Usher Gardens is a place to explore, unwind and enjoy nature throughout the year. The gardens provide a setting that feels both expansive and intimate, where carefully considered planting meets the quiet beauty of the County Wicklow landscape.
Tips from locals
The Avoca Handweaving Mill, established in 1723, is next to Mount Usher Gardens and has guided tours.
