Quiet gardening tools September 6, 2023Why we should use 'quiet' tools in our gardens. They are cheaper, easier to store, longer-lasting, nicer to use and often more effective than their noisy, petrol-driven alternatives.
Some great garden plants just delivered to our Monkstown shop March 15, 2023With National tree week coming up on the 19th March, we have selected a range of semi-mature trees and shrubs that are suitable for urban and suburban gardens. Additionally, we...
Dublin trees: trees that grow well in and around Dublin March 6, 2023A list of trees that grow well in and around Dublin, including gardens, parks, streets and wild places.
Why are some Irish gardens bleak and empty? February 22, 2023Do gardens that are bleak and empty reflect their owners' feelings about the natural world? Can you make space for more plants in your garden, especially trees?
Christmas & new year opening hours December 24, 2022Howbert & Mays (shops and office) will be taking a well-deserved break from 2.00 pm on Christmas Eve (24th December) until Monday 2nd January 2023. We would like to wish...
New artwork in our Clare Street shop December 12, 2022A new selection of artworks in our Clare Street shop. Drop in on Thursday 15th December between 6.00 and 8.00pm to see our latest selection, and for a glass of...
