Ballinvillon Gardens

Ballinvillon Gardens Ballinvillon is the old mill settlement on Four Mile Water, in Ballycommane, to the east of Durrus village, in West Cork. There are plants for sale.

It was part of the monastic community that was based at Moulinward, on the site of the old ruined Durrus Church. Evidence of extensive pre industrial mill workings are found on the river and this whole area is very ancient. The garden is of a woodland /Himalayan type style and is as natural as is practical. Our main interest is the hybridisation of rhododendrons and decideous azaleas and these pla

nts form the backbone of the garden.There are also many Acers, Magnolias and Camellias and associated plants. Many of the rhododendrons are rare, some being unique and under trial for registration.
2017 THE GARDEN IS CLOSED DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. Due to the nature of the garden, there is no wheelchair or pushchair access. Admission is 5 euro per adult and dogs are not allowed.

Well, we have done it - a different flower every day for the month of May, many of which are own very own hybrids - bred...
31/05/2017

Well, we have done it - a different flower every day for the month of May, many of which are own very own hybrids - bred here over several years. To finish the month, we have given an overview of just one area of the garden - as a taster. We will publish photos over the next few months so keep a look out and enjoy. Thanks for all your comments and likes over the last few weeks. (Some of you may have already seen this post - whoops pressed the wrong button!)

Another one of our own hybrids Rhododendron Peachy, an amazing orangey yellow flower and something to be proud of.
30/05/2017

Another one of our own hybrids Rhododendron Peachy, an amazing orangey yellow flower and something to be proud of.

Rhododendron Seaview Sunset, a real joy to see and 'in your face' blossom.
29/05/2017

Rhododendron Seaview Sunset, a real joy to see and 'in your face' blossom.

Enkianthus .....beautifully delicate flower bells.
28/05/2017

Enkianthus .....beautifully delicate flower bells.

This is a species Rhododendron Fulvum, and as such takes many years to flower, so we are lucky to have this in the garde...
27/05/2017

This is a species Rhododendron Fulvum, and as such takes many years to flower, so we are lucky to have this in the garden.

A lovely bright yellow flower on this Rhododendron Yellow Petticoats.
26/05/2017

A lovely bright yellow flower on this Rhododendron Yellow Petticoats.

This is another one of our own crosses, this time of Deciduous Azaleas, and has vibrant colours and scent
25/05/2017

This is another one of our own crosses, this time of Deciduous Azaleas, and has vibrant colours and scent

Another striking Deciduous Azalea this one is Gibraltar.
24/05/2017

Another striking Deciduous Azalea this one is Gibraltar.

Rhododendron Leo, rich red and a late bloom, so looking good now!
23/05/2017

Rhododendron Leo, rich red and a late bloom, so looking good now!

A Deciduous Azalea Mary Poppins, one of the many colourful azaleas we have.
22/05/2017

A Deciduous Azalea Mary Poppins, one of the many colourful azaleas we have.

The hardy and glorious Rhododendron Windsong, has the most amazing trusses of yellow flowers.
21/05/2017

The hardy and glorious Rhododendron Windsong, has the most amazing trusses of yellow flowers.

One of our first named crosses Rhododendron Where's Nancy, a vociferous bloomer!
20/05/2017

One of our first named crosses Rhododendron Where's Nancy, a vociferous bloomer!

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Ballycommane
Durrus
WESTCORK

Telephone

027 61451

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