The Seed Pavilion - Colm O' Driscoll - Lismore Castle Gardens

Tag : Horticulture

In the early development of The Seed Pavilion project, we reached out to industry experts to harness their knowledge and provide direct insights to both us and the community. Colm O’Driscoll, Head Gardener of Lismore Castle Gardens, was the first person we reached out to and he has generously contributed his vast expertise and time to help guide the direction of the project. With a profound dedication to organic horticulture and craft gardening, Colm's approach to nurturing plants from seed and revitalising landscapes like the Airfield Estate in Dundrum exemplifies his commitment to the field. As a graduate of the National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Colm has a rich background across diverse horticultural sectors, from landscape design to organic food production. Colm's passion for sustainable practices and community engagement shines through his voluntary role with Organic Growers Ireland, his insightful contributions to The Irish Garden Magazine, and his frequent lectures and workshops across Ireland. The Seed Pavilion and the May Sunday Fesitval is supported by Arts Council Ireland, Cork County Council, Youghal Credit Union, EirGrid, and Age & Opportunity.