Garden Design Unlocked Sunday 10:30Am (3 Week Course Starts 8Th June 2025) - Events - Windyridge Garden Centre

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We are more than happy to take your item back*, and we are happy to give a full refund or exchange**. The item must be received by us within a 30 day period and a proof of purchase must be provided.

For sale items we offer an exchange or credit note.

If you are returning an online purchase in-store please be sure to provide us with your order number.

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

*Returns must be arranged by the customer

**Delivery charge is not included

Delivery Information

Windyridge Garden Centre offers nationwide delivery throughout Ireland & Northern Ireland, including local Dublin van delivery, DPD tracked shipping, pallet delivery for oversized items, and BBQ delivery services from our garden centre in Dún Laoghaire.

Shipping rates are automatically calculated at checkout based on your location, product size, weight, and delivery type.

Service	Charge	Delivery
Local Van Delivery	€15–€50	2–3 working days
Standard DPD Delivery	€6–€15	2–3 working days
Pallet Delivery	€60	2–3 working days
BBQ Delivery	€30–€60	2–3 working days
BBQ Assembly & Delivery	€60	2–3 working days
Seeds Delivery	€1.50	2–3 working days
Gift Voucher Delivery	Free	2–3 working days
Courses & Events	Free	Email confirmation only

Local Dublin Van Delivery

We provide our own local delivery service across Dublin and surrounding areas for plants, larger items, outdoor living products, gifts, and homeware.

Zone 1 – €15
D02, D04, D06, D06W, D14, D16, D18, A94, A96, A98

Zone 2 – €30
D01, D03, D08, D10, D12, D20, D22, D24, A63

Zone 3 – €50
D07, D09, D11, D13, D15, D17, A41, A42, A45, K32, K34, K36, K45, K56, K67, K78

Local deliveries take place Monday–Friday with text updates where applicable.

Nationwide Delivery

DPD Delivery (€6–€15)
Tracked nationwide delivery within 2–3 working days after dispatch.

Pallet Delivery (€60)
Used for oversized or bulky orders throughout Ireland & Northern Ireland. Delivered within approximately 2–3 working days.

BBQ Delivery & Assembly

Nationwide BBQ delivery: €30–€60
BBQ assembly & local delivery: €60

Small Items

Seeds: €1.50 delivery
Gift Vouchers: Free delivery

Delivery Notes

Shipping rates are calculated automatically at checkout
Some oversized or delicate products may require local van or pallet delivery only
Some plants may be excluded from nationwide courier delivery
Tracking information is provided where applicable

Every order is carefully packed at our garden centre in Dún Laoghaire and delivered throughout Ireland & Northern Ireland.

Discover the art of creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces with our Garden Design Course. This course offers practical guidance on essential design principles, including plant selection, soil types, layout planning, and incorporating key features to improve your garden. With expert-led workshops and hands-on activities, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to design a garden that reflects your style and meets your needs, whether it's a compact city space or a larger landscape. Perfect for anyone looking to bring structure and creativity to their garden.

Course Content

WEEK 1: Principles of Garden Design
Core Concepts: Proportion, pattern, masses & voids.

Garden Styles to Explore: Cottage, coastal, Mediterranean, Japanese, contemporary.

Starting Points: Reviving established gardens: What to retain.

Creating New Gardens: Starting fresh with a blank canvas.

WEEK 2: Understanding Your Space
Site Analysis: Get familiar with your garden’s unique characteristics.

Creating Cohesion: Tips for selecting plants that work harmoniously together.

The Power of Texture and Color: Using the color wheel and plant textures to elevate your design.

Essential Considerations:
Sunlight and shade (aspect).
Soil types and drainage.
Hardscaping materials and container gardening.
How to create my dream patio with limited space?
How to design a garden that fits my space and vision?

WEEK 3: Bringing Your Vision to Life
Garden Layout: Planning the perfect arrangement.

Planting Plan: Strategizing your garden’s plant life.

Maintenance Plan: Tips for keeping your garden thriving over time

Where is the Course Taking Place?

Your course will take place in our events space at the top of the car park at Windyridge.

When is the Course Taking Place?

Week 1: Sunday 8th June 10:30am 2025

Week 2: Sunday 15th June 10:30am 2025

Week 3: Sunday 22nd June 10:30am 2025

How Long is Each Class?

Each of your classes will be from 10:30am - 12pm

Who is Teaching the Course?

Marina Garcia is an Argentinian horticulturist with a background rooted in farming and a passion for blending nature and art. After studying horticulture at Teagasc and gaining experience at The Garden House, Marina joined Windyridge Garden Centre and is now pursuing a BSc in Landscape Architecture at UCD. With a design approach that treats gardens as living canvases, she expertly combines plant textures and colors to create inspiring outdoor spaces.

Garden Design Unlocked Sunday 10:30am (3 Week Course Starts 8th June 2025)