Our Story

Near Bruff & Lough
Gur, Co. Limerick

Just a 20 minutes from Limerick City, Charleville & Adare. Rockbarton Garden Centre has a rich history spanning hundreds of years and continues today as a vibrant hub of life, colour, and growth in Co. Limerick. Founded by Lynda and Bryan, our goal has always been simple: to share our knowledge, creativity, and passion for gardening with the local community. Lynda is renowned for her personalised service – offering expert gardening advice, listening to each customer’s needs, and ensuring every plant, pot, or display perfectly suits their garden. She has a particular love for creating colourful hanging baskets, container displays, and seasonal arrangements, many of which customers return each year to refresh.

As a mother of five, Lynda is especially passionate about designing workshops and events that are engaging for gardeners of all ages.

Where It All Began

Rockbarton’s history stretches back hundreds of years, and today it continues as a place of life, colour, and growth. When Lynda and Bryan opened the garden centre, their goal was simple: to share their knowledge, creativity, and enthusiasm for gardening with others.

Lynda quickly became known for her personalised service – taking the time to listen to every customer, offering expert advice, and ensuring they leave with plants and ideas perfectly suited to their gardens. She has a special love for creating pots and hanging baskets, and many customers still drop theirs off each season to have them filled with fresh, colourful displays.

Rockbarton has always been about more than plants – it’s about people. Throughout the year we host a wide range of events and workshops designed to inspire, teach, and bring the community together. From Easter egg hunts and children’s gardening camps, to creative workshops like wreath making and container planting, there’s something for every age and interest.

What You'll Find at Rockbarton

Our boutique garden centre offers everything you need to create or maintain your perfect garden:

Flowers, shrubs, and perennials for year-round interest
Hedging and trees to give structure and character
Seasonal bedding plants to add instant colour
Pots, compost, and garden essentials to make planting easy

Every plant we sell is chosen with care, suited to Irish gardens, and backed by our expert guidance.

Our Services

Workshops and Hands-On Learning

At Rockbarton Garden Centre, our workshops are designed to inspire and educate gardeners of all levels. We run Roses Workshops, seasonal planting sessions in spring, summer, and autumn, container planting workshops, and more. We also tailor workshops for corporate teams, community groups, and individuals seeking practical, creative, and enjoyable gardening experiences.

Services & Packages

Beyond workshops, we provide a wide range of gardening services and packages for homes, corporate clients, community initiatives such as Tidy Towns, and care settings including nursing homes. Our services include on-site consultations, planting plans, seasonal and accessible garden displays, and sustainable planting strategies, all designed to help gardens, public spaces, and communities thrive.

Community & Events

Throughout the year, Rockbarton hosts community events to inspire and bring people together – from children’s gardening camps and Easter egg hunts to wreath-making sessions and creative container planting. We are committed to making gardening accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful for everyone.

At Rockbarton Garden Centre, it’s always about more than plants; it’s about people, community, and helping gardens and gardeners flourish in every season.

Rockbarton on RTE

We were delighted to be involved in an RTE Nationwide Special about
Lough Gur, local artist Robert Ryan and Clair from Lough Gur Pottery

Looking Ahead

As our story continues, we’re excited to keep growing – not just plants, but experiences, friendships, and memories. Rockbarton has always been about more than what’s on the shelves; it’s about creating a space where people feel inspired, supported, and part of something special.

Whether you’re an experienced gardener searching for new ideas, a complete beginner taking your first steps, or a family looking for a fun day out, we want Rockbarton to feel like home. From workshops and seasonal fairs to a simple chat while choosing plants, every visit is a chance to share in the joy of gardening.

Our vision is to keep nurturing this community – to grow together, to learn together, and to celebrate the beauty that gardens bring to our lives. We’d love to welcome you to Rockbarton Garden Centre and help you discover the happiness that comes from creating a garden of your own.

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