Meet the Speakers
David Domoney
Renowned author, broadcaster and Chartered Horticulturist David Domoney is set to lead the talks at Home and Garden Show Ireland again this year as one of the event’s ambassadors.
Best known for his work on ITV’s Love Your Garden and This Morning, David brings a wealth of expertise, boasting 36 RHS medals and a personal honor from Prince Edward for excellence in horticulture.
At the show, David will host a series of engaging talks of which the topics will be announced soon. There will also be an opportunity to meet David during book signings and Q&As after each talk.
Marie Staunton
Home and Garden Show Ireland is delighted to welcome Marie Staunton back to the main stage where she will lead several talks alongside Paul Smyth.
She will also be providing her advice during the “Ask the Gardener” segment alongside Paul Smyth and Niall Gardens.
After 25 years working in the fashion industry and taking part in one of the biggest charity fashion shows with the likes of Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington and Helena Christensen, Marie Staunton made the decision to follow her passion – she completed a degree in horticulture in 2007, which she considers to be one of the best decisions she’s ever made.
She has since featured on gardening podcasts and on the Today with Claire Byrne show on RTÉ Radio 1. She has also lectured in gardening and gives practical classes in plant propagation to horticultural societies all over Ireland.
Paul Smyth
Passionate plantsman, author, and gardener Paul Smyth is back! With experience ranging from rare plant hunting in Vietnam to transforming RHSI Bellefield into a thriving learning hub, Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.
This year, he teams up with Marie Staunton for engaging talks, that will be announced soon.
He will joining the “Ask the Gardener” panel, hosted by Pamela Ballentine, discussing how you can plant a garden to give interest all year round.
