Irish flowers

We list our top 7 favourite Irish plants and wildflowers of Ireland. Explore the origins, uses and names of native Irish wildflowers.

Thrift (Armreia maritime) This short tufted perennial grows to approximately 30cm. The flowers are small, pink in tight round heads and on downy leafless stalks above cushions of rather fleshy narrow leaves. This plant begins to flower in April and finishes toward the end of the summer. This plant is particularly at home around sea cliffs and in particular around Malin Head.

Keep an eye out for these colourful Irish wildflowers and plants while touring Ireland.

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Common wild flowers found in Irish meadows and woodlands

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Ireland’s hills and hedgerows are blooming with the golden glow of yellow furze. This prolific plant adds stunning color to the Irish landscape each and every year.