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Carlow Garden Festival: Rachel Doyle on finding her 'tribe' in horticulture

Ahead of the Carlow Garden Festival, Arboretum founder Rachel Doyle reflects on her career and her passion for gardening.

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Carlow Garden Festival: Rachel Doyle on finding her 'tribe' in horticulture

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