Antrim and Newtownabbey Mayor Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick and Deputy Mayor Councillor Julie Gilmour welcomed visitors at the Spring Plant Fair held in the Parterre Gardens at Antrim Castle Gardens on Saturday, April 11.

The free event featured thousands of plants from specialist growers. Attendees received advice from experts on garden care.

The fair served as a preview to the Home and Garden Show Ireland, scheduled for June 12 to 14 at the same location.

Award-winning interior designer Suzanne Garuda will participate as a show ambassador. She plans to offer expertise and design ideas at the event.