Our Story

About Emerald Landscaping

A family business built on craftsmanship, trust, and a genuine love for the outdoors. Serving Dublin and Leinster since 1998.

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1998 Year Founded
How It Started

From a Clontarf Yard to Dublin's Premier Landscaper

Emerald Landscaping was founded by husband and wife team Séan and Áine Murphy with a single van, a passion for plants, and a commitment to doing things properly.

Séan trained as a horticulturist at Teagasc College of Horticulture in Kildalton, while Áine brings a background in landscape architecture from UCD. Together, they built a reputation for quality that speaks for itself through referrals and repeat customers.

Today, Emerald employs 18 skilled tradespeople — horticulturists, stonemasons, arborists, and irrigation engineers — serving residential and commercial clients across the greater Dublin region.

  • Bord Bia Bloom award winners — 2019 & 2022
  • All-Ireland Landscaping Award finalist 2023
  • Landscape Institute of Ireland full members
  • €5m public liability insurance
  • Registered with the Revenue Commissioners — VAT No. IE 9823456T
What We Stand For

Our Values

These principles guide every project we take on, from a small back garden in Rathmines to a large commercial estate in Sandyford.

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Sustainability First

We champion native planting, rainwater harvesting, and minimal chemical use. A healthy garden works with nature, not against it.

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Honest Pricing

No hidden costs, no vague quotes. Every proposal is itemised so you know exactly what you're paying for and why.

Craftsmanship

We take pride in the detail — the tight joints in a stone wall, the perfect lawn edge, the carefully selected specimen plant.

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Reliability

We show up when we say we will. Simple as that. Our clients trust us because we've earned it over 26 years of keeping our word.

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Attention to Detail

Every project gets the same careful eye regardless of scale. We don't cut corners, and we're not happy until you are.

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Clear Communication

We keep you informed at every stage — from initial design through to final handover and aftercare guidance.

The People Behind The Gardens

Meet Our Team

18 dedicated professionals who love what they do. Here are some of the faces you'll meet on your project.

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Séan Murphy

Founder & Lead Horticulturist

Teagasc-trained horticulturist with over 26 years' experience. Séan leads all design consultations and oversees project delivery.

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Áine Murphy

Co-Founder & Landscape Architect

UCD-qualified landscape architect. Áine brings artistic flair to every project, blending form and function in our garden designs.

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Ciarán Walsh

Head of Paving & Hard Landscaping

Master craftsman specialising in natural stone, block paving, and contemporary decking with 14 years on the tools.

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Deirdre Ní Fhaoláin

Senior Horticulturist

RHS Level 3 qualified with a specialism in Irish native wildflower planting and biodiversity-led garden design.

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Tomás Ó'Brien

Arborist & Tree Surgeon

ISA Certified Arborist. Tomás handles all tree work safely and professionally, from routine pruning to complex removals.

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Rachel Byrne

Client Services Manager

Your first point of contact. Rachel manages scheduling, quotes, and aftercare to ensure your experience is smooth from day one.

Accreditations

Trusted & Certified

Our qualifications and memberships give you peace of mind that you're working with a reputable, accountable company.

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Bord Bia Approved

Registered with Ireland's national food, horticulture, and forestry development board. Award winners at Bloom 2019 & 2022.

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Landscape Institute of Ireland

Full corporate membership of the LII, upholding the highest professional standards in Irish landscaping.

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ISA Certified Arborists

All tree surgery carried out by International Society of Arboriculture certified professionals with full insurance.

Let's Create Something Beautiful

Get in touch for a free consultation. We'd love to hear about your project.