borebrae Garden Design & Maintenance
Hands on experience & qualifications
We are a husband-and-wife team with a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces across Ayrshire. Combining extensive horticultural knowledge with design expertise, we deliver bespoke garden solutions that reflect our clients’ unique needs and aspirations. With years of hands-on experience and relevant qualifications, we specialise in designing, developing, and maintaining gardens that thrive year-round.
In addition to our design work, we oversee the maintenance of several prominent gardens throughout Ayrshire, ranging from expansive private gardens to small estates. Our services encompass everything from the upkeep of ornamental borders and productive vegetable gardens to innovative planting schemes and comprehensive redesign projects.
Our extensive gardening experience is the foundation of our approach, guiding us in creating designs and planting plans that prioritise practicality and ease of maintenance. Influenced by our love for nature, wildlife, permaculture, and naturalistic planting, our design philosophy is rooted in sustainability and harmony with the environment.
Beyond our professional work, we are committed to giving back to our community. Through volunteering with various local groups and initiatives, we strive to contribute positively to our surroundings and foster a greener, more vibrant environment for all.
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Lauren
My affinity for nature has been a constant throughout my life. Beginning in 2004, I pursued Geography at Edinburgh University, specialising in human-nature interactions within urban settings. My focus has always been on optimising public and natural spaces to maximise their potential for human engagement.
In 2010, I completed a Permaculture Design & Organic Horticulture course led by Patrick Whitefield at Ragmans Lane Farm. This experience solidified my commitment to sustainable practices. Subsequently, I completed RHS Level 2 Certificates in Horticulture to further develop my knowledge.
I’m particularly interested in perennial vegetables, sedums, all houseplants, especially succulents, which I avidly collect. Additionally, I have a keen interest in medicinal plants, stemming from my qualifications as a complementary therapist. I enjoy incorporating botanical ingredients into my homemade lotions and potions, blending my love for nature with holistic wellness practices.
Andy
Having spent several years developing my skills in all aspects of garden maintenance, plant care and planting design, I decided to formalise my knowledge by completing the RHS Level 2 Certificates in Horticulture. My interest in naturalistic and ecological planting principles led me to a course in Naturalistic Planting Design under the tutelage of experts Dr. Noel Kingsbury and Prof. Nigel Dunnett and has been influential in how I approach the design process.
In particular I enjoy the transformation of spaces using built structures and natural materials. I appreciate how these can be used to enhance planting designs. Especially I value the craftsmanship involved in a job well executed and am always looking to develop my own skills. I am currently focused on gaining experience in dry stone walling.
As an enthusiastic chef and home brewer, I take pleasure in cultivating ingredients for the kitchen. I have even dabbled in growing hops and other botanicals for brewing with in our Ayrshire garden. As well as garden plants I’m a lover of houseplants and enjoy the intricate world of terrariums.