Jimi Blake is a Gardening Consultant, Planting Designer, and
International Lecturer giving talks and presentations all over the
world.
Jimi trained in the National Botanic Gardens in Dublin as a
horticulturist and was subsequently appointed Head Gardener at
Airfield House in Dundrum, Dublin. He resuscitated a large
Victorian garden to its former glory enabling the public to
rediscover and enjoy a lost gem.
After twelve years at Airfield, Jimi sought a new challenge and
having secured twenty acres of the family estate he established
'Hunting Brook Gardens'. He was now fulfilling his ambition of
having his own garden, to grow and expand his plant collection and
share his passion and knowledge with the public. He envisaged using
his garden as a classroom and a showcase to demonstrate the diverse
range of designs he could develop.
Jimi has realized his dream of a dynamic and innovative garden
and continues to develop his vision in new directions, always
pushing the boundaries outwards. He continues to share his
knowledge in a series of courses and workshops often engaging
internationally renowned gardeners as guest speakers.
Hunting Brook is a perennially popular educational space for
students, volunteers, allotment holders and visitors and is now
known as Ireland's most exciting and fascinating garden.