It was 2008 when I first worked with Ray Butcher, the undisputed head gardener of Ladera Resort and my respect for him grows with our every encounter. The Ladera style is without mistake strictly Ray's, he loves the "jungle look" filling all spaces with color and form replicating mother nature, mixing high plants with low, red with yellow, blue with pink creating a haven for birds and guests of Ladera.
Ray loves Ladera and it is evident as he tours with guests explaining plants including folklore, medicinal purposes, food value and aesthetic beauty. He is a knowledgeable grower and designer with an incredible capacity to put in long, physical hours in the hot tropical sun, often softly singing as he goes about his daily tasks. His soft manner and sly sense of humor add to his considerable charm.
We have learned much from each other and I am proud to call him my friend and look forward to returning to Ladera and working side by side with Ray.
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