Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden & Grounds Maintenance Partner in Midlothian
Established in 1991, Green Fingers has dedicated 33 years to delivering professional garden and grounds maintenance, garden design, and commercial soft landscaping across the Lothians, Borders, and Fife. Our approach prioritises long-term client relationships, achieved by maintaining consistent teams of skilled, certified gardeners, supervisors, and managers throughout contracts. With deep local knowledge and industry expertise, we cater to both domestic and commercial clients, ensuring tailored solutions that meet specific needs.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our membership of the British Association of Landscape Industries and accreditations from SSIP and SMAS. We pride ourselves on sustainable practices, including composting and recycling all garden waste. Our team of professionals, many with decades of tenure, embody our ethos of excellence, supported by continuous staff development and training. This dedication to craftsmanship and client satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in horticultural services.
Services
Garden Maintenance
Grounds Maintenance
Commercial Soft Landscaping
Garden Design
Tree Planting
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have 33 years of experience in garden and grounds maintenance across the Lothians, Borders, and Fife.
- Our consistent teams ensure continuity and familiarity for long-term client relationships.
- We maintain industry-leading standards through SSIP and SMAS accreditations.
- Our team includes certified professionals with decades of tenure and local expertise.
- We prioritise sustainability by composting and recycling all garden waste.
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Landscape Industries
- SSIP
- SMAS
Services
Garden Maintenance
Our Garden Maintenance service ensures your outdoor space remains pristine with fortnightly visits during summer and monthly visits in winter. Experienced, certified gardeners perform seasonal pruning, leaf clearance, and grass cutting, removing all waste for composting. This tailored approach fosters a long-term relationship, offering peace of mind and a consistently well-maintained garden.
Grounds Maintenance
We provide professional grounds maintenance for commercial properties, including housing associations and hospitals. Uniformed teams deliver consistent care, with supervisors and managers ensuring rapid response to client needs. Our 33 years of expertise guarantees high standards, combining horticultural knowledge with efficient management for immaculate landscapes.
Commercial Soft Landscaping
Civic Trees (Scotland), our sister company, specialises in commercial soft landscaping for new developments. Services include ground preparation, turfing, tree and shrub planting, and aftercare. We source plants locally and internationally, ensuring sustainable, aesthetically pleasing environments for housing projects and commercial sites.
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to client preferences. Combining creativity with practicality, we design and construct gardens that enhance property value and usability. Expertise spans from initial concept to construction, ensuring seamless execution of functional, visually appealing landscapes.
Tree Planting
We supply and plant semi-mature trees for urban and rural developments, a practice pioneered by our sister company since 1949. Our expertise ensures successful transplantation and long-term growth, contributing to sustainable environments. Services include site preparation, species selection, and ongoing maintenance for optimal tree health.
People
Jason McCran
Founder & Director
Jason founded Green Fingers in 1991 after studying at OAC. With 33 years of local experience, he oversees operations, client relations, and health and safety compliance. His leadership ensures high standards and continuity across all projects.
David Paterson
Landscape Manager
David has led Civic Trees since joining in 1994. His expertise in landscape construction and award-winning garden design ensures quality soft landscaping. He collaborates with designers to deliver practical, aesthetically pleasing solutions for commercial developments.
James Dawson
Head Maintenance Supervisor
James has supervised maintenance operations for 33 years. He conducts site inspections, ensures quality standards, and liaises with clients. His problem-solving approach and commitment to excellence uphold the company's reputation for superior service.
David Cummings
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
David has progressed from seasonal gardener to supervisor over 30 years. He mentors team leaders, maintains client relationships, and ensures high standards across multiple sites, embodying the company's ethos of staff development.
Sheila Pringle
Office Manager
Sheila has managed administrative and financial operations for 21 years. Based at our rural office, she ensures smooth day-to-day functioning, providing a friendly point of contact for clients and team members alike.
Questions
What services does greenfingers offer?
We provide garden and grounds maintenance, commercial soft landscaping, garden design, and tree planting services across the Lothians, Borders, and Fife.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Lothians, Borders, and Fife, with a deep understanding of local horticultural requirements and landscapes.
How long has greenfingers been in business?
We have 33 years of experience, established in 1991, delivering reliable and professional landscaping solutions.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we are members of the British Association of Landscape Industries and hold accreditations from SSIP and SMAS.
How do you ensure service quality?
We maintain consistent teams, provide staff development, and follow rigorous quality checks to ensure high standards and client satisfaction.
