Timeline: June 2015-August 2018 Cost: +- R10 million Location: Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset West, Western Cape
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Nestled in the fertile bowl of the Helderberg mountains in Somerset West, Lourensford Estate was originally part of the Vergelegen farm established in 1709 by Willem Adriaan van der Stel, the then Governor of the Cape. The estate is a 4500 ha working agricultural farm, however, the emphasis is placed on the conservation of the Estates unique biodiversity and rich floral heritage. Commissioned by Lournesford’s proud owner, Christo Wiese, Keith Kirsten Horticulture International (KKHI) refurbishes this pristine estate.
Pro Landscaper Africa | September 2018
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