The conservation of biodiversity
Biodiversity and nature-based solutions are critical to achieving net zero actions by 2045.
Under the Nature Conservation (Scotland) Act 2004, all public bodies in Scotland must further the conservation of biodiversity when carrying out their functions and responsibilities.
Rewilding
We recognise that rewilding will not be possible in every area of East Ayrshire. A measured approach will be required as to where grass is left to grow and we will work to ensure that a collective view is taken from our communities as to where this is appropriate.
This annual process will guide how Greener Communities will link to rewilding and environmental areas of work including current initiatives like No Mow May, where some areas are cut while others are left to grow or have reduced cutting programmes.
Read our press release: Rewilding plans are set to bloom
What you can do to help
Encourage wildlife in your garden by:
- planting native wildflowers, trees and shrubs:
- plants offer a wealth of benefits for your garden and the environment and are particularly good for pollinators likes bees
- flowers are perfectly adapted to attract and nourish essential creatures, like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, promoting a healthy ecosystem
- as they are already used to our soil and climate, native plants require less maintenance
- they thrive naturally, reducing the need for watering, fertilisers, and pesticides
- leave some areas of your garden as long grass:
- even the smallest spaces can make a big difference for wildlife
- a narrow strip of wildflowers or native plants along a wall or hedge can act as a wildlife corridor
- this green pathway helps creatures like voles and newts navigate your garden safely
Map of wildflower locations
The map below shows the locations of where wildflower seeds have been planted within Howard Park and Kay Park.
You can also view an accessible alternative of wildflower locations.
Select the full screen icon to view a larger map (top right of map). Use the filter and search options.
Locations of wildflowers
Catrine
Wildflower areas in Catrine
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflower area near Sorn Street |
10 square metres |
Ground Cover Equilbre |
Wildflower area near B705 cottage |
10 square metres |
Chameleon |
Wildflowers area near Braeside |
21 square metres |
Ground Cover Equilbre |
Cumnock
Wildflower areas in Cumnock
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflower area A, near Ayr Road depot |
4 square metres |
20g of Chameleon seed mix |
Wildflower area B in Woodroad Park |
3 x 25 square metres |
375g of Chameleon seed mix |
Wildflower area C, outside the Old Cumnock Church of Scotland |
8 square metres |
40g of Chameleon seed mix |
Wildflower area D, near Drumbrochan Road |
4 square metres |
20g of Ground Covers Equilbre |
Dalmellington
Wildflower areas in Dalmellington
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflowers near Bellsbank Brae |
22 square metres |
Ground Cover Equilbre and Chameleon |
Darvel
Wildflower areas in Darvel
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
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Fenwick
Wildflower areas in Fenwick
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflowers near Main Road |
27 square metres |
Euroflor, Chameleon and Yellow Rattle |
Kilmarnock
Wildflower areas in the Howard Park
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflowers near Cessnock Place |
45 square metres |
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Wildflowers near Fire Road access |
20 square metres |
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Wildflowers near Whatriggs Road |
20 square metres |
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Wildflowers area A, near Howard Park Drive |
14 square metres |
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Wildflowers area B, near Howard Park Drive |
7 square metres |
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Wildflowers area C, near Howard Park Drive and Wallace Street |
12 square metres |
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Wildflowers area C1, near Howard Park Drive and Wallace Street |
12 square metres |
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Wildflowers area D – near Wallace Street and Howard Park Carers Cottage |
25 square metres |
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Wildflowers area E – near Wards Place |
60 square metres |
- Sprayed on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
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Wildflower areas in Hurlford
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflower area near roundabout |
20 square metres |
Couvre-sol Equilbre Groundcover and Chameleon |
Wildflower area near Milligan's Corner |
24 square metres |
Couvre-sol Equilbre Groundcover and Chameleon |
Wildflower areas in the Kay Park
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflowers area A, near South Dean Road and Burns Monument Centre |
36 square metres |
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Wildflowers area B, near South Dean Road |
54 square metres |
- Sprayed with glyphosate on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
- Sowed Flora Britannica on 14 April 2022, assisted by the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) group
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Wildflowers area C, near South Dean Road and Kay Park Terrace |
90 square metres |
- Sprayed with glyphosate on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
- Sowed Euroflor Extreme on 14 April 2022, assisted by the ESOL group
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Wildflowers area D, near Kay Park Cross |
150 square metres |
- Sprayed with glyphosate on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
- Sowed Flora Britannica on 14 April 2022, assisted by the ESOL group
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Wildflowers area E, near Kay Park Terrace |
90 square metres |
- Sprayed with glyphosate on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
- Sowed with Flora Britannica on 17 April 2022
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Wildflowers area F, near Kay Park Cross |
75 square metres |
- Sprayed with glyphosate on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
- Sowed with Flora Britannica on 17 April 2022, assisted by local councillors
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Wildflowers area G, near Kay Park Crescent |
90 square metres |
- Sprayed with glyphosate on 18 November 2022
- Sowed Yellow Rattle on 5 December 2022
- Sowed with Flora Britannica on 17 April 2022
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Wildflower areas at Riccarton Cemetery
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflower area A |
8 square metres |
Euroflor Boulevard, Couvre-sol Equilibre and Chameleon |
Wildflower area B |
8 square metres |
Euroflor Boulevard, Couvre-sol Equilibre and Chameleon |
Lugar
Wildflower areas in Lugar
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflower area near summer seat |
24 square metres |
Ground Cover Equilbre |
Mauchline
Wildflower areas in Mauchline
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflower area near Sorn Road |
27 square metres |
Chameleon |
Wildflower area Jean Armour Drive |
24 square metres |
Chameleon |
Ochiltree
Wildflower areas in Ochiltree
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflowers near War Memorial |
40 square metres |
Ground Cover Equilbre, Chameleon and Yellow Rattle |
Patna
Wildflower areas in Patna
Location | Area covered by square metre | What has been planted |
Wildflowers near War Memorial |
40 square metres |
Ground Cover Equilbre, Chameleon and Yellow Rattle |