“Richard’s contribution as an enthusiastic plantsman and Curator at Logan and to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s wider work and culture, has been immeasurable, and he will be deeply missed by many.”
Over the weekend, Mr Baines was just one of two people who died from falling trees as Britain was hit with heavy rain and strong winds.
Sharing his condolences, First Minister John Swinney said: “My deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the two people who have tragically lost their lives as a result of Storm Boelo.
“My thoughts are with all those affected by the damage and I thank the emergency services working through the night to keep people safe.”
Yellow wind warnings are in place for western regions across the UK today and tomorrow while gales and rainy conditions persist.
The Met Office confirmed continued winds could hamper recovery efforts in some areas after Storm Boelo pummelled the north of the UK.
Further north, some pockets of the UK were battered with 84mph winds while Scotland received a third of a month’s rainfall over just two days.
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