Every year I am impressed by Rushmoor in Bloom. Throughout the borough, flowerbeds magically fill with colour and abundant planters and baskets give me a real lift as I drive or walk around. Even though there are so many things to bring us down in the economic climate of today, the bright, cheerful displays are a delight and the regularity of the changes to the public flowerbeds and roundabouts mean there is always something new and lovely to look at. Not being much of a gardner myself, I particularly enjoy the councils displays...
2009 has seen an extra effort by dedicated local gardners, with the highest levels of competition in every category and over 100 entries from residents, businesses, schools and voluntary organisations. Judgment day took place in July and members of the Rushmoor in Bloom Forum toured some of the best entries aboard an open top double decker bus.
Councillor Frank Rust, Chairman of the Rushmoor in Bloom Forum commented: “This year, we were delighted to have lots of new entries from residents’ associations and community gardens. It’s wonderful to see communities joining together to enjoy their gardens and lots of people are also passing on their horticultural knowledge to friends and neighbours.’
The annual Rushmoor in Bloom campaign is sponsored by Squire’s Garden Centre in Badshot Lea and the Aldershot News and Mail.
RUSHMOOR IN BLOOM RESULTS 2009 Farnborough
Best Pub/Restaurant Frontage
The Old Courthouse, Victoria Road, Farnborough
Best Street/Residents’ Association
Chilton Farm Park Residents’ Association, Farnborough
Best Individual Balcony
61 Eastern Road
Most Unusual Planted Container
Flat 16 St Clements Court, Farnborough
Most Water Efficient Garden
7 Holly Close, Farnborough
Best Commercial Display
The Sixth Form College, Farnborough
Best Kept Pavilion Housing Association Tenant’s Garden
10 Knightwood Close, Farnborough
Best Garden for Wildlife
61 Cambridge Road East, Farnborough
For further information, about Rushmoor in Bloom and the full results visit www.rushmoor.gov.uk/rushmoorinbloom
The results of the yearly allotment competition will be announced in September.