In Bloom

Thursday October 8, 2009

Winners of the annual Borough in Bloom contest were honoured for their green-fingered exploits recently (Monday October 6).

Gardening fans from across Hammersmith & Fulham spent the summer mowing, hoeing and sewing and competition judges were amazed with the quality of entries.

There were ten different categories in this year’s competition, ranging from business premises to roof terrace and front garden.

Judges were particularly keen to see effective use of plants, colour, layout, good cultivation and maintenance. Special consideration was also given to gardens which included environmental benefits, such as water recycling or gardens that attract wildlife.

The winners were named at a special ceremony held on Monday October 5 in the Parlour of the Mayor of Hammersmith & Fulham, Cllr Alex Karmel.

Cllr Karmel, said: “Borough in Bloom is a fantastic opportunity for green-fingered residents to get out and about in the fresh air and be creative in their own back yards. This year’s displays have been absolutely breathtaking and I would like to extend my congratulations to all of the winners. The competition really promotes civic pride and is always a highlight of the year for our many keen gardeners.”

Category winners received a certificate and a gardening voucher for £20, while those finishing second and third received vouchers for £15 and £10.

Category winners:

Business Premises -  Mike Batie, Hurlingham Club

Container Garden - Lester and Debbie Kershenbaum, Lillie Road

Public House - Lee Dzbenski, Dartmouth Castle, Glenthorne Road

Vegetable Garden - Annette Birch and Marcia Clack, Phoenix High School

Community Garden - Annette Birch and Marcia Clack, Phoenix High School

Roof Terrace - Dorothy Martina, Adam Walk

Window Box - Lester and Debbie Kershenbaum, Lillie Road

Back Garden - Melville Trimble, Rylett Road

Senior Citizen - Ben Glazebrook, Ongar Road

Front Garden Lester and Debbie Kershenbaum, Lillie Road