North Lanarkshire’s green-fingered tenants stored the realm blooming over the summer time months showcasing their vibrant creations on this yr’s NL in Bloom competitors.
Working from Could till the top of August, this yr noticed a rise within the variety of entries – self nominated, nominated by housing workers or by folks residing in the local people.
This yr winners, particular person and communal, had been chosen from every locality with a number of particular commendations awarded in recognition of the constructive impression many gardens have of their native and surrounding areas.
In a change to the standard format, the judging panel took to the street to see first-hand a number of the gardens, earlier than discussing the entries and making its closing choice.
Shortlisted properties had been then visited by representatives from North Lanarkshire Federation of Tenants and Residents (NLF) who made the ultimate choice.
Tracy Lennon, tenant participation supervisor, mentioned: “Annually the judging turns into tougher, and this yr was no totally different. There have been so many worthy winners, and the judging crew was blown away by the standard of purposes and gardens on present.
“Not solely did we see some distinctive floral shows, however we additionally heard tales about how gardens have such a constructive impression throughout communities.
“Some brightened up native areas and have become a focus for neighbours, whereas some supplied produce and cuttings permitting different gardens to flourish.
“It’s been a pleasure being a part of the NL in Bloom competitors and I wish to thank everybody who was concerned. So, whether or not you submitted your personal entry, had been nominated or nominated somebody your self, your involvement is appreciated.
“And due to all the realm’s prime gardeners who carry their backyard areas, whether or not massive or small, to life yearly.”
John Duffy, NLF vice chair, added: “It was an ideal pleasure to have the ability to go to so many superb gardens all through North Lanarkshire, the standard was excellent, nicely achieved to all concerned.”
All of the winners will now be invited to obtain their awards at a particular celebration ceremony to happen on October 5 the place an general winner will probably be chosen.
The winners had been as follows:
Wishaw/Shotts Locality
Communal – Drummond Drive, Retirement Housing, Wishaw
Particular person - Elizabeth Grant - Mornay Means
Airdrie/Cumbernauld Locality
Communal – Gartlea Gardens, Retirement Housing
Particular person – Tommy Ellis, Hawthorn Drive, Airdrie
Coatbridge/Kilsyth/Northern Hall
Communal – Westfield Retirement Advanced
Particular person –Bridie Convey, Huntly Path, Moodiesburn
Motherwell/Bellshill Locality
Communal Winner – Airbles Tower, Motherwell
Particular person Winner – Mike Duffy - Orbiston Drive, Bellshill
Particular Commendations – Mary Struthers, Calderbank; Carolyn McDonald, Hamilton Crescent, Coatbridge; Julie McDonald - Greenside Avenue, Coatbridge; Scott Kelman, Iona Avenue, Forgewood; Mrs Barr, Martin Place, Newarthill; Mr and Mrs Molloy, Melrose Avenue, Holytown; Archie Ferguson, South View, Bellshill; Eric Cunningham, Carey Gardens, Cleland; Janice McGowan; Gerrard Daly, Morton Avenue, Motherwell.
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