2009 Harrogate in Bloom summer garden competitions

Individual residential category

There are three categories for individual gardens. It can be a balcony, patio, back yard or something much bigger. Contemporary or traditional styles are equally welcome; it could feature containers of bedding plants, or be a wildlife haven, an outdoor room or a tranquil green space. Gardens are divided into categories by size and you can opt to have just part or the whole garden judged.

Closing date for entries: Monday 29 June

Judging will take place between 13 – 26 July

A trophy will be presented to the overall category winner, but all entrants are eligible for a Gold, Silver Gilt, Silver or Bronze award or a Certificate of Merit – so in theory, everyone (or indeed no-one!) could win a gold.

Judges will be looking for:
- a good first impression and overall design
- planting which is appropriate in colour and scale to the surroundings, with summer interest
- containers (if any) of appropriate size and style
- paving, paths etc (if any) which complement the surroundings and are well maintained
- plants which are in good condition, apparently disease free and well maintained (dead-headed, watered, pruned, etc)
- the whole area should be well swept & litter free

Please return to:

Stephanie Reavely, 54 Franklin Road, Harrogate HG1 5EE
Tel : 01423 526891 e-mail to: info@harrogateinbloom.org.uk

Please select ONE of the following categories:

Area under 60m2/ 70 sq yd: balcony or small garden
The whole garden will be judged unless indicated below:
 judge front garden only
 judge back garden only
 judge balcony, patio or other area only

Area over 60m2/ 70 sq yd : larger gardens
The whole garden will be judged unless indicated below:
 judge front garden only
 judge back garden only

 Senior award: open to entrants aged 75 or over
The whole garden will be judged unless indicated below:
 judge front garden only
 judge back garden only
 judge balcony or patio or other area only

First name:                                      Surname:                                                                  this will appear on your award certificate

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