Schools are being urged to join Northampton’s bid for success in the East Midlands in Bloom competition.
Fourteen schools have so far signed up to try to win the title of ‘Best School Garden’ and have ben busy planting a mixture of flowers, herbs and vegetables. The theme of this year’s Britain in Bloom is ‘edible’.
The closing date for entries is May 31 and schools will automatically be entered into the town’s own Bloom competition.
Councillor John Caswell, Northampton Borough Council cabinet member for the environment, said: “We’re very proud of all the schools taking part in this year’s Bloom competition with 14 entering compared to three last year. Bloom is a great opportunity for school children to take pride in their school gardens and to make Northampton a brighter place.”
For details, visit www.rhs.org.uk/britaininbloom. For general information and advice about taking part in Bloom, contact Northampton Borough Council on 01604 837455.