Brandon in Bloom will be recognising the efforts of local gardeners this summer as the first Certificates of Merit for 2025 start going out from Monday.
Over the following couple of weeks, residents across the town can expect to see volunteers delivering awards to front gardens that help make Brandon a brighter, more welcoming place.
The scheme is designed to celebrate effort rather than perfection. We’re not looking for professionally landscaped lawns or prize-winning flowerbeds, but instead want to acknowledge the time, care, and imagination that residents put into their front gardens.
We know not everyone has the time, resources, or ability to create a show garden; what matters is effort and pride. Even small touches like hanging baskets, colourful tubs, or a tidy border can make a huge difference.
Certificates will be awarded to a wide range of gardens, from modest patches bursting with colour to creative displays that show individuality. The group hopes that by recognising these contributions, more residents will feel inspired to take part and enjoy the benefits of gardening, however big or small their space.
The initiative follows a recent visit from Britain in Bloom judges, who toured the Brandon to see the town’s progress. Local volunteers say that rewarding everyday gardeners is just as important as impressing national judges, as it helps to build pride and community spirit on every street.
Brandon in Bloom continues to encourage residents to get involved, whether through gardening, volunteering, or simply supporting neighbours who are doing their bit to keep the town looking its best.
