David Domoney

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  • Sunday Mirror article: Cultivation Street Regional & Specialist Category Winners

    Sunday Mirror article: Cultivation Street Regional & Specialist Category Winners

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    The judges have cast their votes and it’s time to reveal some of the lucky winners of my Cultivation Street competition 2018, who will be receiving their share of the whopping £21,000 in cash prizes and 1600 Calliope® geraniums that I have to give away.

    With a record number of entries this year, our panel of eminent judges—who included Lady Salisbury, Simon Sadinsky and Gemma Aldridge—really had their work cut out for them.

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    Community Gardens regional winners

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    After hours of deliberation, I’m over the moon to announce the winners of the five regional Community Garden categories, who have produced inspiring gardening projects absolutely bursting with community spirit. The winners will each be receiving a cash prize of £1000 plus 100 Calliope® geranium plants in recognition of their incredible achievement.

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    Shoulder to Soldier Community Garden, Leigh, Greater Manchester

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    With an ethos of accessibility and inclusion, 30 Armed Forces veterans have worked tirelessly to turn a once-neglected area of scrubland into a lush garden accessible to wheelchair users and amputees alike.

    Project member, Linda Fisher, said: “Created by a formidable force of people who served Queen and Country, our garden has helped a significant number of people with anxiety, depression, mental health conditions, social isolation and loneliness. It’s a real community garden, with a community spirit. It has a shed and a kettle at its heart and veterans with specialist skills helping other veterans.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: We loved the inclusivity of this garden’s wheelchair-friendly pathways and varied-height raised beds and that it is giving such joy to our veterans.

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    Stanford and Cleveland Community Garden, Brighton

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    As of 2014, the 15-strong team at Stanford and Cleveland have converted a once-uninspiring piece of tarmac into a thriving garden for the whole community to enjoy.

    Resident Debbie Pryer said: “We are completely self-funded and the prize money will be very useful in helping us to maintain the garden. We will be buying planters to allow those who have difficulties bending down to have easier access.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: We chose this garden because we were amazed at the remarkable amount that has been achieved by so few people. We loved the garden’s grow-your-own raised beds with free produce for the community to pick, and their ethos of ‘take what you need, but leave some for others.’

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    Tiny Trowels Community Garden, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire

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    This unusual project is run by Alison Pike who has turned her own back garden into a community space for local children to enjoy. Around 60 children a week attend Alison’s Tiny Trowels sessions to grow plants from seed, go on bug hunts and befriend the garden’s chickens.

    Alison said: “Tiny Trowels has been wonderfully received over the years with hundreds of children having been through the garden gate. It has been lovely to see friendships form not only between the children but also the adults. Parenting can sometimes be a lonely job and to have other parents around you that you can talk to over a cuppa can be priceless.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: Alison’s passion really shines through and the impact that her project has not only on the children who attend, but also on the parents and caregivers who bring them is immense.

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    Tenby Day Centre, Tenby, Pembrokeshire

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    This fantastic project uses gardening as therapy for elderly people suffering from depression, loneliness and dementia. They have a remembrance rose garden, comfortable seating areas and a herb garden to stimulate the senses of partially-sighted visitors.

    Sing Taylor, one of the co-ordinators, said: “Our garden has been grown from seed and made with love. It is proof that age doesn’t matter, if you work as a community you can achieve wonderful things.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: The team at Tenby Day Centre have really gone the extra mile for their patrons. We were thrilled to see a day centre that encourages people to connect with nature and with one another, rather than just plonking them down in front of a TV screen.

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    Tay View Community Garden, Dundee

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    Located on a formerly disused inner-city site near one of the most polluted crossroads in Dundee, Tay View Garden has terraces for locals to grow their own food and a designated art wall for graffiti artists and local children to paint whatever they like.

    Community member, Stuart Fairweather, said: “The gardeners themselves are a polyglot bunch from all corners of the Earth, growing crops that they can use to create personal dishes from their own cultures to share with others. Fruit, veg, wildlife and art come together in a many faceted project in a thriving community.

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: This garden stood out to us because it involves such a cross-section of the community—from school children to ex-addicts to refugees. The sense of community that these gardeners have created is second to none.

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    Specialist winners

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    I also ran three specialist categories this year in the hopes of rewarding some smaller, but no less impressive gardening projects for their remarkable ingenuity and creativity. The winner of each will be receiving a cash prize of £500 plus 100 Calliope® geranium plants in recognition of their marvellous creations.

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    Springhallow Ealing Community Special School, Ealing, London

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    The winners of this year’s Colour Your Life category, sponsored by Calliope®, responded to my challenge to create a stunning garden display using vibrant red Calliope® geraniums with buckets of ingenuity.

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    Springhallow’s display features upcycled school sinks overflowing with red blossoms before an inventive ‘garden’ sign made from leftover artificial turf.

    Cath Bayton, a teacher at the school, said: “The children all participated in the creation of the display and are so proud of the work that they have carried out as a team.

    The display is a really friendly and colourful welcome to the school garden and we hope to keep it thriving and looking beautiful for as long as we can.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: The visual impact of this display along with its eco-friendly and creative upcycling really made this display stand out against the rest.

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    Rockcliffe Avenue, Whitley Bay, Northumberland

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    Stealing the show in this year’s Front Gardens category are the flourishing front gardens of Rockcliffe Avenue. A sight to behold, this entry encompasses a whopping 23 front gardens along with four more that have been joined together into a bustling community space!

    Resident, Mike Kelley, said: “Our aim has been to build a great community spirit and gardening is the catalyst that enables us to do that. Eleven years of work has gone into creating our own oasis, but it’s worth every second to see the look on people’s faces, especially the kids.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: We were amazed at this project’s ability to unite members of the community and at the sheer beauty of the community space.

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    Essington in Bloom, Essington, Wolverhampton

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    Last but not least, the winners of my Small Spaces category have drawn all members of the community together to turn their local churchyard into an inspiring mini-garden.

    Community member, James Slim, said: “I would like to show my gratitude for all of the effort that village residents and community groups have put in to make this project happen and to encourage everyone to continue to make a positive impact on their environment for the future.”

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    JUDGES’ VERDICT: We were simply bowled over by the vibrancy and creativity of the upcycled tyre displays and at how much the team have achieved since the project began in April 2018.

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    Next week I’ll be revealing the incredible achievements of UK schools in the Cultivation Street competition 2018, with the winner of first prize receiving a massive £2,500 plus 100 Calliope® geraniums. Don’t miss out!

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    I live in the countryside and rabbits keep eating my plants! What can I do?

    While no plant is going to be entirely rabbit-proof, you can go some way towards solving this problem by planting things that rabbits dislike eating. Most plants with fuzzy leaves (e.g. lamb’s ear), a strong odour (e.g. creeping Phlox), strap leaves (e.g. lilyturf) or needles (e.g. mountain pine) are disliked by rabbits. Drought-resistant plants and ornamental grasses could also be good options.

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    I’ve heard that the sudden wet weather will rot my onions. Is there anything I can do?

    Onions and other bulbous vegetables, like leeks and garlic, prefer a damp spring to swell their bulbs, followed by a dry summer to ripen them.

    Using a garden fork to loosen and lift the bulbs slightly above the soil surface prevents them from being kept constantly wet and will ensure a better crop.

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    Secure your garden and check out my previous article:

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    Or check out my Pinterest board for more ideas:

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  • Front Garden Guide- Choosing the right garden fence and gate

    Front Garden Guide- Choosing the right garden fence and gate

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    Front gardens come in all shapes, sizes and varieties. They can be a beautiful and decorative introduction to your home, but these days they are more commonly used for a functional purpose, like a space to park your car or to store wheelie bins. A fence can completely change the overall look of your garden, but it can be difficult to know what appropriate fencing and gate you should choose. So I’ve put together some suggestions, along with a few tips.

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    Selecting the appropriate fence…

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    A fence can absolutely change the look of your garden and the way your house is viewed. Ensure you consider the purpose of the fence as this is very important. Maybe your looking for privacy or security, to keep animals and children in and safe, or maybe you’re looking for a decorative feature. More common than not a front garden fence is lower than that of a back garden. Be sure to pick a style that’ll suit your house – perhaps there’s a particular look you have on the inside that you could replicate in the garden. There are many different types of fencing, so let’s take a look at a few:

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    Picket fencing

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    This is very common to use in front gardens. They are very recognisable with their neat and evenly spaced vertical boards. They offer a decorative, safe and clear boundary, but they won’t give you much privacy. Conventionally, you will find they are wooden and painted white.

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    Trellis

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    Traditional lap panel fencing

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    This is the most common type of garden fencing. It’s main purpose is to provide excellent privacy and security.

    Top Tip: select a fence which is attractive on both sides. After all, you are going to be the one staring at it every day.

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    Railing

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    Railing is a beautiful option for the front garden. Normally they are metal, sturdy and are great in harsh winters. You can choose a very flamboyant design that will really make a statement, or you choose a more understated option for a clean, modern, and sleek feel to the garden.

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    Choosing the right gate…

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    A garden gate acts as a portal and entrance to your private space from the outside world. In addition, a gate can help to finish the look of your fence or wall. Picking the right gate is crucial, and, again, it’s always a good idea to keep the purpose of the gate at the forefront of your mind.

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    Wooden gates

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    Gates commonly are made from wood or metal but both can serve a very different purpose. For a more sturdy but traditional option, wood is your best choice. As well as providing privacy, wooden gates can be extremely decorative.

    Top Tip: ensure you choose a wood that will  match any existing fences as this will give you a more streamlined feel to your garden.

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    Metal gates

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    Metal gates are classy and will look more formal. They are frequently made more open using bars therefore making them less private than a wooden gate. However, metal will last longer, so is often the preferred option for front gardens.

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  • Planning what to grow for your garden project…

    Planning what to grow for your garden project…

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    Growing vegetables is great fun, and of course you can reap the rewards of tasty, fresh produce all year round. If you are struggling to know what to grow for your type of garden, then here are a few recommendations, hints and tips.

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    School Garden

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    Growing vegetables can be a fantastic way of learning about nature, the cycle of plants, and introducing the stages of a plant from seed to plant to flower to fruit and then seed again. Not only an alternative way of learning, watching and nurturing plants can be very rewarding. Some plants are very easy to grow from seed – here are a couple of examples you could try:

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    Beetroot

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    Beetroots are a fantastic, healthy vegetable and are great for those who are new to vegetable gardening. They are perfect for planting in the New Year, as they do best after a harsh winter and before the mid-summer. For the best results sow beetroot little and often.

    Harvest the roots when they are young and roughly the size of a golf ball. Did you know, you can also eat the leaves! Therefore it is possible for you to enjoy beetroot all year round.

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    Radish

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    They are easy to grow and have a quick turnaround time. In only four weeks from sowing you should be able to harvest and enjoy beautiful home-grown radishes. Sow radishes every two weeks in fertile moist soil to enjoy a crunch in your salads.

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    Herbs

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    Herbs are great for kids to grow as they interact with their senses. The sense of smell is incredible with varieties like mint, rosemary, sage, oregano, and many more.

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    Small Spaces

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    Even if you have a tiny garden you can still enjoy fresh vegetables all year round. There are some fantastic seeds that will thrive without taking up much room at all. You can grow strawberry varieties in a hanging basket likewise tomatoes, look out for varieties which trail. You can grow potatoes in dustbins, lettuce in tyres, and most herbs in pots.

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    Tomatoes

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    Start them indoors around February and March. Did you know that only a couple of plants will reward you with lots of tasty tomatoes through the summer? Try planting a favourite with the kids such as Cherry Tomatoes, or if you’re feeling adventurous try growing the giant full-flavoured beefsteak tomato. Your plants will flourish perfectly in nine inch pots and will provide your garden with a burst of colour.

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    Beans

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    Beans prefer warmer weather so they do best when planted directly into the warm ground. They enjoy having something to climb. Beans are great for beginners and if they are picked they will produce for weeks!

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    Top Tip: Check your beans for insects (beetles in particular). They can be picked off by hand or sprayed with soapy water.

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    Front Garden

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    Re-green your front garden. Look at the space available to you – why not use it for growing some fresh fruit in between your flowers? Red, black and white currents are great in a shrub border, and so are blue berries, raspberries and small apple trees. It has been proven that home grown fruit is healthier and it’s cheaper to do it yourself!

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    Spinach

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    Spinach grows well in cool weather. If you want a large quantity you have to plant lots! It can be harvested just the same as lettuce by picking the largest leaves or cutting it back to around one inch. Cutting back spinach back ensures it will grow back several times throughout the season. Spinach is a very versatile – try it in an omelette, it’s delicious.

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    Community Garden

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    Growing vegetables is a fantastic way to socialise with your neighbours, and you can share recipe ideas and meals made from the produce grown. Growing your own also allows you to monitor what exactly goes into your food.

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    Cucumbers

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    Cucumbers are flexible in their growing requirements and can grow quite happily in containers and raised beds. As long as there is warm weather, lots of sunshine (6-8 hours per day is recommended), and lots of water, a cucumber will grow.

    Ensure your cucumbers won’t become bitter by keeping the soil evenly moist!

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    Plants which produce ingredients for soups are also ideal so you can collectively nourish your fellow community gardeners as you grow. Plants such as, pumpkin. squash, potato, leek, carrot and many more are perfect for this.

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    For further information and help on planning what to grow and when, visit David Domoney’s Vegetable Planting Calendar and remember to enter your garden project into Cultivation Street!

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