Residents, schools and businesses across Merton recognised for their colourful and sustainable green spaces.
Merton in Bloom returned this year, shining a spotlight on the creativity and community spirit that continues to grow across the borough. From bright front gardens to wildlife-friendly plots, residents, schools, businesses and local groups created stunning displays of plants and flowers.
Part of the London in Bloom campaign, the competition celebrates those who go the extra mile to make their neighbourhoods greener, more sustainable and welcoming for everyone.
Winners were announced at a special awards ceremony held at Vestry Hall, where entrants came together to celebrate their achievements and share ideas for next year’s displays. The evening was a wonderful showcase of community pride and passion for Merton’s green spaces.
This year’s winners included:
- Best Bloomin’ School Garden: Malmesbury Primary School
- Runners up: Ursuline High School
- Best Bloomin’ Front Garden: Jayne Eldridge
- Runners up: Christine Murray
- Best Bloomin’ Allotment Plot: Bridget Nolan
- Best Bloomin’ Hanging Basket or Container Display: Vestry Hall
- Runners up: William Dedman
- Best Bloomin’ Business Garden: Hallmark Kew House Luxury Care Home
- Runners up: The Kings Arms Pub, Mitcham
- Best Bloomin’ Biodiversity Garden: Friends of Holland Gardens
- Best Bloomin’ Community Garden: Vestry Hall Community Garden and St Johns Area Residents Association – Ridgeway Community Garden
- Runner up: Canons Community Garden
- Volunteers of the Year: Margo and Alan, Friends of Holland Gardens
The competition wouldn’t be possible without the support of sponsors idverde, Barkland Tree Specialists, Active Landscapes, and the many volunteer judges who helped make this year’s event such a success.
Zoe Zidour from Malmesbury Primary School in Morden, winner of Best Bloomin’ School Garden, said:
“Winning has raised the profile of gardening in our school and shown the children that their efforts are recognised by the wider community.”
Councillor Eleanor Stringer, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Civic Pride and Climate Change said:
Merton in Bloom is a brilliant way to celebrate the dedication and creativity of our residents, schools and local groups. These gardens and green spaces make our borough more vibrant, sustainable and welcoming for everyone.
If you’re feeling inspired, why not get involved next year? Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a first-time planter, everyone can help Merton bloom.
Find out more at merton.gov.uk/mertoninbloom