Alwoodley in Bloom lwoodley in Bloom was established in Autumn 2009 with help and advice from the Leeds Parks Department and finance from Alwoodley Parish Council and local councillors. No one had any experience in ‘Bloom’ groups but all possessed varying horticultural skills and had the desire and enthusiasm to make the area more attractive for residents.
This original planting has been very successful, providing a splash of colour and an indication that if Spring is here then Summer cannot be far behind. Since then, tubs have been planted with Winter and Summer bedding plants, an unsightly
An early project was to plant daffodils along King Lane and, as the number of bulbs planted ran into thousands, the group enlisted the help of local residents.
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muddy area has been cleared incorporating a stone wall and planted with permanent plants, and three plots containing shrubs and annuals have been initiated. This small, friendly group would welcome more members. You do not have to be an expert in horticulture – just enjoy pottering with plants. It meets 7.45pm on the third Tuesday of every month in the Lounge at the Alwoodley Community Association, on the Avenue, Alwoodley. For further information, please ring Irene on 0113 267 5696, or Audrey on 0113 267 6697.
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