The following is a recent communication from Amberol one of Cumbria in Bloom’s valued sponsors
| Britain in Bloom competition introduces new sustainability criteria Many of you will be anticipating this year’s Britain in Bloom competition with some excitement. After a two-year hiatus of cancellation and online entries, the resumption of the competition in its traditional face-to-face format is a welcome taste of normality. However, the competition continues to evolve and move with the times, which means that there are some important changes to the judging criteria that In Bloomers need to be aware of when planning their entries. The changes reflect the commitment of the RHS and Britain in Bloom to protecting the environment and the focus on ‘Planet Friendly Gardening’. The new criteria cover a range of areas from supporting wildlife to conserving water. As manufacturers of self-watering planters, water conservation is something we take very seriously and so we are delighted to see it given more prominence. |
| What are the new criteria? The criteria include careful consideration around the choice of plants such as the use of pollinator-friendly plants and those that are more pest resistant to help avoid the use of chemical control. Entrants are urged to consider wildlife in terms of creating habitats and avoiding actions which could damage food chains. There is also an emphasis on finding alternative ways to water plants to reduce the reliance on mains water supplies. In addition, entries will be expected to demonstrate that consideration has been given to improving problem areas in the local environment, such as planting hedges along roads to capture pollution particles. Britain in Bloom has always focused on enhancing our world, but these new criteria will help steer and support groups in their work to improve their environment. And of course, if you need any advice on conserving water with our self-watering planters, we will be happy to help. You can find out more about the changes to the judging criteria here. |
| Make an impact with tiered planters Tiered planters are a great way to create the wow factor in a floral display. And with Amberol’s self-watering feature, they are easy to maintain too. From Beehives to Barrels, we have a wide variety of tiered planters for all spaces and locations. You can read all about the reasons to use a tiered planter here. |
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| The right bin in the right place Litter continues to a problem that blights many public areas. When tackling the problem of litter, there are many factors to consider. But one thing that is crucial to get right is to ensure that you have the right type of litter bin for each location. As manufacturers of a range of indoor and outdoor litter bins, we have some useful advice on choosing the right bin for your needs. |
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| Getting ready for 2022 With the annual Britain in Bloom competition being disrupted by the pandemic over the last two years, many In Bloomers are eagerly looking forward to 2022. We would love to hear all about your plans for this year – and don’t forget you can share photos, tips and advice on our Buzz in Bloom Facebook group. |
