The seeds have been sown for another fantastic Knowsley Flower Show this August – attracting growers and plant lovers from across the UK.
This is the eighth year that the Flower Show has been held in Knowsley, and the event continues to grow in popularity, attracting more than 10,000 visitors. For 2006 the show will once again offer a feat of family fun with even more activities to make the day even more "blooming marvellous" than ever before.
Once again, organisers are hoping to attract as many new entrants as possible and have included plenty of amateur gardener’s categories to allow everybody - regardless of age, experience or type of garden - to take part. Whether you are lucky enough to enjoy sprawling acres at home, or simply stick to window boxes, there’s something for everyone, with prizes on offer for everything from pot plants to vegetables, floral art to photography.
Cllr Eddie Connor, Cabinet Member for Leisure, Community and Culture at Knowsley Council, said: "The Flower Show is one of the highlights of the summer in the borough. It is a fantastic free event that attracts thousands of visitors each year from both near and far. "Now is the time for would-be competitors to get growing and there are plenty of different categories to suit you no matter what your age or gardening experience."
In fact, there are more than 100 categories to choose from, so whether you fancy cultivating some gorgeous geraniums, ravishing roses or fabulous fuchsias, harvesting tomatoes, potatoes, peas or beans, or simply arranging a stunning display of cut flowers, this is the show for you. The Knowsley Flower Show takes place on Sunday, August 6, from 11am to 5pm at Court Hey Park (home of the National Wildflower Centre), on Roby Road, Huyton. Admission is free.
For more information, simply pick up a Flower Show schedule from any of the borough’s libraries or one stop shops, or call 0151 433 2155. You can also view the whole schedule, as well as information about the show online at Knowsley Flower Show website.
This is the eighth year that the Flower Show has been held in Knowsley, and the event continues to grow in popularity, attracting more than 10,000 visitors. For 2006 the show will once again offer a feat of family fun with even more activities to make the day even more "blooming marvellous" than ever before.
Once again, organisers are hoping to attract as many new entrants as possible and have included plenty of amateur gardener’s categories to allow everybody - regardless of age, experience or type of garden - to take part. Whether you are lucky enough to enjoy sprawling acres at home, or simply stick to window boxes, there’s something for everyone, with prizes on offer for everything from pot plants to vegetables, floral art to photography.
Cllr Eddie Connor, Cabinet Member for Leisure, Community and Culture at Knowsley Council, said: "The Flower Show is one of the highlights of the summer in the borough. It is a fantastic free event that attracts thousands of visitors each year from both near and far. "Now is the time for would-be competitors to get growing and there are plenty of different categories to suit you no matter what your age or gardening experience."
In fact, there are more than 100 categories to choose from, so whether you fancy cultivating some gorgeous geraniums, ravishing roses or fabulous fuchsias, harvesting tomatoes, potatoes, peas or beans, or simply arranging a stunning display of cut flowers, this is the show for you. The Knowsley Flower Show takes place on Sunday, August 6, from 11am to 5pm at Court Hey Park (home of the National Wildflower Centre), on Roby Road, Huyton. Admission is free.
For more information, simply pick up a Flower Show schedule from any of the borough’s libraries or one stop shops, or call 0151 433 2155. You can also view the whole schedule, as well as information about the show online at Knowsley Flower Show website.
