Growing Together Competition
The Northumbria in Bloom Schools' gardening scheme·
The “Growing Together" scheme was introduced by Northumbria in Bloom in 2010 to recognise and reward the excellent work many schools are doing to introduce young people to the lifelong pleasures and benefits of horticulture in all its forms. ·The scheme is generously supported by Cowells Garden Centre of Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne.
The results for 2011 were announced in June. There were 52 entries and the overall winner of the Land of the Prince Bishops Trophy was Windlestone School in Chilton. ·The Cowell's Garden Centre Trophy for horticultural excellence was won by Dunn Street Primary School in Jarrow. ·The Rod Leyburn Memorial Trophy was shared by Hexham Priory School and Oakdene Primary School in Billingham. ·For details go to the Results page.
The 2012 Growing Together scheme has been launched. ·The entry form is here. ·Thanks to the generosity of Cowell's Garden Centre, the entry fee has been reduced to £20. ·
