- When was Garforth in Bloom Formed?
A small group of residents got together in 2008
- Do I need Knowledge of Plants and Gardening?
No Just come along and help with tidying up . We will give advice.
- Does it cost to be a member
No Bring your enthusiasm and give us a little of your time
- How do I Join ?
You can contact us through this website, our Face book Page, Having a chat at various events , Turn up at a meeting, or approaching us whilst we're working on a display.
- What is the difference between a Bloomer and a Friend of Garforth in Bloom?
A Bloomer is someone who plays an active part in the running and maintenance of the organisation, whether it be general physical gardening duties or help with administration.
A Friend of Garforth in Bloom is someone who donates on a yearly basis to our funds. This can be as little as £5 or as much as you feel able to donate
- What's Incredible Edibles?
This is a community project involving growing vegetables and making them available free to members of the public
- What is the Coal Tub Display?
This display,originally at the Gaping Goose and now at the Academy, was established as a connection with Garforth's mining Heritage.
There is a board providing information on some mining historyput together by Carol Woodhead.
It was made of wood by John Cranswick a former Bloomer For more details goto display beds tab
- Where do the plants come from?
A variety of sources - Leeds City Council at the Arium, Woodend Nurseries -Great Preston, Garforth Growers. On occaision we have paid for a Dutch based company to plant bulbs, namely opposite the Gaping Goose. 9,000 in 20 minutes!
- How is Garforth in Bloom financed?
Funds come from sponorship of the displays by local companies, organisations and private individuals.
Through Friends of GIB yearly donations, and funding raising at Summer , Christmas Fairs , Lions Gala and Brass Band Concert
- Are you developing any new displays?
We are not taking on any new developments.. With over 100 displays our members have more than they can cope with.
If you would like to develope a new plot yourself then we may be ale to help with advice
- Will you do my garden for me?
Sorry no We only get involved with community displays