Dear Members,
Further information regarding this years Best Worked Plots competitions (includes best worked plots overall, and best newcomer plot). As last year all plots will be viewed over the course of the season and considered in light of the areas outlined below. From these viewings a shortlist of possible winners will be agreed. The scoring system will then be applied to this shortlist to assist the judges in making their final decision regarding winners and runners-up.
1. Quality of crops (max 40 points) – Broad range of vegetables, fruit, herbs, flowers being grown (relative size of plots will be taken into account).
2. Condition of the plot (max 35 points) Plots should be weed free and the soil well cultivated. Paths and other areas should be weed free and tidy. Buildings should be in good condition.
3. Environmentally friendly practices (max 10 points) Compost bins in use. Rainwater collection and planting designed to attract natural predators.
4. Overall visual effect (max 5 points) Inclusion of attractive features such as hanging baskets, pots, benches alongside an attractive and interesting layout.
Winners will be announced at the end of the growing season
Old Lane Allotments Association
