GREEN-fingered residents in Rugby are blooming happy after receiving a donation of planting materials to help their garden grow.
Housebuilder Mulberry Homes has donated a range of planting materials – including top soil, compost, farmyard manure, bark chippings and Russian sage called Perovskia Blue Spire – to Houlton Community Gardens Society.
The society was created for members of the community to meet, form friendships and grow flowers and fruits in a community garden at the Houlton development being delivered by Urban&Civic.
Elly Hemus, Community Development Lead at Urban&Civic, said: “The Houlton Community Gardens is a much-loved space at the heart of our community. It continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of the Community Gardens Society and the generous support of partners like Mulberry Homes.
“This support doesn’t just benefit the society; it enhances the wellbeing and shared experience of everyone in Houlton.”
Sophie Leathley, Senior Brand and Marketing Manager at Mulberry Homes, said: “This group is a wonderful way for those in the community to get to know each other and develop a shared passion for gardening, and we hope our donation is a great help.
“We’re looking forward to seeing the garden continue to thrive, and to further support the Houlton community.”
The donation comes as part of Mulberry Homes’ Community Chest initiative in Houlton, in which charities and community organisations are invited to apply for a one-off donation of up to £1,000.
