 Beautiful Scotland in Bloom -
Comments Sheet 2006 - Linlithgow
Judged by: R Shanks, A Barnard, GManson, R Nugent
Introductory Paragraph
This Royal Burgh is a favourite stop for visitors, with the
Policies at Linlithgow Palace providing a took back in history while the loch
and natural areas provide a haven for wildlife.
The town centre is enhanced with many fine seasonal bedding
displays, and the Union Canal attracts many visitors to enjoy a peaceful trip on
one of the barges.
Section A: Horticulture, Seasonal and Permanent Planting
The judges were particularly impressed by:
- Quality of bedding - overall a high standard
- Quality of grounds maintenance by local authority
- Shrub and tree planting, and water features at Sun Microsystems
- Use of barrels as planters, and well-filled
- Good community spirit from local residents
Areas suggested for future development
- More effective use of dot plants in annual beds
- Closer attention to maintenance in replanted area opposite station (dead trees)
- Offices comer at Lowport - suggest basket tree with appropriate low-maintenance planting
- Lack of colour in heather beds
- More colour on High Street
Section B: Sustainable Development and Biodiversity
The judges were particularly impressed by:
- Management, education and interpretation at and around Palace/Peel/Loch
- Lowport school garden
- Re-use of stone, slate and barrels
- Use of compost from brown bin collection, and education on waste
- Biodiversity meadow area near flood prevention works
Areas suggested for future development:
- Input from pupils at school on visit if possible
Section C: Local Environmental Quality
The judges were particularly impressed by:
- Organisation of clean-ups
- Generally very clean and
tidy
Areas suggested for future development:
- More attention to maintenance of street furniture on Main St (broken bench)
- More
frequent cleaning of bird droppings/control of birds (feeding of)
Section
D: Public Awareness / Participation
The judges were particularly impressed
by:
- Community involvement at station - children's tiles, mural,
church banners
- Partnership working with Council and other partners
e.g. Rotary, parents
Areas suggested for future development:
- Involvement of greater numbers of the local community
- More
involvement from traders in supporting the campaign
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