Progress in Bloom

Gardening is a great way to keep busy and active at home. Now might be the perfect time to get outside, enjoy your garden and start growing. 

You don’t need a big garden to enter our gardening competition. You might start off with something simple like a planter or some hanging baskets. 

We welcome entries from anyone who wants to brighten up their garden/yard/paving area – whether big or small.  

Why not visit the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) website www.rhs.org.uk/advice/get-growing for some simple gardening advice to help get you started. 

There are step by step instructions with photos to help you do things like plant a container, sow seeds or learn to spot a weed. 

How can I enter? 

• Download an entry form (This will be available from when the competition opens on 7 July 2025). 
• Or enter using the online form below (also available when the competition opens)

You can also take photographs (six maximum) of your gardens and email them to community@progressgroup.org.uk along with your name, address and a contact number. If you see a lovely garden in your area, why not send in a nomination for it! 

Entries can be submitted until Sunday 7 September 2025. Giving your plants a chance to ‘bloom’. 

When will the judging take place? 

This year judging will be carried out by a mixed panel of judges consisting of tenants, colleagues and non-executive directors. The winners will be announced in October 2025, prizes and certificates will be delivered on or after this date. 

If you would like any more information or help entering either competition please contact the Customer Voice Team by email at community@progressgroup.org.uk or on 0333 320 4555. 

Happy gardening!