The date has been set for the North West In Bloom judges' visit to check the village out for this year's entry into Britain in Bloom competition, which encourages communities to improve their surroundings through the imaginative use of trees, shrubs, flowers and landscaping.
The Alderley Edge In Bloom team will meet the judges and show them around the town on Tuesday 18th July.
Following on from their success in the village's inaugural North West In Bloom entry last year, which saw volunteers pick up a Silver Gilt award in the best small town category, they have been working hard with the hope of doing even better in this year's competition.
The team have already started planting bedding and perennials around the village, park and railway station so the village is bursting with colour throughout the summer.
During the next two weeks they will also be planting more down London Road, however they are desperate for more perennials for the park and station beds.
Councillor Christine Munro said "We would like to ask if anyone has any surplus plants could they consider donating them to us.
"If you are dividing clumps of perennials or have any cuttings which are surplus to your requirements please get in touch.
"You can contact us and we will collect, or alternatively we have a store at the railway station in the car park. You could leave them there beside the planters and we will deal with them.
Christine added "Finally just a message to all the traders on London Road. Please help us with watering. The planters need water every day, even if it rains, so when you have lunch just remember the plants outside would appreciate a drink too.
Thank you to everyone for your support."
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