Penzance Transforms with Stunning Summer Floral Displays!

Penzance Town Centre Blooms with 240 Hanging Baskets and Troughs

The centre of Penzance has been transformed into a vibrant floral wonderland this summer, with the installation of 240 hanging baskets and troughs. This colourful display, orchestrated by the Penzance Community Flora Group, has brought a burst of life to the town centre, complementing the flags and banners set up by Penzance Council.

A True Community Effort

The floral spectacle is the result of a collaborative effort involving several local businesses and organisations. Trevena Cross Nurseries supplied the plants, Crago Moves handled the transportation, and High Maintenance South West ensured the baskets were safely installed. The fundraising efforts of the Flora Group, bolstered by generous funding from Penzance BID and Penzance Council, made this year’s display possible.

Emily Kavanaugh, Treasurer of Penzance Community Flora Group, highlighted some changes in this year’s approach: “We used to grow all the plants ourselves, but due to a few factors, that’s just not possible any longer. The hanging baskets were planted up and cared for by Damien and his wonderful team at Trevena Cross Nurseries. They literally could not have done any more for us, and we’re so grateful to be working with such a dedicated team.”

Essential Support and Maintenance

The hanging baskets and troughs are maintained by Penzance Council’s award-winning Gardening Team, who water them every weekday morning throughout the summer. Emily expressed gratitude for this support: “Outsourcing the planting has meant that this needed to be paid for. Put very simply, without the financial support from Penzance Council and Penzance BID, none of this would have been possible! The award-winning Penzance Council Gardening Team will continue to water and feed them through the season and again, we’re very grateful for all they do. As a group, we’ve been very touched by the amount of support that all of these organisations have given us, so we’d like to publicly thank them all.”

A Vibrant Display for All to Enjoy

Mayor Stephen Reynolds praised the Flora Group’s efforts: “Penzance Community Flora are a shining example of how a dedicated band of volunteers can transform the look and feel of a place through their efforts. In their high-vis jackets, they’re a familiar sight to residents and visitors alike as they keep our street planting beds in tip-top condition all year round. The hanging baskets and troughs are the icing on the cake, helping keep our town full of vibrant colour all summer long – rain or shine!”

Penzance Council offers grants to local community groups and charities working to benefit residents and the parish environment. For more information on how to apply, visit www.penzance-tc.gov.uk/grants/ or contact the council offices at 01736 363405 or info@penzance-tc.gov.uk.