Green Flag award for Julianstown community garden

A voluntary group in Julianstown has been awarded a Green Flag for their community garden.

It is the second year in a row that Julianstown and District Community Association has been successful in getting Green Flag Status for the garden that was part funded by Meath County Council under the Agenda 21 scheme along with the Julianstown community group.

Chairperson Niamh Bn. Uí Loinsigh says it was a joint effort. She said:

“We would like to thank all our volunteers who have made this possible, coming along every week weeding, trimming, planting and then of course the social side of having a cuppa afterwards.

“I would also like to thank Kevin and Andrew who are on the local East Coast Community Development Employment scheme, together with Victor who is on a Tús Scheme who keep the grass mowed and hedges in check.

“It has been very difficult this year with the Covid 19 pandemic, but would have to say that the garden is looking very well and has been a wonderful space for parents and children.

“We had a beautiful new bespoke entrance installed which was made by Jim Rothwell and beds planted on either side with pollinators to attract wildlife and then when you walk down through the woodland area you come to a contorted willow in the centre of the path, go past this and "wow" the whole secret garden opens up with six massive circles, large flower beds and then on to "The Orchard".

"There is seating all along so you can take your time, have a picnic and chill out. I also like to take this opportunity to thank An Taisce, Meath Co.Co, our councillors, and sponsors for their continued support and hope that you visit our lovely 3 acre garden."