The 2024 instalment of the annual Mayoral Garden Competition was the biggest yet, with 290 entries received in the competition’s third year, about 100 more entries than last year.
The competition, which forms part of the annual Garden Town Stellenbosch festivities, culminated in the prize giving at the Stellenbosch Town Hall during the annual Flower Parade last Tuesday (29 October).
The judging panel comprised WP Steenkamp, Leavelle Snow-Muller and Riana Williams. Thirteen winners were selected, including four grand-prize recipients, who share a prize pool of R45 000, with R11 000 in Checkers vouchers. B
Stellenbosch Municipality extended its gratitude to Remgro, Bandakhanya, Hadeco Bulbs, Buco Hardware and The Birchery Terrarium Store.
“This competition would not be possible without their generous support and commitment,” said municipal spokesperson Stuart Grobbelaar.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you for helping us bring this initiative to life and for your dedication to making our community a more beautiful, greener space. Your partnership is invaluable, and we look forward to many more successful years together.”
