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The third marathon Spring bulb planting session has been arranged by the Bonnie Banchory team for Sunday 30th October.
Last year there was an excellent turn out from the community and the organisers are hoping that this year will attract plenty of volunteers to ensure the town is in full bloom again come Spring time.
A Bonnie Banchory spokeswoman said, “Last year we planted more than 6000 daffodil bulbs around the town and they certainly made a difference. This year we have the same number to plant, courtesy of Aberdeenshire Council and the Raemoir Garden Centre. All are welcome to help out and, if you would like to pitch in and assist us, the meeting point is the junction of Raemoir Road and Forestside at 2pm.  If possible, bring a bucket for the bulbs, a spade to plant them and any other equipment you think you may need. Gloves proved essential last year. Children are particularly welcome.”

Bonnie Banchory is a Banchory & District Initiative project supported by Aberdeenshire Council and local businesses.

Community volunteers planting bulbs in October 2010

The end result - Spring 2011