Orchard grow along with our confidence

Projects at Vale of Clwyd Mind. She said: “It is rural here and, with little public transport, it’s easy to become isolated and hard to integrate, especially if you suffer from a mental health illness.

“The community garden provide somewhere where people can relax, undertake light physical activity and meet and engage with the community.”

The plan is to have an orchard with a path so visitors can pick fruit; a pergola, with a bench to enjoy the view of the Clwydian hills; two raised beds; bird feeding stations and a willow grove.

First prize for community garden of the year is £5,000 and 100 Calliope plug plants. Four runners up each receive £1,000 plus 100 plants.

Victoria added: “We’ve seen a massive change in just a few weeks in some members. They have become much more confident, socially and mentally, and have been integrating and socialising within the groups.”

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Have you got a favourite plant? Fill your garden with it. Studies have shown that people are drawn towards plants they associate with happy memories or nostalgia.

So if jasmine makes you think of happy holidays, or sweet pea reminds you of times with your grandparents, include those in your garden.

This will help to promote positive feelings when you’re outside or when you glance out from the kitchen.

For more on gardening for mental health, visit thrive.og.uk or for support, visit sane.org.uk.