THE start of storm Dennis did not prevent Ludlow’s gardeners and growers from swapping seeds.

Held at Appleteme at the old Ludlow Brewery, the annual seed swap is now in its second year.

The initiative is led by Tish Dockerty and is part of the work of environmentalist in Ludlow to encourage more people to grow their own.

People who grow their own fruit and vegetables not only have the satisfaction but also enjoy fresh produce from their own garden, potting shed or allotment.

There is also the benefit to the environment of eating food that has clocked up zero food miles and so the only environmental impact has been positive.

However, seeds can be expensive and so the seed swap is an opportunity to people to do just that.

But it also enables enthusiasts to come together and share experiences.

Those that are new to growing their own are able to pick up important tips from those with experience and ‘green fingers.’

Two years ago, Ludlow in Bloom made edible plants their theme.

The seed and potato swap was not only for vegetable growers, but also for people that want to grow plants.

Plants play an important role in enhancing the environment and key for bees that have increasingly been under pressure with numbers in decline.