The 2023 Garden Competition has officially come to an end, and it’s time to celebrate the green thumbs and creative horticulturalists who have transformed Liverpool into a blooming paradise.

Building on the success of last year, this year's competition featured extended categories and a total prize pool of $5000.

“It was the perfect opportunity for Liverpool’s dedicated gardeners to showcase their exquisite flowers and lush gardens that they have tirelessly nurtured,” said Mayor Ned Mannoun.

“Seeing many gardeners proudly share their green sanctuaries this year was truly heart-warming.”

Contributing to the wider beatification of the area, this year’s winners have truly delivered a stunning showcase.

The 2023 winners are:

Best School Garden: Bringelly Public SchoolBest Front Garden: Kathy Duong, AshcroftBest Back Garden: Mitchell Stone, Hoxton ParkBest Themed Garden: Milka Horvat, Middleton GrangeBest Balcony Garden: Thomas Adrian, HolsworthyBest Entire Garden/Property: Caroline & Damata, LiverpoolBest Courtyard, Enclosed Area or Entrance Way: Annie Dimech, Hinchinbrook

Highly Commended:

Best School Garden: Austral Public SchoolBest Front Garden: Natasha Ribeiro, West HoxtonBest Back Garden: Dante Salvador, Wattle GroveBest Themed Garden: Donabella McNamara, PrestonsBest Balcony Garden: Sara Cibralic, LiverpoolBest Entire Garden/Property: Lynne & Lance Gardner, Denham CourtBest Courtyard, Enclosed Area or Entrance Way: Carmel Carbott, Carnes Hill

Liverpool City Council congratulates all the winners and participants for their dedication in making Liverpool a more beautiful and vibrant place through their remarkable gardens.

We look forward to seeing even more breathtaking gardens in the years to come.

Visit www.liverpool.nsw.gov.au/gardencompetition to see the winning gardens.