How does your garden grow? On the balcony of a Basildon flat with lots of flowers in a row.

Brenda Dow's stunning window box displays really add a splash of colour to her block in Whitmore Court, Whitmore Way, Basildon.

Her sister-in-law, Ann Higgins, says they are a real talking point among the neighbours because they're so cheery

Stunning display - Brenda Dow, 50, with her plants

Picture: NICK ANSELL

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