Green-fingered Borehamwood resident May Ross has retired from official duties at the Elstree and Borehamwood Horticultural Society after 34 years.

The 78-year-old, who lives with her husband Bert in Stevenage Crescent, thinks it's about time more young people got involved with the club. "I feel that I have put quite a lot into the committee and now it's time some young blood came in," she said.

May, who has three sons and four grandchildren, still intends to keep in touch. She said: "I will continue to go to the meetings and shows to help out. I've enjoyed my time on the committee and now will enjoy more free time."

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