Glasgow's green-fingered residents are battling it out in a summer showdown to have their garden crowned the best.

The competition involves keen gardeners aged 55 and over who live in Wheatley Homes Glasgow or Loretto Housing Association homes, supported by the Livingwell Service, getting their hands dirty.

Contestants have been challenged to beautify their gardens with the winning team earning the title 'Glasgow’s Best Garden'.

They will also receive an individualised trophy and voucher up for grabs for the winning team.

The Wheatley Foundation, part of the Wheatley Group, has contributed towards the purchase of plants, compost, and equipment for communal garden areas.

The gardens will be judged by Wheatley’s Neighbourhood Environmental Team.

Laura Pluck, group director of communities at Wheatley Group, said: "Our gardening competition will run through the summer months, with a winning garden announced later this year.

"We want to encourage our tenants to enjoy the health benefits of gardening while also getting to meet and socialise with their neighbours.

“Tenants are telling us they can’t wait to get started. I’m really looking forward to seeing how they transform their gardens.”