A HORTICULTURAL society is looking for the tallest sunflower in the entire district in September.

Maldon and Heybridge Horticultural Society will be holding its Tallest Sunflower Competition at the start of September, with judging and prize giving to take place in October.

To enter the competition, the flowers must be measured from ground level to the tip of the flower, with measurements submitted to the organisers Pat and Dave Hart by September 10.

The competition is open to all residents of Maldon and Heybridge and all children attending school or playgroup.

The cup and £10 prize money will be presented at the society AGM on October 11.

The society’s record was set in 1998 and still stands tall at 17’9” (5.424m), with the current world record being a gigantic 30’1” (9.17m).

Contact the organisers on 01376 618813 or patdavehart1@gmail.com.