LITTLE things are being given the big treatment at one of the most prestigious events of its kind.

The Harrogate Autumn Flower Show is being staged at Harrogate’s Great Yorkshire Showground from September 16 to 18.

And one plot will feature giant, hand-made sculptures exploring both the naughty and the nice things that can be found in the garden.

The fun plot Friend or Foe has been created by local charity Horticap and huge snails, aphids and moles will be among the creatures to be found lurking amongst the plants, along with a living bee hive and much more.

The design will form part of a major feature comprising a series of garden sections including an allotment plot, a formal decorative area and a wildlife haven.

Show director Nick Smith said: “Our autumn show is all about the practical things people can do to improve their garden, grow great produce or simply get ready for the new growing season.

“Horticap’s fun approach to show gardens gives us the opportunity to get the message across and make our visitors smile at the same time.

“The students put a lot of work into their hand-made sculptures and I am sure people will enjoy them as much as they did in the spring.”

For more details and tickets visit flowershow.org.uk or call 01423-546157.