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Oak Forest Names 'Forest In Bloom' Winners

Who had the most beautiful landscaping in Oak Forest this year? We've got the list of 'Forest In Bloom' Winners!

The City of Oak Forest named the winners of this year's 'Forest In Bloom' competition.
The City of Oak Forest named the winners of this year's 'Forest In Bloom' competition. (City of Oak Forest)

OAK FOREST, IL — The Oak Forest Streetscape Commission announced the winners of the 2019 Forest In Bloom Awards from 300 nominations this year.

The award is open to Oak Forest residents, businesses, and organizations who beautify their homes and properties through exceptional landscaping. Judges consider the visual impact of the front yard landscaping and plant variety; the maintenance of lawn, bushes, shrubs and flower beds; and the use of accessories (gazing balls, fountains, statues, etc.).

You can find the full list of winners on the city's website at oak-forest.org.

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The city didn't have photos, but if you have some, send them on over to Erika Hobbs, Patch editor, at erika.hobbs@patch.com.

Here are the Top 10 winners:

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1. Valeria Zagorski 14510 66th Ct.
2. Hope Reformed Church 5825 151st St.
3. Harold King 6532 151st St.
4. Daniel Switalski 6955 154th Pl.
5. Truchon Residence 6908 155th Pl.
6. Ron & Lori McKenzie 6916 155th Pl.
7. Ennis Residence 6940 155th Pl.
8. Aurelio Residence 6948 155th Pl.
9. Ennis Residence 6940 155th Pl.
10. Jesus & Catalina Alvarez 4926 155th St.

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