May 26, 2020
HORTICULTURAL: 2 entries permitted in all horticultural classes if different cultivars
1. Tulip – 1 stem without foliage
a) single b) double c) fringed
2. Narcissus – Trumpet type – 1 scape (see Note 6)
3. Narcissus Collection – 3-5 different cultivars-1 scape each, in your own container
4. Columbine – 1 stem
a) single b) double
5. Any other spring flower – 1 stem
6. Vase of small spring flowers – (5-10 stems) own vase
7. Any houseplant in bloom – max 10” pot
8. Flowering Branch – maximum 30” above vase
a) lilac b) any other
9. Four seedlings – same cultivar, your choice of container(s)
DECORATIVE DESIGN “Around the World”
10. Dutch Treat – a design
11. Taj Mahal – a design
12. Call of the Loon – a design with visible use of water
13. Japanese Tea Ceremony – a small design (see Note 5)
NOVICE (see Note 1)
14. Amazon – a design using foliage only
EDUCATIONAL
15. The purpose of this category is to EDUCATE. Therefore, the exhibit must include a display card which includes, at a minimum, the history, description and growing conditions required.
This category can earn up to 5 points as follows:
- Quality of exhibit – 40%
- Growing Conditions (sun, soil, water, etc.) – 20%
- Description (height, spread, colour, etc.) – 20%
- History (where did the species originate, how used, etc.) – 20%
Notes
Note 1
Novice Definition – an exhibitor who has yet to win three first place ribbons in the Decorative Design division in Standard shows (i.e. our annual show, District 15 AGM and/or OHA convention)
Note 5
Small Design – a design from 51/2” to 10” and which must not exceed 10” in height, width and depth, including any container, base, and/or accessories.
Note 6
Scape – A leafless flower stem arising from the ground. Each scape may carry a number of flower buds depending on the cultivar, eg. Narcissus
