CLASS EIGHT - PLANTS AND FLOWERS
CLASS 8 - PLANTS AND FLOWERS
Directors: Monica DeVries 519-709-0216, Dian Chute, June Urquhart, Marilyn Turner, Laura Hudson
Definitions:
- Spray: A portion of a plant with a number of flowers ie. Chrysanthemum, Petunia, etc.
- Stem: A plant structure carrying one or more flowers and/or buds and greenery. It may be branched, ie. Sweet Pea, etc.
- Plant material refers to all parts of the plant, eg.flowers, foliage, fruit, seeds, bark, stems, roots, etc.
Rules and Regulations:
- All entries must fit into an area 30 cm depth x 45 cm width (12"x18") due to shelving space.
- All plants entered should be in good condition with damaged or old leaves and blooms removed.
- Flowering plants should be in bloom for judging.
- All plants should be grown and belong to the exhibitor.
- Flowers must be grown in individual exhibitor's own home garden (no groups).
- An exhibitor may enter only ONE entry in each number section of each class.
- Exhibitors must supply their own containers and they are their responsibility.
- Measurements for the containers are done from inside edge.
- For cut flowers please use clear containers that are heavy enough to support your exhibit.
- Plant material for the Design section may be purchased EXCEPT for Wild Thing, For Men Only , Sunny Days and Home Grown - Homemade.
- Phragmites grass (European Common Reed) is an invasive plant and is not allowed in any of the entries.
CUT FLOWERS:
1. | Sedum - 3 stems - Autumn Joy type Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
2. | Sedum - 3 stems - Other types of Sedum Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
3. | Hydrangea - 3 stems - mop head type, for example Annabelle Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
4. | Hydrangea - 3 stems - other type of hydrangea Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
5. | Hosta Leaves - 3 leaves of the same cultivar (type) Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 Growing Tip: To have less damage- In the spring when the hostas are emerging from the ground and are about the size of your index finger, water the parameter of the plant with 1-part household ammonia to 10 parts water. This needs to be done once per plant. |
6. | Sunflower - 1 bloom, 15 cm (6") and under, side buds removed Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
7. | Gladiolus - 1 spike Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 |
8. | Any other flowering annual not listed - named if possible - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
9. | Any other flowering perennial not listed - named if possible - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
10. | Brown Eyed Susan - 5 blooms Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
11. | Dahlias - 3 blooms - 10cm (4”) in diameter and under Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
12. | Dahlia - 1 bloom on the stem - over 10cm (4”) in diameter Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
13. | Zinnias - 5 blooms Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
14. | Rose - single bloom on stem Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
15. | A Collection of cut flowers of at least 5 varieties in a vase Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 Judging will be mainly on the quality and condition of blooms |
16. | Cosmos - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
17. | Chrysanthemums - 3 sprays Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
18. | Asters - 5 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
19. | Petunias - 3 sprays single variety Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
20. | Marigolds under 7.6 cm (3”) in diameter - 5 blooms Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
21. | Marigolds over 7.6 cm (3”) in diameter - 3 blooms Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
22. | A single bloom of any kind, floating in a bowl Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 No larger than 25.4cm (10") Tips: There should be 1” of area around the bloom 2.5 cm (1") and bloom should not have a side bud. |
23. | Salvia - red - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
24. | Salvia - blue - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
25. | Calendulas - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2 |
PLANTS:
Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3
26. | One African Violet - single crown only |
27. | Any other houseplant flowering grown mainly for its flowers Named if Possible - container not to exceed 25 cm (10”) |
28. | Any other houseplant grown for its foliage Named if possible – container not to exceed 25 cm (10”) |
29. | Patio Planter - Exhibitors Choice - Not to exceed 38 cm (15”) |
30. | Patio Planter - Featuring Geraniums container not to exceed 38 cm (15”) |
31. | Hanging Planter - Non Flowering - Container not to exceed 46 cm (18") |
32. | Hanging Planter - Flowering - Container not to exceed 46cm (18") |
DESIGNS:
33. | "Shorty" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A mini dried arrangement - maximum 13cm (5”) in any direction Tip: It’s recommended that the height of the container not exceed 3.5 cm (1 ½”). Proportion of plant material to container is important, e.g. use small plant material |
34. | "Sunny Days" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A small design featuring marigolds A small design is from 14 cm to 25 cm (5 ½”x10”) which must not to exceed 26 cm (10”) in any direction |
35. | “Autumn Harvest” Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design using flowers, fruits and/or vegetables, please do not use cut fruits or cut vegetables |
36. | "Wild Thing" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design using wayside materials which may include wild flowers |
37. | For MEN Only: "Canning for Men" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 a collection of plant material in a mason jar. Judging will be mainly on the quality and condition of blooms |
38. | "Kitchen Caper" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design that incorporates kitchen utensils as accessories. |
39. | "Green Mania” Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design using mostly shades of green foliage, may be accented with green flowers. |
40. | "Farm to Fair" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design using a vegetable for the container, e.g. squash, zucchini, pumpkin |
41. | "Zinnia Delight" Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design using zinnias, zinnias must be dominant, other plant material allowed |
42. | "Echo” - A Satellite design Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3 A design with a main unit and a smaller unit of the same colour, form and/or texture that do not touch but have a connective line between the units that become a vital part of the rhythmic pattern of the design |
43. | "Homegrown and Handmade" - A design using plant material from your own garden. |
CLASS 8 SPECIALS - Sponsored by the Thorndale & Area Horticultural Society:
44. | Novice Special - Tags must be marked NOVICE to qualify Prize: $25 Any exhibitor who has not previously won a red ribbon (1st place) in the Thorndale Fall Fair Class 8 – Plants and Flowers. The novice prize will be awarded to the Novice with the most points in Class 8. Prize: $25. |
45. | "Dr. Green Special" - Best Dahlia in Show Prize: $15 Winner Chosen from Sections #11 and #12 only |
46. | Plants Best in Show Prize Prize: $10 Chosen from Sections #26-32 only |
47. | Cut Flowers Best in Show Prize Prize: $10 Chosen from Sections #1-25 only |
48. | Designs Best in Show Prize Prize: $10 Chosen from Sections #33-43 only |
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS' or FAMILY FLOWER DISPLAY
Rules & Regulations:
- No entry fee required.
- Open to any family or non -profit organizations. Name of exhibitor must be included in the display.
- This display is to be a collection of flowers tastefully displayed on a 4" x 30" space. All flowers must be labeled with the name of the flower.
- There must be a minimum of 12 different varieties.
- This display will not be judged and is for educational purposes only.
- Each exhibitor must register at the fair office when the display is placed. Displays may be brought in on either the Thursday before the fair from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm or on Friday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
- Each family or organization will receive $15 for the display.