February 15, 2024
Program: "The Effect of Light on Background"
Linda Taylor, Flower Show Judge and Ikebana Ohara Master, presented a fascinating program on the effect various light sources have on the color of flowers, room interiors and even human skin tones.
Horticulture & Design Exhibits
Division I - Horticulture
Section A. Arboreal Branch
(not to exceed 30")
Class 1. Pinus (Pine)
Class 2. Tsuga (Hemlock)
Class 3. Picea (Spruce)
Class 4. Other
Section B. Forced Branch
Class 5. Forsythia
Class 6. Jasmine
Class 7. Spirea thunbergii
Class 8. Other
Section C. Container Grown Plants - Grower's Choice
Class 9. Home Grown
Class 10. Greenhouse Grown
Section D. Bulbs
Class 11. Crocus
Class 12. Chionodoxa (Glory of the Snow)
Class 13. Muscari (Grape Hyacinth)
Class 14. Other
*Tip: Spray ASAP with horticulture oil to kill insects and eggs that have wintered over on shrubs, flowers and fruiting plants.
Add grass seed where needed. It will sprout once the weather is warm.
Division II - Design
"Petite Design" - Maximum size 8"x 8" x 8". Backdrop encouraged. Design type and plant material to be listed on a 3x5 card. Remember Principles of Design. Use National Garden Club Flower Show Handbook, page 73. Exhibitors can do a petite version of any design type in the handbook with the exception of Functional Tables, Floor Designs and Vignettes.