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section B - Flowers

Section Member: Patricia Tyler

Entries are best submitted in a single vase or container. Flowers should be fresh and fully open, but not overly mature. Multiples should appear uniform. De-bud if only one blossom is required. Pay close attention to stem health and undersides of foliage. Remove ragged leaves or bug-nibbled petals. No potted flowers unless clearly specified. Please have completed entry tags with you when submitting entries.

  1. Asters, any type, 3 stems of flowers
  2. Chrysanthemums, any small variety, minimum 5 blooms
  3. Cosmos, all single colour, minimum 10 blooms
  4. Cosmos, mixed blend of colour, minimum 10 blooms
  5. Dahlia, decorative, medium-large, 6″ to 8″, one bloom
  6. Dahlias, decorative, small-medium, 4″ to 6″, 3 blooms
  7. Dahlias, pom-pom up to 2″ diameter, 5 blooms
  8. Dahlia, cactus type, over 8″, one bloom
  9. Dahlia, cactus type, under 8″, one bloom
  10. Dahlia, ball type, over 3-1/2″ diameter, one bloom
  11. Dahlias, any type, any size, any colour, up to 3 blooms
    Note: all Dahlia entries need to have the top two leaves
  12. Echinacea, any coneflower type, any colour, 5 blooms
  13. Gladioli, medium-large, 3-1/2″- 4-1/2″ diameter, 1 spike
  14. Gladioli, small-medium, 2-1/2″ to 3-1/2″ diam., 1 spike
  15. Hydrangea, any type, any colour, 1 stem with 2 leaves
  16. Marigolds, any type, over 2-1/2″ diameter, 3 blooms
  17. Marigolds, any type, under 2-1/2″ diameter, 3 blooms
  18. Petunias, single with own foliage, minimum of 5 blooms
  19. Petunias, double with own foliage, minimum of 5 blooms
  20. Phlox, late blooming variety, any colour, 3 blooms
  21. Rose, hybrid tea, any colour, one named stem,
  22. Rose, any type, any colour, one perfect un-named stem,
  23. Rose, floribunda, any colour, one spray, min. 3 blooms
  24. Rose, miniature, any colour, one spray, min. 3 blooms
  25. Roses, 3 different types, any colour, one stem each
  26. Rose, bud, any colour, one perfect bud. Sepals down, petals just beginning to unfurl, must show colour
  27. Rudbeckia, any type, any colour, 5 blooms
  28. Snapdragons, any colour or blend, 5 long spikes

29. Sunflowers, over 6″ diameter, 3 blooms
30. Sunflowers, under 6″ diameter, 3 blooms
31. Zinnias, over 3″ diameter, 3 blooms
32. Zinnias, under 3″ diameter, 3 blooms
33. Any other ‘must show’, specify name, 1-3 blooms

Collections, Bouquets, Bowls & Baskets
34. Collection of Perennial/Bi-annuals, min. 5 varieties. (Trophy Awarded)
35. Collection of Annuals, min. 3 varieties (in vase)
36. Collection of Herbs, min. 3 varieties (in vase)
37. Collection of Grasses, min 3 varieties (in vase)
38. Bouquet of Heirloom flowers, min. 5 varieties
39. Bowl of Roses, own foliage only, min. 6 stems,
40. Basket – Floral hanging, home grown, max. 16″
41. Basket – Foliage hanging, home grown, max. 16″ 
      Note: basket to be displayed on stands, not hung

Potted Plant Entries
42. African Violet, any colour, in bloom
43. Succulent or Cacti, single or grouping
44. Seasonal Patio container with this years theme in mind – Hands that Harvest, Hearts that Craft
45. Houseplant-Tropical, specify name, max. 12″
46. Fairy Garden Dish, max. 12″ wide 3″ deep, accessories okay

Juniors (ages 6 through 12)
47. Bouquet of Mixed Flowers, grown by Jr. (in vase)
48. Potted Patio Plant(s), grown by Junior,
49. Fairy Garden Dish, max. 12″ wide 3″ deep, accessories okay
      Note: Inverted Frisbees make excellent planting dishes
50. Any other ‘must show’, specify name, 1-3 blooms

*Heirloom Flowers can include poppies, hollyhocks, sweet pea, bee balm, scented stock, snapdragons, cosmos, roses, dahlias, etc,

Tips for Success
Soak garden ground really well the day before. Collect entries at the coolest time of day, either early morning or after sunset. Cut stems on a long clean angle with a sharp knife. Immerse stems immediately, having removed all leaves below the water line. Store entries in a cool location away from heat sources or direct sunlight.