FLORAL ARTS DEPARTMENT - San Mateo County Fair

FLORAL ARTS DEPARTMENT
NANCY MCDOUGAL
GRACE HARDY
Department Supervisor
Assistant Supervisor
650-341-8130
[email protected]
2016 ENTRY & REFRESHING SCHEDULE
Entry Form Deadline: Tuesday May 10—midnight online or postmarked by May 10
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
JU NE
5
12
6
7
13
14
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
2
3
4
8 3:30- 7:30 PM
9 3:30- 7:30 PM
10 7:00-10::00 AM
11 7:00-9:00 AM
Entries Received:
Classroom/Youth Groups
Special Displays and
Educational Exhibits
Entries Received:
Horticulture & Barrels
Entry Maintenance
Entries Received:
1st Period Judging
Design & Crafts
Entry Maintenance
Entries Received:
1st Period Judging
Cut Flowers / Roses
Entry Maintenance
15 7:00-9:00 AM
16
17
18 9:00-10:00 AM
Entries Received: ,
2nd Period Judging
Cut Flowers & Roses
Design & Div 416
Entry Maintenance
19
20 2:00-7:00 PM
Saturday
1
Entry Maintenance
21
22
23
28
29
30
24
25
Entry Release
26
27
DEPARTMENT CODE: FL
This Department includes:
Container Plants
Garden Flowers
Floral Arrangements
Combination Plantings
Do-Ahead Garden Crafts
Garden Design Plans - native plants, drought-tolerant, or your own interest
Crafted Objects for the Garden
Youth Projects for School Groups & Individual Youth
See Agriculture Department for additional creative growing and decorative crafts categories.
YOUTH Individual & Group entry categories at end of these department listings (Div 475 & 490-497)
SCHOOL CONTAINER GARDEN ENTRIES on last page of this Department & also in Agriculture Department (Div 196-197)
Additional SCHOOL GARDEN ENTRIES listed in Garden Landscape Department (Div 535-545)
Entry Fees: $2.00 per Entry
$5.00 fee per exhibitor for up to 100 Cut Flower & Rose entries
NO entry fee in Individual Youth Exhibits (Divisions 490-493)
Remember: Earliest entry by mail, fax, in person, or online reserves your choice in limited classes.
Confirmation of entry is only available with online process.
NOTES FOR EXHIBITORS:
Deliver entries for this department to Redwood Hall using the designated door. Convenient access is available through
Gate 9. Alternate delivery & pickup time is available ONLY with prior approval from the Department Supervisor.
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INFORMATION & RULES:
1. All state and local rules apply. Entries must have been designed, crafted/grown by the exhibitor within the current fair
year (since June 2015).
2. Competition is open to amateur gardeners, arrangers and clubs. An amateur is someone who grows and shows for
pleasure, rather than as a profession. Floristry students and professionals are encouraged to enter ‘Contemporary
European’ designs in each judging period.
3. Exhibitors will place their own entries for exhibit and judging. All exhibits must be in place and exhibitors must leave
the floor by 9:00 a.m. on any judging day (10:00 am on June 10). Latecomers may only show as complimentary.
4. Exhibitors are responsible for maintaining their exhibits in a fresh condition while on view. Those unsuitable for
display will be changed or removed and award withheld. Exhibitors must ‘condition’ cut plant material to ensure
maximum longevity. See cut flower section rules for conditioning suggestions. Freshening/maintenance may be done
on entry mornings (see schedule calendar) and by prior arrangements with Supervisor.
5. No artificial or treated fresh plant material is permitted in exhibits except as specified. Mandatory 12 point deduction
will be made for use of deceptive artificial plant material in exhibits.
6. The American Judging System will be used in all classes except individual Youth divisions which score individually for
merit (Danish System). Awards will be given only for exhibits showing quality growth & show–worthy presentation.
7. Sweepstakes: See State Rules. In the event of a tie, sweepstakes ribbon shall go to the exhibitor scoring highest in
blue ribbons, etc. Winners must have an individual minimum of 20 points.
8. Exhibits, except cut specimens, will be released at the start of the next judging period when similar classes are offered
or at the end of the Fair, depending on Division. Ribbons & cards for cut flowers may also be picked up at that time.
SPECIAL AWARDS
BEST IN SHOW
Award Offered in each: Rosette
Artistic Design first judging (Divisions 430 & 432)
Artistic Design second judging (Divisions 435 & 436)
Miniatures first judging (Division 434)
Miniatures second judging (Division 437)
BEST OF DIVISIONS
Award Offered in each: Rosette
Foliage and Potted Plants Division 410
Cacti
Division 411
Succulents and Bromeliads Division 412
Cut Flowers first judging Division 420
Cut Flowers second judging Division 422
Cut Roses first judging Division 421
Cut Roses second judging Division 423
FRESHNESS AWARD
Award Offered in each of Divisions 420,421,422 & 423: Ribbon
Given for cut flower/rose entry remaining freshest-looking on last day of entry period.
SWEEPSTAKES
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
Rosette
2nd Place
Rosette
3rd Place
Rosette
Miniature Arrangements Divisions 434 & 437
Cut Flowers Divisions 420 & 422
Cut Roses Divisions 421 & 423
SPONSORED SWEEPSTAKES
These awards are given in honor of James A. Goldsmith, Jr. & Betty Odom, past members of the Board and long-time
supporters of this Department by the Board of Directors of San Mateo County Fair.
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$100 & Rosette
2nd Place
Rosette
3rd Place
Rosette
James A. Goldsmith, Jr. – Horticulture/Flowering Plants Divisions 410-416
Betty Odom – Floral Design Divisions 430-433, & 435 & 436
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HORTICULTURE
COORDINATOR: DON PENDLETON
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISIONS 410-413
1st Place
$10
2nd Place $7
3rd Place
$5
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 414
1st Place
$20
2nd Place $15
3rd Place
$10
INFORMATION & RULES: (see also Department rules)
1. Plants must have been grown by exhibitor for at least 90 days preceding the opening of the Fair.
2. Plants and containers must be clean and free of insects and disease. Cleanliness is a judged quality.
3. Exhibitor must obtain and attach exhibit card to entry upon arrival and is responsible for listing common or variety
name of plant on exhibit card, botanical name if possible.
4. Exhibitor must have his/her name and phone number on the bottom of container or a durable label with exhibitor
information eased into the soil at the pot rim and (except in cactus and succulent classes) must furnish an acceptable
saucer for safe watering. Exhibits without saucers may not be placed or judged.
5. Pot size is determined by inside measurements. Pot Size Maximum is 14" unless otherwise stated. Oversize
containers may be disqualified for judging, but left as a complimentary exhibit. Entries which are deemed too heavy or
fragile to be moved may not be accepted.
6. Multiple entries may be made in each class, providing each is a different cultivar, type or color. One specimen per
container, (natural clumps okay) except as specified (e.g dishgardens). The same plant may not be entered in both
Div. 415 & 416.
7. Flowering plants must be in bloom. Dish gardens must have been planted by and grown by the exhibitor for at least
90 days preceding the opening day of the Fair.
8. Incidental bloom on plants grown primarily for foliage is permitted.
9. Accessories in single plant classes are discouraged, as they can distract from the beauty of the plant; however, they
may be used in dish gardens, terrariums and landscapes, where they enhance the scene.
10. All Horticulture Entries to Remain Throughout the Fair, except Division 415.
DIVISION 410 - FOLIAGE POTTED PLANTS
CLASS:
1. Aglonema (Chinese Evergreen)
2. Aralia
3. Asparagus Fern - 12-inch pot limit.
4. Begonia, except tuberous
5. Chlorophytum (Spider or Airplane Plant)
6. Coleus
7. Colocasia or Caladium
8. Dracaena (Dragon Tree)
9. Fern - Rhizomatous
10. Fern - Any other variety.
11. Ficus – Not to exceed 24” in height.
12. Ivy (Hedera)
13. Palm – Not to exceed 24” in height.
14. Pelargonium (Geranium) - Fancy leaf or Scented, any variety
15. Philodendron or Pothos or Peperomia - Any variety
16. Tradescantia - Any ‘wandering jew’ variety
17. Colorful or Patterned Foliage not listed above.
18. Foliage Plant - Any variety not listed above.
19. Foliage Plant in a Novelty Container
20. Dish Garden - 5 or more foliage plants, 18 inch pot limit.
21. Terrarium or Aerium or Aquarium – with a variety of labeled, growing plants
22. Miniature Landscape - A realistic, well-proportioned, small scale garden made of rooted, growing plants in a shallow
container 18" or less across. Accessories such as rock, paths and fencing may be added to complete the illusion of an
actual garden in miniature.
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DIVISION 411 - CACTI
CLASS:
1. Astrophytum
2. Cereus types - minimum height 6 inches
3. Echinocactus - globe shaped barrels
4. Echinocereus
5. Echinopis or Lobivia – (Hedgehog or Sea Urchin Cactus)
6. Ferocactus
7. Gymnocalycium
8. Mammillaria - single heads only
9. Mammillaria - clumps only
10. Melocactus (Turk's Cap)
11. Neochilenia or Neoporteria
12. Notocactus
13. Opuntia
14. Parodia
15. Rhipsalis or Ephiphyllum (Mistletoe Cactus or Orchid Cactus)
16. Rebutia or Sulcorebutia
17. Zygocactus or Schlumbergera (Christmas or Easter Cactus)
18. Crested or Monstrose
19. Any Variety Not Listed Above
20. Cactus in a Novelty Container
21. Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties of cacti - Container not to exceed 18 inches.
DIVISION 412 - SUCCULENTS & BROMELIADS
CLASS:
1. Aeonium – not to exceed 24" from top of pot
2. Agave or Yucca
3. Aloe
4. Anacampseros or Portularcaria
5. Beaucarnea (Nolina) – (Ponytail or Elephant-foot Tree)
6. Bromeliad – Tillandsia
7. Bromeliad – Any other
8. Caudiciform – Any variety
9. Cotyledon or Adromischus
10. Crassula - (Jade plants only)
11. Crassula – Any other variety
12. Crested or Monstrose
13. Dudleya or Senecio
14. Echeveria
15. Euphorbia – Not to exceed 24” in height
16. Gasteria
17. Haworthia
18. Kalanchoe
19. Pachyphytum
20. Sansevieria (Snakeplant/Mother-in-law’s Tongue)
21. Sedum
22. Sempervivum
23. Any Variety not listed above – Container not to exceed 18”
24. Succulent in a Novelty Container
25. Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties of succulents
26. Combination Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties. With both succulents and cactus, Container not to exceed 18"
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DIVISION 413 - GESNERIADS (INCLUDING SAINTPAULIA)
CLASS:
1. African Violet – Single crown
2. African Violet – Miniature or Semi-miniature
3. African Violet – Trailer
4. Other Gesneriad – e.g. Streptocarpus, Columnea, Sinningia
DIVISION 414 – COLLECTIONS
Each entry must include 3 different varieties, labeled, in 3 containers, no container to exceed 10"
CLASS:
1. Cactus Collection
2. Succulent Collection
4. Gesneriad Collection – including African Violets
5. Collection of any other type or Genus such as Orchid, Roses, Coleus, Bromeliads, etc.
FLOWERING PLANTS
Potted Plants Scorecard Unspecialized Guidelines
Must be in bloom!
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISONS 415-416
1st Place $10
2nd Place $7
3rd Place
$5
Health & Maturity
Growth Pattern- Including Form
Color & Substance
Condition & Grooming
Distinction – Rarity & Superiority
Correctly Named
Total
20
20
20
25
10
5
100
First Judging Period
DIVISION 415 - FLOWERING POTTED PLANTS
CLASS:
1. Begonia – Any variety except tuberous
2. Orchid
3. Pelargonium domesticum, (Martha Washington geranium)
4. Pelargonium peltatum, (Ivy-leaf geranium)
5. Viola or pansy – single plant or grouping
6. Plant grown from a bulb or tuber
7. Flowering Plant – Any variety not listed above
8. Cascading Flowering Plants, except begonia or fuchsia. All the same variety
9. Flowering Mixed Planting – Four or more varieties of plants in shallow container of 20" diameter or less.
Tuesday Judging Period
DIVISION 416 – FLOWERING POTTED PLANTS
CLASS:
1. Begonia – Tuberous, any variety
2. Geranium species (not Pelargonium)
3. Orchid
4. Pelargonium - any variety
5. Rose – Any variety
6. Flowering Vine or Espalier
7. Any other flowering Plant – a variety not listed above
8. Cascading Flowering Plants – Three or more varieties, mixed colors
9. Flowering Mixed Planting – Four or more varieties of plants in shallow container of 20” diameter or less.
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CUT FLOWERS AND CUT ROSES
COORDINATOR: MARIE SAMORA
ASSISTANT COORDINATOR: SHARYN SAMORA
CUT FLOWERS & CUT ROSES
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$5
2nd Place $4
3rd Place
$3
COLLECTIONS & BOUQUETS
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$10
2nd Place
$7
3rd Place
$5
Enter each Division/Class desired AND once in Division 400 to record fee.
$5 Entry Fee per exhibitor covers fees for up to 100 entries in Divisions 420-423.
RULES: (see also Department Rules)
1. Cut flowers must have been grown by exhibitor.
2. Entries should be clean and free of disease, insects, and spray residue. Cleanliness is a judged quality.
3. Stem length should be in proportion to size of flower. If flower type grows on stem with leaves, include at least one set
of leaves. Measurement of stem, where specified, is from cut end to tip.
4. Exhibitor should list common or variety name on exhibit card and botanical name, if known.
5. American Rose Society standards will be used as guidelines in judging roses. Exhibitor must list variety, if known.
6. Each specimen may be judged only once. The Supervisor reserves the right to reclassify or move entries. The Fair is
not responsible for cut specimens after the judging. Wilted flowers will be discarded. “Conditioning” flowers as follows
will assure maximum longevity:

Gather flowers after 4 pm or very early in the morning.
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Cut most kinds of flowers before they reach full bloom.
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Split or crush cut ends of woody branches.
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Re-cut stem underwater and stand entire stem up to the bloom in warm water overnight in a cool place, to
rehydrate after picking.
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Groom entry and remove only leaves that will be underwater when placed in exhibit vase.
7. Containers will be provided by the Fair. However, if specimen is unusually large or heavy, exhibitor should provide
plain, sturdy container with name label on bottom.
8. Multiple entries may be made in each class, except 28, providing each is a different cultivar, type, or color.
Only one entry per exhibitor in 'Bloom of the Day' classes.
9. One stem per entry, unless otherwise noted.
DON’T FORGET: Enter each Division/Class desired PLUS once in this division to record fee.
DIVISION 400 - CUT FLOWERS ENTRY FEE
CLASS:
1. ALL EXHIBITORS ENTERING CUT FLOWERS MUST ENTER THIS DIVISION. This one $5 fee is good for up to 100 cut
flower entries. (Divisions 420-423) In order for your cut flower entries in Divisions 420-423 to be accepted, you must
enter this division to apply the special processing fee in addition to entering each Division & Class desired.
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First Judging Period
DIVISION 420 - CUT FLOWERS
(No Roses)
CLASS:
1. Agapanthus - any color or variety
2. Alstroemeria – 2 stems
3. Bougainvillea
4. Chrysanthemum frutescens (Marguerite) or C. maximum (Shasta Daisy) any variety, specify – 2 stems
5. Cosmos - 2 stems
6. Dahlia
7. Flowering Shrub, any variety not listed (specify), not over 24" from base of stem to tip of branch - 1 branch
8. Flowering Vine up to 18" - 1 branch
9. Fuchsia – at least 6” stem
10. Gerbera (Transvaal Daisy)
11. Gladiolus - 1 spike
12. Hydrangea
13. Iris
14. Lilium (Lily), any variety
15. Marigold
16. Orchid, any variety
17. Pelargonium domesticum (Martha Washington or any other type), in bloom with foliage
18. Pelargonium hortorum (common geranium), in bloom with foliage
19. Peony
20. Poppy
21. Salvia
22. Sunflower
23. Zinnia
24. Any Annual not listed, same variety any color - 2 stems
25. Any Corm, Rhizome or Bulb not listed, (specify)
26. Any Biennial or Perennial not listed, (specify)
27. Mixed Bouquet - 3 to 7 stems
28. Bloom of the Day - Bring in the ONE most beautiful bloom in your garden.
29. Foliage Collection - 5 different foliage specimens, each displayed in separate containers. No flowers.
DIVISION 421 – CUT ROSES
CLASS:
1. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, white, near white
2. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, yellow, yellow blend
3. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend
4. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, red, red blend
5. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, orange pink, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet
6. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, Bouquet, same color or assorted - 5 stems.
7. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, white, near white, yellow, yellow blend
8. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend
9. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, red, red blend
10. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet
11. Single (5 to 11 petals)
12. Shrub rose
13. Miniature - Individual bloom
14. Miniature - Individual blooms, same color or assorted - 3 stems
15. Miniature - Spray
16. Any not listed above, outdoor grown
17. Most fragrant rose
18. Rose Bouquet – 5 or more stems, same or assorted varieties
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Second Judging Period
DIVISION 422 - CUT FLOWERS
(No Roses)
CLASS:
1. Agapanthus - any color or variety
2. Alstroemeria any color – 2 stems
3 Bougainvillea
4. Chrysanthemum frutescens (Marguerite) or C.maximum (Shasta Daisy) any variety, specify - 2 stems
5. Cosmos - any color - 2 stems
6. Dahlia
7. Flowering Shrub, any variety not listed (specify), not over 24" from base of stem to tip of - 1 branch
8. Flowering Vine up to 18" - 1 branch
9. Fuchsia – at least 6” stem
10. Gerbera (Transvaal Daisy)
11. Gladiolus - 1 spike
12. Grass – ornamental bloom or seedhead (except pampas grass) - 2 stems
13. Hydrangea
14. Lilium (Lily)
15. Marigold
16. Orchid, any variety
17. Pelargonium domesticum (Martha Washington or any other type), in bloom with foliage
18. Pelargonium hortorum (common geranium), in bloom with foliage
19. Peony
20. Poppy
21. Salvia
22. Sunflower
23. Zinnia
24. Any Annual not listed, same variety any color - 2 stems
25. Any Corm, Rhizome or Bulb not listed, (specify)
26. Any Biennial or Perennial not listed, (specify)
27. Mixed Bouquet - 3 to 7 stems
28. Bloom of the Day - Bring in the ONE most beautiful bloom in your garden.
29. Foliage Collection - 5 different foliage specimens, each displayed in separate containers. No flowers.
DIVISION 423 – CUT ROSES
CLASS:
1. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, white, near white
2. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, yellow, yellow blend
3. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend
4. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, red, red blend
5. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, orange pink, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet
6. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, Bouquet, same color or assorted - 5 stems.
7. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, white, near white, yellow, yellow blend
8. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend
9. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, red, red blend
10. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet
11. Single (5 to 11 petals)
12. Shrub rose
13. Miniature - Individual bloom
14. Miniature - Individual blooms, same color or assorted - 3 stems
15. Miniature – Spray
16. Any not listed above, outdoor grown
17. Most fragrant rose
18. Rose Bouquet – 5 or more stems, same or assorted varieties
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Cut Flower Scorecard
General Guidelines Only
Each kind of plant or cut specimen exhibits
characteristics of bloom and growth pattern affecting
how each of the elements are interpreted.
The
following are general listings to use as a guide.
Cultural Perfection
Color & Substance
Form, Size & Number of Blooms
Condition & Grooming
Distinction (Superiority & Difficulty)
Correctly Named
Total
20
20
20
25
10
5
100
Cut Rose Scorecard
General Guidelines Only
Form
Color
Stem & Foliage
Size, Balance & Proportion
Substance
Correctly Named
Total
20
20
20
20
15
5
100
ARTISTIC DESIGN
THEME:
V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N
COORDINATOR: CHARLOTTE MASSON - 415-337-0694 or [email protected]
IMPORTANT:
Please notify the Coordinator by the day before judging if you are canceling an entry, so your reserved display space
can be reassigned.
Plan to arrive in plenty of time to complete your arrangements within the allotted time. Exhibitors must leave the
building by 9 a.m. (10:00 a.m. on June 10).
RULES: (see also Department rules)
1. All entries must be the work of the exhibitor.
2. All entries must contain some fresh plant material, unless otherwise specified. Fresh plant material includes cut
flowers, foliage, branches, fruits, vegetables, and succulents. No growing plants are to be used except in pot-et-fleurs.
Fresh plant material must not be sprayed, dyed, painted, etc. Dried materials may be treated (i.e., sprayed, waxed,
painted, dyed, etc.). No fresh plant material is to be used in Dried/Preserved classes. Fruits and vegetables must not
be cut open (except in animal structures). Imitation or artificial plant material (including silk flowers) will not be
permitted, unless otherwise specified.
3. All fresh plant material MUST be kept in good condition or premium may be withheld. Refreshing can be done during
any of the times when other exhibits are being received. If you are not able to come in to refresh, you must leave extra
material, labeled for refreshing by staff.
4. Exhibitor should display a card listing plant materials used (for public information).
5. Accessories are permitted in all classes, unless otherwise specified. Please do not use valuable items in display.
6. All containers, bases, and accessories should be marked on the bottom with name and phone number of exhibitor.
7. Supervisor reserves the right to move arrangements, if necessary.
8. Amateur exhibitors of all experience levels are encouraged to enter any unspecified class. However, one class in each
judging period is reserved for competition in each of three experience levels. Exhibitors in Classes 1-3 should choose
the category designated by the number of blue ribbons he/she has won in any standard show in the Design classes.
Supervisor may request exhibitor to move up if there is a question of number of ribbons won. Both amateurs and
professionals are encouraged to show their creativity in ‘Contemporary European’ designs in each judging period.
NOVICE: One who has won not more than 15 blue ribbons
INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED: One who has won 16-40
MASTER: One who has won 50 or more blue ribbons
9. Approximate space allowed for Masters is 40", to be filled proportionately, other classes 32". Pedestal tops are 15"
square. Plain background is provided where possible to a maximum height of 30". Exhibitor may furnish individual
standing background, underlay and/or open frame, if desired.
10. Size stated for Miniature arrangements represents maximum in any direction - height, width and depth of entire entry,
including base, if used.
11. Exhibition table exhibits will be staged as individual designs on a shared table and are non-functional (not for food
service). They are shown for design effect only, but MUST contain linens, dishes & a fresh decorative unit.
12. Descriptions of design types given in quotation marks are fully paraphrased from the Handbook for Flower Shows,
REV. 2007. Complete descriptions of styles are available from the Supervisor.
13. Titles are meant to suggest or inspire and should not be taken literally.
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AWARDS OFFERED
NOVICE/BEGINNER
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$8
2nd Place
$7
3rd Place
$6
OPEN TO ALL & POT-et-FLEURS
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$20
2nd Place
$15
3rd Place
$10
INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$15
2nd Place
$12
3rd Place
$10
SPECIAL EXHIBITS,
DRIED ARRANGEMENTS
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$12
2nd Place
$10
3rd Place
$8
MASTERS
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$30
2nd Place
$25
3rd Place
$20
MINIATURES
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$9
2nd Place
$8
3rd Place
$6
First Judging Period
DIVISION 430 - ARTISTIC DESIGN
CLASS:
NOVICE/BEGINNER:
1. SUNNY DAYS - Designer's choice
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED:
2. CAMPFIRE COLORS - Designer's choice
MASTERS:
3. SAILING ALONG - Designer's choice
OPEN TO ALL:
4. STARRY NIGHTS – Designer’s choice
5. S’MORES – Designer’s choice
6. FLY FISHING – Designer’s choice
7. CASTLES ALONG THE RHINE – A contemporary European Design using concepts and techniques utilized in
commercial floristry
8. BARBEQUE – An Exhibition-Style Table using Designer’s choice of materials, staged on a shared table
DIVISION 431 – DESIGNS USING DRIED/PRESERVED MATERIALS
. . . an opportunity to create design entries well in advance
‘Flower forms’ contrived using natural plant material may be used. Dried materials may be painted or dyed.
To Remain Throughout Fair.
CLASS:
1. SURF’S UP – Designer's choice
2. ROAD TRIP – A ‘Plaque Design’ consisting of plant material and other component parts attached to a background
panel. Design may be traditional or abstract, in two or three dimensions. Exhibit must be self-supporting or be
supplied with an easel for display on a table.
3. WATCHING THE SUNSET - A display of 1-5 gift boxes creatively wrapped/decorated using mostly natural plant
materials
For Other Everlasting Design s– see Miniature Division 434 and Garden Craft Division 472.
DIVISION 432 - SPECIAL EXHIBITS
CLASS:
1. SUMMER BREEZES – An exhibitor-decorated hat on a stand.
2. LEMONADE - A hanging wall decoration. Create an attractive bouquet to spill from a wall-mounted container
supplied by Fair. Unit supplied consists of a 11" x 15" buff colored pressed metal plaque on which is hung an 6 or 8"
clear glass tube. Maximum of 6.
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DIVISION 433 - POT-ET-FLEURS
To Remain Throughout Fair & refreshed, as necessary
CLASS:
1. WOODLAND WALK – A creative design using two or more rooted, growing plants and cut plant material. Unlike a dish
garden, the plants are not organized as a garden, but as part of the total floral design which must include flowers.
DIVISION 434 - MINIATURES
CLASS:
1. COTTON CANDY – Not to exceed 3"
2. ROCK CLIMBING – Over 3" but not more than 5"
3. TROPICAL GETAWAY – Over 5" but not more than 8"
4. PLAY BALL – Hanging from supplied 10" x 4" stand
5. BEACH PICNIC – Exhibition table, under 8"
6. GRADUATION – Functional table 6" square, 8" round or smaller
7. BLOCK PARTY – An exhibitor designed door or window element, decorated using dried materials. Self-standing and no
more than 10" maximum. To remain throughout the Fair.
Second Judging Period
DIVISION 435 - ARTISTIC DESIGN
CLASS:
NOVICE/BEGINNER:
1. OUR GOLDEN HILLS – Designer's choice
INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED:
2. THE ISLAND LIFE – Designer's choice
MASTERS:
3. SEEING PARIS – Designer’s choice
OPEN TO ALL:
4. I LOVE MY ROSES – Designer’s choice
5. CYCLING ALONG – A design suggesting motion
6. NAPPING IN MY HAMMOCK – A design using foliage (no flowers)
7. GREAT WALL OF CHINA – A contemporary European Design using concepts and techniques utilized in commercial
floristry
8. OCEANSIDE CLAMBAKE - An Exhibition-Style Table using Designer’s choice of materials, staged on a shared table
DIVISION 436 - SPECIAL EXHIBITS
CLASS:
1. CHASING BUTTERFLIES – An arranged group of 3 or more coordinated units of containers and plant material
This ‘synergistic’ combination is considered as a single design with or without connecting elements.
2. A VISIT TO JAPAN – A hanging wall decoration. Create an attractive bouquet to spill from a wall-mounted container
supplied by Fair. Unit supplied consists of a 11" x 15" buff colored pressed metal plaque on which is hung an 6 or 8"
clear glass tube. Maximum of 6.
DIVISION 437 - MINIATURES
CLASS:
1. CARNIVAL – Not to exceed 3"
2. SAFARI – Over 3", but not more than 5"
3. FUN AT GRANDMA’S – Over 5", but not more than 8"
4. SCHOOL’S OUT – Hanging from supplied 10" x 4" stand
5. PYRAMIDS ON THE NILE – Exhibition table, not to exceed 8"
6. POOL PARTY – Functional table setting, 6" square, 8" round, or smaller
Floral Design Scorecard - Non Specific
Design
Conformation (includes plant identification)
Distinction
Artistic Concept
Expression (Interpretation of class title)
Total
100
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20
16
12
10
100
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AWARDS OFFERED CLASSES 1 & 2
AWARDS OFFERED CLASS 3
1st Place
$75
1st Place
$25
2nd Place
$70
2nd Place
$20
3rd Place
$60
3rd Place
$15
RULES: (see also Department rules)
1. Full tables in Classes 1 & 2 are considered Club Projects and initial entry is offered to societies, or groups. Individuals
may sign up, but are not assured of an entry slot until all entries have been processed. Individuals will be advised
after entry close if they should prepare their exhibit. Entries are limited to the number of awards offered in each class.
2. Fair will provide a floor length underskirt on full tables. Skirt will not be considered by the judges as part of design.
3. Functional Table exhibits (as if for actual service of food) must include tablecloth, dishes, napkins and a fresh
decorative unit. Accessories are permitted, but NO flatware or food. A small sign describing the occasion, menu and/or
specific design inspiration should also be displayed on the table. The number of place settings is the designer's
choice, unless specified. Class 3 may use small space proportionally or just one place setting with decorative unit
scaled for larger table, if desired.
4. Rules 1-7 in Artistic Design also apply.
5. Functional table sizes:
Round table: 48" diameter, 29" high
Rectangular table: 30" wide, 72" long and 29" high
Your Small table: approx. 25-35" across, 29" high
6. Courtesy cards (as for linens or dishes borrowed from a store) may be placed after the judging.
First Judging Period
DIVISION 450 - FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS
CLASS:
1. QUEEN’S GARDEN PARTY – 48" round table
2 FAMILY REUNION – Set on a 30" x 72" table.
3. STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE – Supply your own small table
Second Period
DIVISION 451 - FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS
CLASS:
1. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY – 48" round
2. PICNIC ON THE FOURTH – Set on a 30" x 72" table. Note: American flag should not be used in the decorative unit.
3. TEA IN THE GARDEN – Supply your own small table
SPECIAL DISPLAYS
AWARDS OFFERED
DIVISION 460: CLASS 1
1st Place $300
2nd Place $275
3rd Place $250
4th Place $225
5th Place $200
6th Place $175
DIVISION 460: CLASS 2
1st Place $250
2nd Place $225
3rd Place $200
4th Place $175
DIVISON
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
4th Place
5th Place
460: CLASS 3
$200
$175
$150
$125
$100
RULE: (see also Department rules)
1. Division 460 Educational displays, sky gardens, and balcony gardens are considered Club Projects. Entries
acceptance is limited to the number of awards offered per class and to be filled by organizations first, then individuals.
Entries judged together. Handout materials add to the educational value, but are not required. Mandatory 12 point
deduction will be made for use of deceptive artificial plant material, except exhibitor created representational art used
as an educational model. Please notify Department Supervisor by five days before judging if you are cancelling an
entry, so that your reserved space can be reassigned.
2. Individuals may sign up, but are not assured of an entry slot until all entries have been processed. Individuals will be
advised after entry close if they should prepare an exhibit.
3. Division 464 is open to both adult & youth individuals. Please state age on entry form, if under 18 years of age.
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DIVISION 460 – DECORATIVE & INFORMATIONAL DISPLAYS
EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY: Please specify interest area.
(Succulents, African Violets, Orchids, Birds etc.) Exhibit must show identified varieties or types, growing techniques,
conservation and/or related material of educational value and must receive at least 80 points to receive an award.
Approximately 45 to 60 sq. ft. of visual space should be used in display, staged against a wall or freestanding. State
preference. Eight-foot table provided and/or equivalent wall or open space reserved. First entries get preferred
placement. Supervisor should be contacted to coordinate placement requirements. Limit of 6.
BALCONY GARDEN: Decorate a 5’ x 8’ space to grow, enjoy and beautifully display coordinated containerized plantings.
Plant stands, seating, and accessories may be used. Plant material should be correctly identified. Balcony railing will
be provided. Limit of 4.
SKY GARDEN: An innovative vertical unit at least 5’ tall with plants held at several levels to maximize growing space in a
small footprint. Growing pockets, hangers, etc. may be used. Plant material should be correctly identified. At least 8
square feet of growing surface. Maximum 4’ x 4’ space on floor will be reserved for each display. Limit of 5.
CLASS:
1. Educational Display
2. Balcony Garden
3. Sky Garden
DIVISION 464 – INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITOR EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY
An educational display of several related plants, growing techniques, practices or area of horticultural interest. Both
general design of the exhibit and useful signage is important. Area 2 ½ - 3 feet square on table or floor (as requested) will
be reserved for each entry. Though a minimum standard must be met, this contest is open to both adults and youth.
Please state age on entry form, if exhibitor is under 18.
AWARDS OFFERED
1st Place
$75
2nd Place
$60
Special Exhibits Scorecard
3rd Place
$50
CLASS:
1. Individual Educational Display
Condition & Coordination
Conformance & Presentation
Craftsmanship
Creativity (Information presentation in Class #1)
Educational Information
TOTAL
30
20
20
20
10
100
GARDEN CRAFT
ALSO SEE: Crafts made specifically from agricultural materials are listed in the Agriculture Department pages.
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 470
1st Place
$30
2nd Place
$25
3rd Place
$20
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISIONS 471 - 472
1st Place
$10
2nd Place
$7
3rd Place
$5
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 473 – 475
1st Place
$20
2nd Place
$15
3rd Place
$10
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 480
1st Place
$50
2nd Place
$40
3rd Place
$35
4th Place
$30
5th Place
$25
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DIVISION 470 - DECORATIVE SMALL GARDENS
CLASS:
1. DESKTOP FANTASY or FAIRY GARDEN – A portable, containerized garden scene planted with small-scale, living
plants and decorated with fences, trellis, paving and/or structures making it appear to be a real garden in miniature.
Satisfy your desire for a Victorian arbor, putting green or jungle tree house, but on a small scale. Due to the delicate
nature of the plant material, there is no requirement that all of the plants have been growing in place for any length of
time, through the display should have a settled appearance. Have fun and indulge the landscape designer in you.
Maximum size for stability and portability is about 2’ x 2’ (similar to a seedling flat).
2. ENCLOSED FANTASY or FAIRY GARDEN – A portable, containerized garden scene with same requirements as Class 1
(above), but grown in a closed container like a terrarium.
3. TROUGH PLANTING – A naturalistic, outdoor planting of several compatible varieties in a substantial container to
withstand year-round outdoor conditions. Container may be, but is not restricted to, hypertufa. Maximum size 18”
4. LIVING GARDEN ART – Exhibitor created wreath, plaque, frame, globe or similar form attractively planted with a
variety of coordinated, rooted, growing plants.
Other elements may be added, but living materials should
predominate. Entry should be provided with a sturdy wire loop for hanging or display stand for non-hanging design.
5. INDOOR COMBINATION PLANTING– A single container creatively designed for maximum show with a variety of
compatible plants suitable for indoor display. Use differing leaf shapes, colors and flower forms to mimic the popular
large mixed planting outdoor containers. Suggested container size is 10-14” diameter inside measurement.
DIVISION 471 – CRAFTED FLORAL JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES
The exhibitor must have created each piece with natural plant material---seeds, nuts, plant fibers, flowers, etc. All design
elements must be plant material which may have been dried or preserved. Each entry should be mounted for display on a
suitable stand provided by the exhibitor.
CLASS:
1. Necklace
2. Earrings
3. Pin
4. Hair ornament
5. Other
DIVISION 472 – EVERLASTING CREATIONS
Exhibitor created decorative items made with natural dried or preserved plant material---seeds, nuts, plant fibers, flowers,
etc. Each entry should have a suitable stand for display. Please state size on entry.
CLASS:
1. Pressed flower picture
2. Seed mosaic or picture
3. Two-dimensional design/object using primarily natural materials
4. Three-dimensional design/object using primarily natural materials
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DIVISION 473 – DO-AHEAD GARDEN ART
CLASS:
1. DECORATIVE FEATURE – An exhibitor designed & constructed useful/decorative object suitable for garden
enhancement−e.g. birdbath, cairn, totem, statue. It should have been made in the preceding year with natural or
’garden suitable’ materials to compliment plantings. Minimum size is 24”. Judging will be based on design,
workmanship, functionality and originality.
2. FLOWERPOT FIGURE - Exhibitor constructed and decorated human or animal figure assembled from standard
flowerpots and decorated with paints & fresh or preserved natural plant materials—e.g. ‘ladies’ can be constructed of
stacked pots with the lowest one becoming the skirt or bears using small pots as legs & ears. Use your imagination.
3. NATURAL GARDEN FIGURE/DECORATION – A large form for the garden made by the exhibitor within the preceding
year and provided with means to stand or hang. All or a significant part should be of natural materials (e.g. dried
vine, branches, dried flowers, etc.). Living plant material may be included, but not required. Design, functionality &
workmanship will be considered in judging. Minimum size is 24”. Please describe your entry on the entry form so
that suitable display space can be provided.
4. ‘GARDEN FRIEND’ HOUSING – Build/decorate a bird, bat or butterfly house, native bee nesting block, wildlife feeder
or watering station. While attractiveness is important, judging will also be based on accurate sizing & materials for
the purpose intended. State on entry form the total size & whether freestanding or hanging.
DIVISION 474 – DO-AHEAD GARDEN DESCRIPTION
CLASS:
1. MY GARDEN PLAN – A display illustrating an exhibitor designed small garden, including drawings or photos of the
‘look’ of the garden and a sketch showing position of features, locations & names of plants with any sun/wind
orientation & site conditions that affect your choice of plantings. Elements should be mounted together (approx.
20”x30”) and arranged for hanging or self-standing. Judging will be based on the overall design and appropriate
choice/use of the plant material.
NOTE: This may be an actual garden or one only imagined and devised by the exhibitor.
2. ‘SURVIVOR’ PLANT – A description/story with picture(s) on poster/foamboard (approx. 20”x30”) about a plant in your
garden which has survived beyond your expectations during the drought & unusual weather conditions of the past
few years. Include the care it has been given & any special circumstances that may have contributed to its survival
(e.g. roots under paved surface where moisture doesn’t evaporate, etc.). Display must be prepared for hanging or selfstanding.
3. ‘HERITAGE’ PLANT – An illustrated story on poster/foamboard prepared for hanging or self-standing (approx.
20”x30”) about a plant which has been in your family or friendship circle for many years. Because of its size, age,
location or special growing requirements, the actual plant may not be able to be brought to the Fair; but it can be
showcased through photographs and relevant information in this display.
DIVISION 475 – IMAGINE AND CRAFT-IT
CREATE A FLOWER – Use any combination of materials to construct a fantasy flower/plant, either somewhat naturalistic
or wildly whimsical, to your own design. This is not a model of an actual plant, but a biologically possible, species that
you imagine & design. Include parts necessary for life—food producing structures (leaves or something else), reproductive
parts, etc. Make it beautiful or bizarre while using believable biology. Include a description on card (approx. 4”x6”) of
your creation describing where & how it ‘lives’. No size limitation; but, exhibit must be sturdy and self-supporting for
display in our ‘Fantasy Garden’. Judging will be based primarily on your biological interpretation/explanation, as well as
design and workmanship.
CLASS:
1. Adult
2. Youth Group
3. Individual Youth (Age 6-16)
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DIVISION 480 – BARREL GARDENS
Each contestant will bring his own selection of plants to attractively assemble as a container garden in a half whisky
barrel with soil furnished by the Fair. Planting will take place during entry acceptance times on June 9 & 10. Barrel
gardens will be created and displayed outdoors. (Take down during June 20 release time) Limit of 10.
Judging of Barrels will be based on: overall design, color combination, compatibility of plant materials, suitability for
container growing and plant health and condition.
CLASS:
1. Garden in a barrel contest
INDIVIDUAL YOUTH ENTRIES
NO ENTRY FEE for individual youth in these divisions.
These categories are suitable for individual entry. If done in school or youth group, they may be delivered to Fair together;
but items should be entered & identified separately and have been made and, if necessary, cared for by the entered
exhibitor. Division 464 & 475 are also open to youth exhibitors without loss of youth status in other fair departments.
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISIONS 490 - 493
Ribbons only
RULES:
1. Competition is open to all youth 5-16 years of age. Membership in 4-H, garden clubs, FFA or any other youth
organization is NOT required.
2. Exhibitors must state age at time of Fair opening on entry. Signature of parent or legal guardian is required on each
form.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Please read department and similar adult section rules for information, as the same standards and rules apply,
unless otherwise stated.
Horticulture entries must have been grown by the exhibitor for at least 60 days prior to the Fair opening, and should
have been planted in its present container by the exhibitor.
All design entries must have been made by the Youth Exhibitor within 1 year of the opening date of the Fair, and kept
looking fresh while on exhibit. Arrangements may use purchased materials. Animal structures (Class 2) may be
constructed of whole and/or parts of vegetable/plant material with wire, toothpick, etc. as fastenings.
The Danish system of judging will be used in this section, unless otherwise stated. This method scores each entry
individually on its own merit, rather than in direct comparison with other entries.
DIVISION 490 – POTTED PLANTS
CLASS:
1. African violet - single crown
2. Pelargonium (Geranium) - any variety
3. Fern or asparagus
4. Piggyback plant - (Tolmiea)
5. Spider/airplane plant - (Chlorophytum)
6. Ivy (Hedera helix) any small-leafed variety
7. Plant grown from food product - avocado, pineapple, sweet potato, etc.
8. Any flowering plant not listed above. Must be in bloom
9. Any foliage plant not listed above
10. Cactus – name variety, if known
11. Succulent - name variety, if known
12. Dish Garden - 5 or more varieties of plants grown together - Container not to exceed 18"
13. Succulent Dish Garden - 4 or more varieties of Cacti and/or succulents– Container not to exceed 18"
14. Terrarium – several identified rooted plants growing together in a closed container
15. Topiary – any plant trained or shaped into stylized form
16. Miniature garden – a small scale landscape of proportional rooted, growing plants in a shallow container 18" or less
across. Accessories such as rocks, paths, and fencing may be added to complete the illusion.
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THEME: V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N
Remember that the titles are meant to suggest the mood of the arrangements and should NOT be taken literally,
but, rather bring to mind qualities (roundness or airiness) or accessories (spool, hoop, jar) to include in the design.
First Judging Period
DIVISION 491 - ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENTS
CLASS:
1. CAMPFIRE COLORS - A design larger than 8 inches using exhibitor choice of plant material, with or without accessories
2. LIZARD - Animal structure based on an animal created from fruits, vegetables & plant parts
3. GOLDEN HILLS - A miniature arrangement, not to exceed 5”.
4. DAY AT THE BEACH - A miniature arrangement not to exceed 3”
DIVISION 492 - DRIED DESIGNS
Natural, dried materials may be dyed or painted for color, and may include exhibitor-constructed flower forms made of
natural plant materials.
To remain throughout fair.
CLASS:
1. PLAY BALL – Arrangement larger than 8 inches using exhibitor choice of plant material.
2. CRAFTED ITEM – An exhibitor made wall decoration, hat, doll, seed mosaic, etc. decorated with mostly
natural materials. No more than 10% of the decoration may be other accessories.
3. MY FAVORITE ANIMAL– Animal structure created from dried plant material (e.g. nuts, cones, stems, leaves, fibers).
4. ROCK CLIMBING - Miniature arrangement, not to exceed 5”
5. COTTON CANDY - Miniature arrangement, not to exceed 3"
Second Judging Period
DIVISION 493 - ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENTS
CLASS:
1. SUNNY DAYS - Arrangement larger than 8 inches using exhibitor choice of plant material
2. FISH - Animal structure created from fruits, vegetables & plant parts
3. CARNIVAL - Miniature arrangement, not to exceed 5"
4. LEMONADE - Miniature arrangement, not to exceed 3"
YOUTH GROUP PROJECTS
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 494
1st Place
$150
2nd Place
$140
3rd Place
$130
4th Place
$115
5th Place
$110
6th Place
$100
DIVISION 494 – YOUTH GROUP PROJECTS
These are educational categories suitable for classroom, scout, 4-H or youth group, each entry being one coordinated
display to be judged as a unit. The focus is to bring information learned in the classroom to a public display. Exhibit
may be individual items made by each student which are shown together or items and signage made cooperatively as a
group. Exhibit should include labels and easy to read information on what was learned and/or the process used. Area
2½ - 8 feet on table or 4 foot square on floor will be reserved for each entry (state preference on entry or notify Supervisor).
(Items to be judged individually should only be entered in previously listed individual divisions.)
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RULES:
1. Competition is open to groups of 10 or more individuals 5-13 years of age.
2. Exhibitors’ ages at time of Fair must be stated on entry. Signature of adult coordinator is required on each form.
3. Department, adult, and previous youth section rules apply where applicable.
4. American system of judging will be used in this section.
CLASS:
1. Growth or characteristics of plants
2. Propagation & plant health
3. Role of plants (general or a specific kind) in the ecosystem
4. Decorative, useful or artistic use of natural plant materials This might be collage pictures or animal statues made of
dried leaves, pod & cones, twig baskets, pressed flower art, fabric decorated through ‘flower-pounding’, etc.
CLASSROOM CONTAINER GARDENS
Open to San Mateo County Public Elementary and Middle School Classes
Entries must be submitted under the name of the School and Classroom number or Teacher Name for each
entry. Entries are limited to two entries per classroom.
See Also: last pages of each of Agriculture & Gardens Departments for other School-appropriate entries.
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 496
1st Place
$150
2nd Place
$125
3rd Place
$100
4th Place
$75
AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 497
1st Place
$40
2nd Place
$30
3rd Place
$25
DIVISION 496 – LARGE CONTAINER SCHOOL FLOWER GARDENS
One large or a well-integrated collection of several containers attractively using approximately 8-15 square feet of growing
surface. Suitable containers might be large flowerpots, 5 gallon nursery cans, a barrel, or a vertical structure. Each
display will be staged within a 4’x4’ area on the floor; so, exhibitor should provide stand(s) and saucers, if needed. Foliage
plants may be used; but, grouping should also contain a minimum of 3 varieties of blooming plants. Plants should have
been grown for at least 3 months to form a full, mature display. American system will be used in judging.
CLASS:
1. Elementary Division (grades K-5) Large Container Garden
2. Middle School Division (grades 6-8) Large Container Garden Large container garden
DIVISION 497 – SMALL CONTAINER DECORATIVE SCHOOL GARDENS
GARDEN IN A POT- An attractive, mature grouping of at least 3 kinds of plants growing in a 10-14” container. Use
variation in leaf color, shape & texture to make the composition interesting. Flowers may appear; but, the main interest is
in the combination of foliages.
BLOOMING GARDEN IN A POT- An attractive, mature grouping of at least 3 kinds of flowering plants growing in a 10-14”
container.
FANTASY GARDEN - A garden scene using growing plants and student constructed ornaments/furniture to form an
attractive site suitable for fairies, gnomes ,etc. in a 10 – 18” container. Any figures or ornaments used should be securely
fastened.
CLASS:
1. Garden in a Pot - Elementary Division (grades K-5)
2. Blooming Garden - Elementary Division (grades K-5)
3. Fantasy Garden – Elementary Division (grades K-5)
4. Garden in a Pot - Middle School Division (grades 6-8)
5. Blooming Garden - Middle School Division (grades 6-8)
6. Fantasy Garden – Middle School Division (grades 6-8)
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PLEASE NOTE:
Entry forms are accepted via drop-off, mail, fax or online at www.sanmateocountyfair.com per California State Rule II.
Eligibility: Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining entry form(s) & rules from the Fair, and submitting form(s) and any
required fees by the closing date as specified by Fair Management. The closing date for all entry forms (Non-livestock) is
May 10, 2016. Fair Management encourages Exhibitors to enter online and not wait until the deadline. It is the
Exhibitors responsibility to receive confirmation of entries submitted to the Fair.
Entry forms not received by the Fair by midnight May 10, 2016, will not be accepted unless submitted as a “Late Entry”
and submitted via mail or drop-off only, and accompanied by an additional late entry fee of $100.00.
Late Entry Form(s) Deadline (Non-livestock) is May 17, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.
ALL ENTRY FORMS INCLUDING LATE ENTRY FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER MAY 17, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.
No exceptions will be made by the Fair for late entries.
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