Department 008
Christy Douglas, Director
435-257-6275
Paula White, Assistant Director
435-257-6179
Horticulture: Class A
Lot 1 - Seniors
Lot 2 – Juniors
Lot 3 – 4H
Floral Design: Class B
Lot 1 – Seniors
Lot 2 – Intermediates
Lot 3 – Juniors
Lot 4 – 4-H
4-H: Class C
Lot 1 all entries
Floriculture Schedule
Tuesday, August 19
Exhibits accepted…..........……6 – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20
Exhibits accepted……………..8-9:30 a.m.
Premiums
Horticulture Division: 1st-$1.00; 2nd-$.75; 3rd- $.50.
Floral Design Division: 1st - $2.00; 2nd - $1.00;
3rd- $.50.
4-H Division: Same as above
General Rules
These rules are in addition to the general rules of the fair association.
1. The show is open to exhibitors of Box Elder County. There shall be no more than one entry per person in each class. An exhibitor cannot compete against himself.
2. Exhibits will be accepted on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 8-9:30 a.m. For your own advantage, we strongly recommend that you bring flowers Wednesday morning because all flowers will be judged as freshly cut. No entries will be accepted after 9:30 a.m.
3. If items cannot be left for exhibit until 9:30 p.m. Saturday, please do not enter items. Exhibits Supervisors will be on hand to return exhibits at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. We will not be responsible for items not collected by 10:30 p.m.
4. Articles exhibited at previous fairs, such as a dried arrangement will not be permitted to enter for competition.
5. All entries must be filled out completely on a regular entry form. All varieties of flowers in the Horticulture Division must be named or identified. Correct naming may be a deciding factor in close competition.
6. Exhibitors must furnish their own containers. Cut flower entries in the Horticulture Division should be exhibited in a plain glass container. Containers need to fit the exhibit (no big flowers in baby bottles). The owners name should be placed on the underside of the container. THE COMMITTEE WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OR BREAKAGE.
7. Flowers in the Horticulture Division must be grown by the exhibitor three months prior to the show. Flowers for the Floral Design Division need not be grown by the exhibitor.
8. Groom entries carefully. Remove leaves that will be under water in the exhibit. Only natural foliage on any plant will be allowed in the Horticulture Division.
9. Be sure to use the correct number of flowers required by the schedule. Flowers in the Horticulture Division are judged for uniformity in size and development.
10. All participants in the Floral Design Division must be prepared to state the class for which their exhibit was designed. Arrangers choose the material used in all classes unless otherwise stated in that class. Do not make an arrangement which does not fit into a class. Any type of material such as moss, pebbles, wood, etc. used to cover the mechanics is permitted. Accessories are permitted in all classes, but must be connected to the arrangement and not separate.
11. The committee shall have the right to remove at any time an exhibit or part of exhibit which has become unsightly or infested by insects.
12. Do not bring the following poisonous plants: Datura (Jimson Weed, Moonflower), Castor Bean or Night Shade.
JUDGING
No exhibitor is allowed in the building during judging. The judges are instructed not to award premiums unless items are worthy of merit. The judges decisions are final. Special ribbons will be given for outstanding exhibits.
Scale of Points for Cut Flowers
Open and 4-H
Form, Color, Substance, Abundance of Bloom …. 25
Size, According to species or variety …...…….…. 25
Foliage and stem ……………………………….....…10
Distinction of species or variety …………....………20
Condition …………………………………….......….. 20
Total ……………………………......……..100
Scale of Points for Potted Plants
Open and 4-H
Form, Color, Substance ….……………..….....……25
Balance and Proportion ….……………..….....…….20
Size, According to species or variety……....………10
Distinction of species or variety………..….....……. 20
Overall Condition …………………..…..…..........…. 25
Total ………………….…………….........….. 100
Scale of Points for Floral Design
Open and 4-H
Balance, Contrast, Proportion, Scale………….….30
Color (includes container)……………………....….10
Class suitability.……………..…….…………...…..20
Condition of flowers used….…………….…...…....15
Relationship of flowers, container, accessories….10
Originality (selection of material)..............…….…15
Total…………….....................………….. 100
Floriculture – Horticulture Division
POTTED PLANTS
1. African Violet
2. Begonias
3. Bonsai
4. Bougainvillea
5. Cacti - over 8”
6. Cacti - under 8”
7. Fern - Any type
8. Geranium - Any type
9. Hanging Plant - Flowering
10. Hanging Plant - Non-flowering
11. Herbs
12. Ivy - Any type
13. Mixed Planting
14. Orchid - Any type
15. Palm - Any type
16. Peace Lily
17. Potted Plant - Flowering
18. Potted Plant - Non-flowering
19. Potted Plant - Any other not listed
20. Succulent
21. Terrarium
22. Dish Garden
23. Topiary
CUT FLOWERS
Please list sub-class
Sub-Classes:
A - 1 Stem Specimen, buds must be removed
B - 3 Stems of the same species
C - 1 Spray, 3 or more flowers on one stem
24. Ageratum
25. Amaranthus
26. Armaria
27. Asclepias
28. Astilbe
29. Aster
30. Baby’s Breath
31. Bachelor’s Button
32. Balloon Flower
33. Begonia
· Fiberous
· Tuberous
34. Bellflower
35. Bells of Ireland
36. Bleeding Heart
37. Butterfly Bush
38. Cabbage – Flowering
39. Calendula
40. Candy Tuft
41. Canna
42. Carnation –Large
43. Carnation –Pixie
44. Celosia – Crested
45. Celosia – Plumed
46. Centranthus
47. Chrysanthemum – Large Decorative
48. Chrysanthemum
· Pom Pom
· Spider
· Other
49. Clematis
50. Cleome
51. Coleus
52. Columbine
53. Coral Bells
54. Coreopsis
55. Cosmos
56. Dahlia – Giant over 10”
57. Dahlia – Large 8 - 10”
58. Dahlia – Medium 6 - 8”
59. Dahlia – Small under 4 - 6”
60. Dahlia – Miniature under 4”
61. Dahlia – Any other
62.. Daisy
63. Day Lily
64. Dianthus
65. Delphinium
66. Dusty Miller
67.Echinacea
68. Fireweed
69. Flax
70. For-Me-Not’s
71. Fox Glove
72. Gaillardia
73. Gazania
74. Geranium
75. Gerbera
76. Gladiolus – Large (4 1/2" - 5 1/2 ") Flowering
77. Gladiolus – Medium (3 1/2" - 4 1/2")
78. Gladiolus – Small (2 1/2"-3 1/2")
79. Gladiolus - Miniature (Up to 2 1/2")
80. Goldenrod
81. Gomphrena
82. Grass – Ornamental Annual 10 stems
83. Grass – Ornamental Perennial 10 stems
84. Heliotrope
85. Herbs
· Lavender
· Sage
86. Hibiscus - may float in bowl
87. Hollyhock
88. Hosta with or without flowers
89. Hydrangea
90. Impatiens
91. Iris
92. Jupiter’s Beard
93. Kale – Flowering
94. Lambs Ear
95. Lantana
96. Larkspur
97. Liatris
98. Lily, Asiatic
99. Lisianthus
100. Lupine
101. Malvia
102.. Marigold – Large
103. Marigold – Medium
104. Marigold – Small
105. Marigold – Any other
106. Nasturtium
107. Nicotiana
108. Penstemon
109. Pansy
110. Peony
111. Petunia – Single
112. Petunia – Double
113. Petunia – any other
114. Phlox
115. Physostegia
116. Purple Cornflower
117. Rose – Hybrid Tea
118. Rose – Grandiflora
119. Rose – Floribunda
120. Rose – Miniature
121. Rose – Any other
122. Rudbeckia
123. Russian Sage
124. Salvia
125. Scabiosa
126. Sedum
127. Snapdragon
128. Spirea
129. Statice
130. Sunflower – Large over 6”
131. Sunflower – Medium 4-6”
132.Sunflower – Any other
133. Strawflower
134. Sweet Pea
135. Sweet William
136. Verbena
137. Veronica
138. Vinka
139. Violas
140. Wallflower
141. Water Lily - may float in bowl
142. Water Grown Plant
143. Wildflower
144. Yarrow
145. Zinnia – large dahlia type
146. Zinnia – large cactus type
147. Zinnia – Small
148. Zinnia – Any other
149. Any other not listed flowering plant
· Annual
· Perenial
150. Any other foliage plant, cut
151. Any other water plant
Horticulture Notes
Preparation and Care of Cut Flowers/Foliages
Gather flowers after 4 p.m. or before sunrise.
Cut with long stems, generally just before they come into full bloom. Some flowers such as the following are exceptions: Gladiolus, when first bud opens; Roses, when buds are soft; Dahlias, when blooms are fully open; Poppies, the night before opening.
For best results, flowers should be placed in warm water up to the flowers’ heads immediately after cutting, then stored for several hours in a draftless, cool place.
Floriculture -- Floral Design Division
Classification
Specify in upper right corner of entry which groups you fall into:
N: Novice - has won 2 or fewer blue ribbons for flower arrangements.
A: Advanced Novice - has won 3 - 15 blue ribbons.
AA: Advanced Amateur - more than 15 blue ribbons.
J: Entrants 9 years and under, specify age.
I: Entrants 10 to 18 years, specify age.
S: Entrants 18 and over, specify age.
1. “The Future is Bright” – An arrangement with an unlit candle or anything that reflects light incorporated into the design. No silk or dried flowers.
2. “From the Beginning” – An artistic design with past experiences portrayed as the theme.
3. “While I Was Growing Up” – An arrangement using toys, balloons, etc. Let your imagination go.
4. “Fair Days” – A design with a flair for fun and games.
5. “Look into the Future” – A beautiful silk arrangement to compliment any style or décor.
6. “Some Things Never Change” – Using green plants and fresh flowers.
7. “Celebration” -- A party piece to fit any occasion worth celebrating.
8. “Stop and Smell the Roses” - Roses used with other flowers as filler.
9. “Summer Bounty” - A design of fruit or vegetables with flowers.
10. “This is Where We Are” - Arrangement using a rock, sea shell, butterfly, or other treasure as the focal point.
11. “Hanging Out” - An arrangement that hangs or incorporates anything that hangs.
12. “We’ll Continue On” - Fresh, dried, or silk flowers.
13. “It’s a Small World” - Arrangement not over 6” in any direction.
14. “Keeping Things Simple” - Designers interpretation.
15. “Brought in From the Wild” - Basket of fresh or dried wildflowers.
Floral Design Notes
Condition plant material for exhibits as in Horticulture section. Decide on the type of arrangement you plan to make. Choose a class and note requirements of various classes. Pick a container which will enhance the arrangement and the type of medium in which you will design. Floral foam, such as Oasis or Fillfast is usually preferable, although pinholders or frogs can be used for certain designs. Make sure foam or frog is secure in container, using oasis tape or clay, respectively. Cover foam with moss, if desired. Make basic shape with greenery. This will help your design to take form.
Start with tallest flowers, then add blossoms to add dimension. When using more than one type of flower, add each separately. When making a colonial (round) or table centerpiece, make sure the arrangement is attractive from all angles. Look at the arrangement from the level it will be at when displayed. When making a line arrangement or one from three sides, make sure the back of the arrangement is finished, by covering up your form with greenery, etc. Add accessories, such as ribbon or novelty items last; select only those that enhance your arrangement.
