The Garden Clubs of District IV
Members of
Michigan Garden Clubs, Inc.
NGC Central Region &
National Garden Clubs, Inc.
Present
“Music of the 1960’s:
The Beat Goes On”
A Standard Flower Show
March 5-8, 2015
THURSDAY, March 5th
3 pm-9:00 pm
FRIDAY. March 6th
12 Noon – 9:30 pm
SATURDAY, March 7th
10 am – 9:00 pm
SUNDAY, March 8th
11 am – 6 pm
Admission: Adults $10
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Children: 6-14 $4
Children 5 and under: Free
West Michigan Home and Garden Show
DeVos Place
303 Monroe NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503
“Music of the 1960’s: The Beat Goes on”
DISTRICT IV STANDARD FLOWER SHOW
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Directions…………………………………………………………………………………………..1
Clubs of District IV………………………………………………………………………………2
Flower Show Committee…………………………………………………………………….3
Protected Plants…………………………………………………………………………………4
General Flower Show Time Schedule & Information…………………………..5
Flower Show Preparation………………………………………………………………..6-7
Judging and Awards…………………………………………………………………………7-9
Division I Design………………………………………………………………………………..10
Design Rules…………………………………………………………………………….10
Design Scale of Points………………………………………………………………11
Design Classes…………………………………………………………………….11-13
Division II Horticulture………………………………………………………………………14
Horticulture Scale of Points………………………………………………..14-17
Horticulture Classes……………………………………………………………18-21
Division III Special Exhibits………………………………………………………………..21
Educational Exhibits & Scale of Points………………………………………….21-22
Artistic Crafts & Scale of Points…………………………………………………….22-23
Photography Rules and Classes…………………………………………………….23-24
Registration Form……………………………………………………………………………..25
Guidelines for distribution of Show Span Funds………………………………..26
Sample Entry Card…………………………………………………………………………….27
Local driving directions
Google: Grand Rapids Home and Garden Show at
DeVos Place for map to convention center
From the North
Travel US-131 South.
1. The best exit is Pearl Street.
2. At the end of the ramp turn left onto Pearl Street.
3. Take Pearl Street to Monroe and make a left.
4. Take Monroe to Michigan and make a left.
5. The entrance to the DeVos Place parking ramp will be on your left just before the river.
From the South
Travel US-131 North.
1. The best exit is Pearl Street.
2. At the end of the ramp turn right onto Pearl Street.
3. Take Pearl Street to Monroe and make a left.
4. Take Monroe to Michigan and make a left.
5. The entrance to the DeVos Place parking ramp will be on your left just before the
From the West
From Muskegon:
Travel I-96 East to US-131 South.
1. The best exit is Pearl Street.
2. At the end of the ramp turn left onto Pearl Street.
3. Take Pearl Street to Monroe and make a left.
4. Take Monroe to Michigan and make a left.
5. The entrance to the DeVos Place parking ramp will be on your left just before the river.
From Holland:
Travel I-196 East
1. Use the Ottawa/Downtown Exit (77C).
2. Turn right onto Michigan Street at the end of the ramp.
3. The entrance to the DeVos Place parking ramp will be on your left just past Monroe Avenue
before you cross the river.
From the East
1. Travel I-96 West to I-196 West
2. Use the Ottawa/Downtown Exit (77C)
3. Turn right onto Michigan Street at the end of the ramp.
4. The entrance to the DeVos Place parking ramp will be on your left just past Monroe Avenue
before you cross the river.
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PRESENTED BY THE GARDEN CLUBS OF MGC DISTRICT IV
BELDING GARDENEERS
BIG RAPIDS
CANADIAN LAKES
CEDAR SPRINGS
FREMONT
GREENVILLE
HOLLAND
KENT
LOWELL SHOWBOAT
DIRT DAUBERS/ MONTAGUE/ WHITEHALL
MUSKEGON COUNTY
PENTWATER
ROCKFORD
SAUGATUCK/ DOUGLAS
SHAWMUT HILLS
STANDALE
TRI-CITIES/ GRAND HAVEN, SPRING LAKE & FERRYSBURG
WHITE CLOUD
WEST MICHIGAN FLOWER ARRANGERS GUILD
The mission of Michigan Garden Clubs is “to provide education, resources, and
networking opportunities for its members to promote the love of gardening, floral
and landscape design, and environmental responsibility.”
Michigangardenclubs.org
National Garden Clubs Conservation Pledge
Gardenclub.org
“I pledge to protect and conserve the natural resources of planet earth and
promise to promote education so that we may become caretakers of our air,
water, forest, land and wild life.”
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DISTRICT IV STANDARD FLOWER SHOW
FLOWER SHOW COMMITTEE
Committees
Chair
Telephone
DISTRICT IV DIRECTOR
Lynn Miller
616-676-2274
GENERAL CHAIRMAN
GENERAL CHAIRMAN
Peggy Hartmann
Lynn Miller
231-744-3540
616-676-2274
AWARDS
Lynn Miller
616-676-2274
CLERKS
Monica Taylor
616-607-8264
HORTICULTURE DIVISION
Dolores Stouwie
616-949-5825
HORTICULTURE CLASSIFICATION
Dolores Stouwie
same as above
HORTICULTURE PLACEMENT
M. Block
616-866-1357
DESIGN CLASSIFICATION
L. Miller, P. Hartmann
same as above
DESIGN PLACEMENT
P. Hartmann
231-744-3540
HOSPITALITY/ HOSTESSES
Betty Dame
Cindy Anderson
616-399-2323
231-798-7622
JUDGES LUNCHEON
Jeanne Poll
616-335-3585
JUDGES CHAIRMAN
Carol Brock
231-392-4080
SCHEDULE WRITERS
D. Stouwie, P. Hartmann,
L. Miller
SIGNAGE
Show Span
PHOTOGRAPHY
Deannie Picciotti
616-399-2323
SPECIAL EXHIBITS
L. Miller
same as above
STAGING/ PROPERTIES
P. Hartmann
same as above
PUBLICITY
Show Span
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DISTRICT IV FLOWER SHOW
PROTECTED MICHIGAN NATIVE PLANTS
The following plants are only permitted if grown by the exhibitor or
obtained in a legal manner and so marked on the entry card.
Department of Natural Resources List:
All native club mosses, gentians, orchids and trilliums
Baptisia leucophaea
Cream Wild Indigo
Camassia scilloides
Wild Hyacinth
Chelone oblique
Purple Turtlehead
Iris lacustris
Dwarf Lake Iris
Nelumbo lutea
North American Lotus
Phlox maculate
Wild Sweet William
Sarrecenia purpurea ssp. heterophylla
Yellow Pitcher Plant
Viola pedatifida
Prairie Birdfoot Violet
THE MICHIGAN GARDEN CLUB, INC LIST:
Aquilegia Canadensis
Arisaema triphyllum
Caltha palustris
Celastrus scandens
Chimaphila umbellata
Claytonia virginica
Clintonioa borealis
Cornus florida
Epigaea repens
Erythronium americanum
Ilex species
Lilium michiganense
Lilium superbum
Lobelia cardinalis
Sanquinaria canadensis
Lythrum salicaria (outlaw)
Wild Columbine
Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Cowslip, Marsh Marigold
Climbing Bittersweet
Pipsissewa, Prince's Pine
Spring Beauty
Spotted Wood Lily
Flowering Dogwood
Trailing Arbutus
Adder's Tongue, Dog Tooth Violet
Michigan Holly
Michigan Lily
Turk's Cap Lily
Cardinal Flower
Bloodroot
Purple loosestrife
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DISTRICT IV STANDARD FLOWER SHOW
GENERAL FLOWER SHOW TIME SCHEDULE AND INFORMATION
TASK
Staging set up
Entries by Show Committee
All entries: horticulture/ design
Entries: DESIGN ONLY
Judges Lunch/Briefing
Judging
Flower Show Opens to Public
Removal of Entries
Dismantling/All Members
DAY
Monday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
Thursday
Thursday
Sunday
Sunday
DATE
March 2
March 4
March 4
March 5
March 5
March 5
March 5
March 8
March 8
TIME
12 n–2 pm
11:00 am-12:30 pm
1:00-5:30 pm
8:00 am -10:00 am
11:00am-12:30pm
1:00-3:00pm
3:00 pm
6:00 pm, not before
6:00 pm
GENERAL RULES FOR EXHIBITORS
1.
Advance registration is required for all entries in the Design and Horticulture Divisions. The
registration form is on page 25 of this schedule. Send to Lynn Miller by February 23, 2015.
2. All entry cards will be filled out in advance by the Design and Horticulture Division chairmen,
and will be available at the flower show for the exhibitor.
3.
All entries will be received on Wednesday, March 4th from 1-5:30 pm. Horticulture and
Photography entries will only be accepted on Wednesday, March 4th. Only Design, Artistic
Craft and Educational Exhibits will be accepted on March 5th from 8-10 am.
4. All entries received after the deadline will be for exhibit only.
5.
All entries must be ready for judging by 10 am Thursday, March 5, 2014.
6.
Each exhibit must be checked with the Classification Committee before the exhibitor leaves the
show area. This chairperson is responsible for checking each exhibit for conformity to the
schedule.
7.
All exhibits must be kept in show condition during the show. Unsightly or wilted plant material
must be replaced by the exhibitor or their designated person.
8.
Judging will be by the NGC Standard System of Awarding. The decision of the judges is final.
Awards may be withheld if not merited. HB Pg. 5
9. No one other than judges, clerks, and the flower show chairperson(s) and other required
chairpersons will be permitted in the flower show area while judging is taking place.
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10. The Flower Show Committee and Show Span will make every effort to protect the property of
those working at or attending the show, but cannot be responsible for loss, damage or injury
sustained during the show or while it is being set-up, judged or dismantled.
11. Removal of all entries, ribbons and dismantling will be no earlier than 6 pm, Sunday March 8,
2015. If unable to remove your exhibit, please make arrangements to have it removed.
FLOWER SHOW PREPARATION
HORTICULTURE:
1. FOLLOW THE FLOWER SHOW SCHEDULE PRECISELY. IT IS THE LAW OF THE SHOW!
2.
CONDITIONING OF HORTICULTURE CUT SPECIMENS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
Stem length is measured from tip of specimen to cut end, and includes the “apical end”
and several nodes.
Cut the specimen on a slant in the late afternoon or evening a few inches longer than
required by schedule.
Leave foliage on the stem, as it is needed to judge the health of the specimen.
Place cut end of specimen in tepid water and place in a cool, dark place away from drafts
overnight to “condition”. HB p. 100.
Some plants need special conditioning such as those with a milky substance. The stem
must be sealed by applying a candle flame or other heat source to the cut end.
Re-cut the stem underwater just before entering the specimen in the show. Do not touch
the cut end as it may cause it to seal and prevent water uptake.
Foliage that will be under water in the exhibit bottle or crushed in the opening must be
removed.
Exhibitor provides wedging to position exhibit in the best pose. Plastic wrap or bubble wrap
is to be used for wedging. The entry committee can assist you if necessary.
Collections must be pre-registered with the consultant to assure ample space is available
for staging of the exhibit.
3. CARING FOR AND GROOMING
A. No wiring, oiling, plant shine or artificial coloring is permitted in the horticulture classes.
B. Remove dust, dirt or spray residue with mild soapy water. Rinse well and dry with a soft
cloth or paper towel. Remove damaged leaves and faded blooms. You can use scissors for
contouring the leaf. Entries must be “pest” free.
C. Be sure no foliage is under water in the container when exhibiting.
D. Container grown plants must be well groomed with soil surface clean.
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E. For potted plants, make sure the pots are clean and attractive (free of dirt, moss and salts).
Double potting is allowed, which means you may set your potted plant into another pot or
basket of suitable size and texture to enhance your plant. Inner pot must not be visible.
F. Single house plants should be centered in the pot. African violets should have only one
crown.
G. Exhibitor must provide clear/ transparent bottles with water for all cut specimens
entered.
H. Unobtrusive staking is permitted where needed, but training mechanics must be removed.
I. Refer to Flower Show Handbook revised 2007 Pg. 101. Your consultant should have access
to one.
4. LABELING
A.
Correct botanical name (genus and species) and common name are encouraged for all
horticulture specimens exhibited.
B. A specimen can only receive the Top Exhibitor Award if it is a blue ribbon 95+ and has the
correct scientific name. HB p 91-97
C. The Design and Horticulture Chairmen will make out the entry card for all entries preregistered. You will be given an exhibitor number, which will be used on the entry card.
Placing your name on the card is optional.
ARTISTIC DESIGN:
1. Entries must be in show condition for four (4) days. Wilted plant material will need to be
replaced by the exhibitor or their designee during the show.
2. Follow the description requirements of the Design class you decide to enter. Pre-register with
the consultant for the class.
3. The consultants will be available to help you with conformance to the rules and schedule
requirements. Consultants are there to help you, so be sure to ask any questions you might
have. Conformance to design type is important, and is worth 10 points in the judging process.
4. Refer to the Flower Show Handbook revised 2007 for detailed information on the specific design
type requirements. HB P. 196-222.
JUDGING AND AWARD INFORMATION
1.
The flower show will be judged by Accredited NGC Flower Show Judges using the NGC Standard
System of Awarding. HB P. 5
 Only one blue (first place); exhibit must score 90 or above
 Only one red (second place); exhibit must score 85 or above
 Only one yellow (third place); exhibit must score 80 or above
 One or more white (honorable mention); exhibit must score 75 or above.
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2. The decision of the judges is final.
3. The schedule is the law of the show.
4. Entry card with a 90+ or above exhibit must be signed by an NGC Accredited Judge on the panel.
TOP EXHIBITOR AWARDS acknowledge outstanding exhibitor achievement that is above and
beyond blue ribbons and are awarded according to the NGC Standard System of Awarding. A Top
Exhibitor Award is available for each division in a Standard Flower Show when specific requirements are
met. The exhibit must be a blue ribbon winner and score 95 or above to be considered for the award.
HB P. 41-59
AWARDS
NGC, INC TOP EXHIBITOR AWARDS
All requirements for NGC Top Exhibitor Awards as listed in the Flower Show Handbook revised 2007
must be met. The following awards will be offered.
DIVISION I DESIGN
HB P. 45-49
Award of Design Excellence
Division Award: One (1) may be awarded
Rosette of gold Ribbons
Classes 1-9
Table Artistry Award
Section Award: One (1) may be awarded
Rosette of burgundy ribbons
Classes 4-6
Petite Award
Section Award: One (1) may be awarded
Rosette of blue and white ribbons
Classes 1-3
Designer’s Choice Award
Section Award: One (1) may be awarded
Rosette of purple ribbons
Classes 7-9
WMFAG Novice Award (Local)
Given to an exhibitor in Design who
has never won a blue ribbon in a Standard
Flower Show
Class 7
District Director’s Award (Local)
Award for outstanding blue ribbon winner Design
Classes 1-9
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DIVISION II HORTICULTURE
HB P. 41-44
Horticultural Excellence Award
Division Award: One may be awarded
if merited.
Rosette of green, orange and blue ribbon
Classes 1-25
Award of Merit
Section Award: Three (3) may be
awarded if merited.
Rosette of orange ribbons
Classes 6-9
Classes 10-17
Classes 18-20
Arboreal Award
Section Award for a cut specimen of trees
and shrubs. One (1) may be awarded if merited
Rosette of green ribbons in two shades
Classes 1-5
Collectors Showcase Award
Section Award for five (5) different specimens
One (1) may be awarded if merited.
Rosette of brown and green ribbons
Classes 21-25
District Director Award for Horticulture
Award for outstanding blue ribbon winner
Horticulture exhibit.
Classes 1-25
DIVISION III SPECIAL EXHIBITS
HB p. 49-55
Educational Top Exhibitor Award
Section Award
One (1) may be awarded if merited.
Rosette of brown and white ribbons
Exhibits 1-4
Artistic Craft Award
Class 10-12
Section Award
One (1) may be awarded if merited
Rosette of navy ribbons
Award of Appreciation
May be given in the Educational Exhibits
Rosette of Orchid ribbons
Exhibits 1-3
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DIVISION I DESIGN
DESIGN RULES & REGULATIONS
1. All classes are open to any amateur designer.
2. Design class entries must be pre-registered. Exhibitors who have registered to enter a class
must provide a substitute if unable to fulfill an assignment.
3. There must be 4 exhibits in each design class.
4. A 3”x5” card neatly typed or printed naming the plant material used must accompany each
exhibit, as well as a brief description of your interpretation of the design title and
5.
6.
7.
8.
components used. Binomial names are not required, but are encouraged for education.
An exhibitor may enter as many classes as desired, but only one entry per class.
Plant material used in the designs need not have been grown by the exhibitor.
Some plant material must be used in every exhibit.
The Novice class shall be open only to those exhibitors who have never won a blue
ribbon in the design division in a Standard Flower Show.
No artificial flowers, foliage, fruits or vegetables are permitted in the design division.
9.
10. Plant material that has been treated to alter its exterior appearance may be used only in its
dried state.
11. Religious symbols used must be displayed in a respectful manner and in accordance with policies
of local religious organizations.
12. The American flag may not be used in a design or as a background.
13. Fruit and/ or vegetables that are uncut may be used.
14. There must be an emphasis on fresh plant material. No artificial plant material in any division.
15. Fresh plant material must never be treated.
16. Landscapes or scenes are not permitted in the design division.
17. Refer to Flower Show Handbook revised 2007 page 189-N for items permitted in all design
classes unless prohibited by the schedule, law or specific requirements of a Design Top Exhibitor
Award.
NOTE: “Design Components” refer to those materials used when creating a floral design. It includes
plant material (fresh and dried), featured objects, accessory objects, special staging (background,
frames, etc.) and mechanics which are organized in a volume of space.
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DESIGN SCALES OF POINTS
Flower Show Handbook revised 2007 page 303 (revised 7/1/2013)
1.
ALL DESIGNS INCLUDING EXHIBITION TABLES TYPE II
CONFORMANCE to all schedule requirements
Design type (if applicable)
10
Remaining requirements divided
10
DESIGN
Design principles (balance, contrast, dominance,
proportion, scale, rhythm) are applied to the
design elements (line, form, color, texture,
pattern, size, space and light).
Each design principle is worth 7 points
ARTISTIC CONCEPT
Creative selection and organization of all components.
Appropriateness of components and their placement
for design type, if applicable.
EXPRESSION
Interpretation of class title or theme through
component/s or design elements.
DISTINCTION
Degree of superiority in all aspects.
Exceptional fine design negates minor faults. Moderate to major
faults identified in the above qualities negatively affect Distinction.
Degree of distinction is evident in craftsmanship,
use of mechanics, and condition of all components.
TOTAL
20
42
12
10
16
100
DIVISION I DESIGN
Section A.
“IN MY LITTLE CORNER OF THE WORLD” by: Anita Bryant
Eligible for the Award of Design Excellence and Petite Award
Miniature Designs HB P. 203-204
Small Designs HB P. 208
CLASS 1.
Consultant: D. Stouwie/ C. Brock
616-949-5825/ 231-392-4080
by: The Beatles
“PENNY LANE”
A design not to exceed 3” in any direction, and staged in a
white shadow box .
All dried plant material. Underlay up to 3” is permitted.
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CLASS 2.
“BUILD ME UP BUTTERCUP”
by: The Foundations
A design not to exceed 5” in any direction, and staged on a
pedestal with an 8” square top. Underlay up to 5” is permitted.
Dried and/ or fresh plant material may be used.
CLASS 3.
“TWIST AND SHOUT”
by: The Beatles
Hanging, Type II Kinetic Design (HB pg. 202 & 208) not to exceed 8” in any
direction, and staged on a black metal 10” circular frame. Must be free
hanging and able to rotate 180 degrees. Dried and/ or fresh plant
material may be used.
Underlay up to 8” permitted
SECTION B
“THE TASTE OF HONEY”
by: The Beatles
Eligible for the Award of Design Excellence and Table Artistry
Award
Consultant: Lynn Miller: 616-676-2274
Modes of Tables
HB P. 215-217
Functional: Table exhibit planned and set for actual service of food, capable of functioning for dining as
displayed. The exhibit must always include a decorative unit (a floral design, with or without candles or
other accessories). A container grown plant is not a design. Typically includes dishes, beverage
container/s. table covering/s, and napkin/s. Scale of points HB P. 303 (revised 7/1/2013)
Capsule-Functional: For one (1) person. A functional table exhibit, restricted to one place setting. The
exhibit must always include a decorative unit. Refer to above components.
Exhibition: An artistic arrangement of table components within an allotted space to provide a creative
effect without consideration for functional placement. All components chosen must be suitable for use
on a dining table.
Type II: May not include a decorative unit/s, but must include some plant material placed
where needed to carry rhythm, repeat color/s and overall degree of formality. Container/s or
items substituting for containers may be used but must not provide the receptacle for a
completed design. HB P. 216-217
CLASS 4.
“YESTERDAY”
by: The Beatles
Functional breakfast table for one. Staged on a natural wood tray table 14 ¾” x
18 ¾” x 29” H provided by the committee. Judged from three (3) feet in front.
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CLASS 5.
“WALKING TO NEW ORLEANS”
by: Fats Domino
Exhibition Type II, background and underlay required. Staged
on an 8’ table in a 32”W X 24”D space. No height limit.
CLASS 6.
“CABARET”
1966 musical
Functional table for two (2) staged on a 36”card table. Designer to
provide all components including the card table.
SECTION C.
“TICKET TO RIDE”
by: The Beatles
Eligible for the Award of Design Excellence and
Designer’s Choice Award. HB P. 45-48
Consultant: P. Hartmann: 231-744-3540
CLASS 7.
“HERE COMES THE SUN”
by: The Beatles
Novice Class
Eligible for the WMFAG Novice Award
A creative design staged on a pedestal of natural wood that is 37” H with
a 20” square top. Underlay required. Design to be judged from 3’ in
front, however the back of the design must be completed.
CLASS 8.
“YELLOW SUBMARINE”
by” The Beatles
A creative design staged on an 8’ table in a 32” space skirted in black.
Underlay and background required.
CLASS 9.
“REFLECTIONS”
Class for NGC Flower Show Judges only.
by: Diana Ross
A reflective design staged on a tall tray table 37 1/2” high with a 24”
round black top. Stand is covered in black spandex. Underlay required.
Design will be judged from 3 feet in front, however back of the design
must be completed.
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DIVISION II HORTICULTURE
A. NGC Horticulture Top Exhibitor Award Requirements
1. All plant material must be fresh and have been grown and entered by
the exhibitor. (Container-grown plants must have been in the
possession of the exhibitor at least ninety (90) days; combination
plantings, in the possession of the exhibitor and growing together at
least six (6) weeks.
2. Exhibit must be a blue ribbon winner scoring 95 or above.
3. Exhibit must be correctly named according to schedule specifications.
4. See Chapter 4 - Plant Classification and Nomenclature. HB P. 91-97.
5. There must be a minimum of three (3) classes in each designated sections
listed in the schedule in order to offer a Horticulture Top Exhibitor Award.
6. An exhibit may receive no more than one (1) section and one (1) Division
Top Exhibitor Award.
SCALE OF POINTS FOR COLLECTIONS HB. p. 116-117
There are four (4) scales of points for judging collections: 1.) Flowering Specimens and specimens with
colorful bracts; 2.) Foliage Specimens; 3.) Arboreal and 4.) Fruits, vegetables and nuts.
All specimens in the collection must be of equal and superior quality for exhibit to receive a ribbon, as
the lowest scoring specimen in the exhibit will determine the highest ribbon possible for that exhibit.
Each cut specimen or container-grown plant is judged individually.
 Culture perfection. Emphasis is on vigor, typical growth habit or symmetry, substance, size,
color, state of maturity, and floriferousness where applicable.
 Condition and grooming. Specimens free of blemishes, clean, well groomed in compatible,
pristine containers (if provided by the exhibitor).
 Placement of individual specimens or sets in space allotted for ease of viewing and judging.
 Distinction.
An unusual collection is considered more distinctive than a common one.
No points are allotted to decorative effect; however, “staged to present best appearance” is a
consideration. If containers are provided by the exhibitor they should be transparent,
unmarked and as uniform as possible to considering variations in specimen sizes for
inappropriate containers can also affect the distinctive quality of an exhibit.
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SCALE OF POINTS FOR HORTICULTURE
1. FLOWERING SPECIMENS or SPECIMENS WITH COLORFUL BRACTS HB P. 298
May be cut or container grown, Single specimen, or collection.
Plant Identification………………………………………………………………......................5
Legible. Plant completely identified with genus, species, and cultivar, as appropriate.
Cultural Perfection……………………………………………….....................................60
Peak of perfection ……………………………………………….................10
Proper maturity for exhibiting with no major Cultural Perfection faults.
Quantity. ……………………………………………….................................5
Number of specimens as defined by schedule,
number of blooms, proportional to size of specimen.
Color.......………………………………………………................................10
Of flower/s and foliage.
Form. ………………………………………………......................................10
Flowers and foliage balanced, appropriate to type.
Substance. ………………………………………………................................5
Firmness of tissue.
Texture. ………………………………………………....................................5
Surface quality of bloom and foliage.
Size. ………………………………………………..........................................5
Ideal for type, average or slightly above.
Foliage/stem………………………………………………...........................10
Proportion, form, amount, color, length, condition, if applicable.
Condition/Grooming/Staging………………………………………………………..……..…..25
Health, blemish free. ………………………………………………..............10
Evidenced by above qualities, damage due to insects, disease,
physiological, mechanical problems.
Grooming. ………………………………………………..............................10
Preparations the exhibitor can control: stem length, clean cut, foliage
removed below water level, cleanliness, conditioning.
Staging. ………………………………………………....................................5
Presentation, including container (size, type, cleanliness) and pose
(attitude, wedging).
Collection: placement of individual specimens in space allotted.
Distinction……..……………………………………………………………………………….….…...10
Single specimen exhibits: the degree of superiority in all listed qualities.
Collection: Uniformity. Similarity in physical characteristics such as form,
size, color, state of maturity of specimens.
Educational value
Total score
100
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SCALE OF POINTS FOR HORTICULTURE HB P. 301
COMBINATION PLANTINGS. May be flowering or foliage.
Plant Identification …………..............………………………………………………..……….5
Legible. Each plant completely identified with genus, species,
cultivar, as appropriate.
Overall Effect …………………………………………………………………………………...…..25
Conformance …………..............……………………………………….......4
Fulfills all schedule requirements for type and size limitations.
Placement of plant and accessories….........…………………………5
According to Design Principles. Well spaced.
Dish gardens and terrariums must be landscapes.
Appropriate selection. Compatibility. …………..............……….12
Color combinations. …………..............………...3
Forms and sizes…………..............…………………3
Textures. …………..............…………………………..3
Accessories, if applicable…………..............…..3
Unity....................................…………..............………………………4
Overall cohesiveness
Environmental Suitability………………………………………………………………….….....5
Specimens compatible with similar cultural requirements.
Cultural Perfection…………………………………………………………………………….……35
Healthy…………………………………………………….....................10
Substance………..…………………………………………………………….5
Fresh, crisp, turgid
Foliage/stems/flowers…………………………………………………10
Unaffected by insects or disease. Vigorous.
Size/Maturity……………………………………………………………..…5
Adequate size and well established
Color……........................………………………………………….…….5
Bright, fresh, harmonious. Foliage ample luxuriant, not deformed, dull, etc., Stems
straight, proportionate, study, graceful, etc. Flowers well-formed, characteristic,
abundant, etc.
Condition and Grooming …………………………………………………………………..……....10
Free of blemishes………………………………………………………........4
Caused by insects, disease, lack of grooming, mechanical damage.
Groomed for best appearance..………………………………………3
Remove spent blooms, damaged foliage, debris, etc.
Soil………………………………………………………................................3
Unobtrusive and not distracting.
Container……………………………………………………………………………………………..…….10
Suitability………………………………………………………......................5
In size, color, texture, form, style
Condition………………………………………………………......................5
Clean and unbroken
Distinction........………………………………………………………………………………....….10
Originality, superiority in all respects. Significant faults
above adversely affects Distinction.
TOTAL SCORE
100
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SCALE OF POINTS FOR HORTICULTURE HB P. 300
ARBOREALS: FOLIAGE/ FLOWERING/ FRUIT/ CONED
Cut specimens only.
Plant Identification………………………………………………………………………………………5
Legible. Plant completely identified with genus, species cultivar as appropriate.
Cultural Perfection………………………………………………………………………………….…60
Arboreal specimen……………………………………………………..30
Maturity……………………………………………..10
Proper stage of development for exhibition
Form…………………………………………………..10
Pose and balance of entire specimen.
Stem…………………………………………………..10
Sturdiness, color, growth habit.
Foliage, Flowers, Fruit, Cones…………………………………….30
Spacing/ positioning……………………………5
Balanced placement on branch.
Quantity……………………………………………...5
Well clothed with foliage and/ or number
Of open flowers, mature fruit, cones.
Color…………………………………………………..5
Degree of clarity.
Substance………………………………………..…5
Firmness of tissue
Texture……………………………………………...5
Surface quality
Size…………………………………………………...5
Ideal for type
Condition/ Grooming/ Staging………………………………………………………………….25
Health/ Blemish free……………………….…10
As evidenced by above qualities: damaged
due to insects, disease, physiological,
mechanical problems.
Grooming……………………………………….….10
Preparations the exhibitor can control:
Stem length, clean cut, foliage removed
Below water level, cleanliness, conditioning.
Staging…………………………………………….…10
Presentation, including container size,
Type, cleanliness, pose and wedging.
Distinction……………………………………………………………………………………………….10
Superiority in all listed qualities.
Collections: Uniformity. Similarity in physical characteristics,
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Such as form, size, color, state of maturity of specimens.
Educational value.
TOTAL
100
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DISTRICT IV STANDARD FLOWER SHOW
DIVISION II HORTICULTURE
SECTION A. “JUNIOR’S FARM”
by: Paul McCartney
BRANCHES OF TREES AND SHRUBS
ELIGIBLE FOR THE ARBOREAL AWARD: Exhibit must be properly named (Genus, species, Cultivar or
variety if possible.) Specimen should have several nodes present including the apical end. Branches
must be a minimum of 18" and maximum of 30" in length. Needled evergreen branches will be staged
on an aluminum railing. Staging chairman will assist. All trees and shrubs are eligible; vines are not
eligible. Exhibitor may enter more than one branch as long as it is a different Genus, species, cultivar or
variety. All fresh plant material and branches must show signs of forcing. Be sure your specimens are
wedged properly. The exhibitor is to provide a clear, transparent glass bottle with water for the
specimen for Classes 2, 3, 4 and 5.
CLASS 1.
Needled Evergreen (1) one branch.
a. Abies
b. Chamaecyparis
c. Juniperus
d. Picea
e. Pinus
f. Taxus
g. Thuga
h. Tusga
i. Any other Needled Evergreen.
CLASS 2.
Forced Flowering Branches of Trees and Shrubs.
a. Forsythia
b. Hamamelis c. Salix
d. Any other Flowering Branch.
CLASS 3.
Broadleaf Evergreens.
a. Ilex
b. Buxus
c. Rhododendron
d. Any other Broadleaf Evergreen.
CLASS 4
Deciduous Branches.
a. Acer
b. Betula
c. Any other Deciduous Branch.
CLASS 5.
Branches of Unusual Character.
a. Corylus (Harry Lauder)
b. Euonymus (winged)
c. Salix (curly willow)
d. Any other Branch of Unusual Character.
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SECTION B. “WITH A LITTLE BIT OF LUCK”
My Fair Lady Musical
FLOWERING CONTAINER-GROWN PLANTS
Eligible for an Award of Merit: Entries scoring 95 or above are eligible.
Double Potting: Placing a container having a drainage hole inside another with a more attractive
appearance; outer container usually lacks a drainage hole. Inner pot must be concealed.
CLASS 6.
CLASS 7.
CLASS 8.
CLASS 9.
Saintpaulia: Standard African Violet single crown per container.
Saintpaulia: Large Variety African Violet
Orchids.
a. Catteya
b. Cymbidium
c. Miltonia
d. Paphiopedilum
e. Phalaenopsis
f. Oncidium
g. Vanda
h. Any Other Orchid
a. Bromeliad
b. Any Other Flowering Container Plant
SECTION C. “LADY LUCK”
by: Lloyd Price
FOLIAGE CONTAINER-GROWN PLANTS.
ELIGIBLE FOR AN AWARD OF MERIT. Entries scoring 95 or above are eligible. Double Potting is allowed
and encouraged.
CLASS 10.
Foliage Container Grown Plant
a. Aglaonema modestum
b. A commutatum (Chinese Evergreen)
c. Philodendron oxycardium (Heart-leaf Philodendron)
d. Dieffenbachia species (Dumb cane)
e. Sanseveria trifasciata (Mother-in-law-tongue), (Snake Plant)
f. Plectranthus auistralis (Swedish Ivy)
g. Cissus rhombifolia (Grape Ivy)
h. Spathiphyllum species (Peace Lily)
i. Dracaena sp. (Dracena)
j. Chlorophytum comosum (Spider Plant)
k. Hedera helix (English Ivy)
l. Crassula argentea (Jade Plant)
m. Any other foliage container grown plant
CLASS 11.
Ferns.
a. Adiantum (Maidenhair)
c. Cibotium (Mexican Tree Fern)
b. Aglaomorpha (Bear's Paw)
d. Asplenium ( Bird's Nest)
e. Davallia (Hare's Foot)
g. Didymochlaena (Cloak)
i. N. exaltata whitmanii (Lace)
k. Platycerium grande (Regal Elkhorn)
m. Polystichum (Prickly Shield)
f. Dicksonia (New Zeeland
h. N.exaltata bostoniensis (Boston)
j. Pellaea (Button)
l. Platycerium bifurcatum (Staghorn)
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CLASS 12.
CLASS 13.
CLASS 14.
CLASS 15.
CLASS 16.
CLASS 17.
Herbs
a. Ocimum (Basil)
d. Origanum (Marjoram)
g. Petroselinum (Parsley)
I. Salvia (Sage)
b. Laurus (Bay)
c. Allium (Chives)
e. Mentha (Mint)
f. Origanum (Oregano)
h. Rosmarinus (Rosemary)
j. Thymus (Thyme)
k. Any Other Herb
Cacti HB. p. 126
a. Astrophytum
c. Cephalocerus
e. Echinocactus
h. Mammillaria
k. Stenocereus
m. Chamaercereus Silvestril
p. Mammillaria geminispiha
r. Rubutia Albipilosa
Succulents HB. p 126
a. Abrometitiella
d. Agave
g. Avonia
j. Echeveria
m. Haworthia
p. Kalanchoe
s. Pachypodium
v. Sempervivum
x. Stapelia
z. Any other succulent
b. Austrocephalocerus
d. Cereus
f. Echinopsis
g. Epiphyllum
i. Opuntia
j. Parodia
l. Asclepiadaceae (stapelia)
o. Rebutia Albopectinata
q. Mammillaria klissingiana
r. Any other cactus
b. Adenium
c. Adromischus
e. Albuca
f. Aloe
h. Cissus
i. Crassula
k. Euphorbia
l. Gasteria
n. Hoodia
o. Hoya
q. Lithops
r. Pachyphytum
t. Sansevieria
u. Sedum
w. Schlumbergera (Christmas Cactus)
y. Zygocactus (Thanksgiving Cactus)
Combination Plantings Cacti
Combination Plantings Succulents
Any Other Combination
SECTION D. “The Long and Winding Road”
by: Paul McCartney
ELIGIBLE FOR AN AWARD OF MERIT. The plants in this section must have been in your possession for
three (3) or more years.
CLASS 18.
Any Plant three (3) to five (5) years old
CLASS 19.
CLASS 20.
Any Plant five (6) to ten (10) years old
Any Plant over eleven (11) years old
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SECTION E. “HAPPY TOGETHER”
by: The Turtles
COLLECTIONS HB P. 114-117
Eligible for for the Collectors Showcase Award. Scale of Points HB. p. 302
CLASS 21.
CLASS 24.
CLASS 25.
Herbs
Bulbs
Any other collection
DIVISION III
SPECIAL EXHIBITS
Special exhibits in the Show include:
Educational, Artistic Crafts and Photography
The Educational Exhibits are eligible for an Educational Award when the following requirements
are met: must be Eighteen (18) square feet. It is not mandatory that plant material be included
in all Educational Exhibits, however, the use of some plant material is encouraged by NGC, Inc.
Judged from three (3) feet, directly at center-front at least three (3) feet from exhibit, by the
NGC Standard System of Awarding. HB P. 5
SPECIAL EXHIBITS:
“PAPERBACK WRITER”
by: The Beatles
Consultant: Lynn Miller: 818-676-2274
Eligible for the Educational Top Exhibitor Award. All exhibits staged on a table six (6) feet long
and twenty-four inches in depth.
Exhibit 1.
“Wild Ones”: A display focusing on the use of native plants.
Exhibit 2.
“Mason Bees” Exhibit will highlight the NGC Bee GAP (Gardeners Adding
Pollinators) Special Project.
Exhibit 3.
“National Garden Club Standard System of Awarding”: Insures fair and
objective evaluation of all exhibits.
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Exhibit 4.
“Landscape Design 101”: developed for Blandford School Students in
Grand Rapids, MI. Intent of program is to allow students to investigate environmental
careers, learn the fundamentals of landscape design, including site analysis, design
principles, site plan and horticulture that are used in sustainable landscapes.
Scale of Points for Educational Exhibits
Educational Value…………………………………………………………………………………60
Interest to viewers…………………………….25
Clear, Concise presentation……………….15
Adequate educational signs, tags………10
Follows NGC, Inc. objectives………………10
Staging………………………………………………………………………………………………….20
Craftsmanship, technique………………….10
Distinction…………………………………………..10
Creativity and Expression………………………………………………………………………20
Total Score
HB P. 304
100
ARTISTIC CRAFTS
Eligible for the Artistic Craft Award
Consultant: Deannie Picciotti 616-399-2323
Exhibits using plant material to combine horticulture, design and craft work to add interest and
beauty to a flower show. All exhibits must contain some plant material, but if treated to alter
its external appearance, it may only be used as dried plant material. Artificial plant material is
not permitted. Artistic Crafts are judged from a distance of three (3) feet directly in front.
Crafts are judged by the Design Principles. HB P. 53
Artistic Craft Classes:
CLASS 10.
“PUTTING ON A HAPPY FACE”
“MAKE BELIEVE TOWN”
by: Tony Bennett
Bye Bye Birdie Musical
by: Peter, Paul & Mary
A decorated children’s chair. Staged on an 8’ table in a 32” space.
CLASS 11.
“THE BEAT GOES ON”
by: Sonny & Cher
A decorated percussion instrument. Staged on an 8’ table in a 24” space.
Creative Staging provided by the exhibitor.
CLASS 12.
“HANDY MAN”
by: Jimmy Jones
A decorated tool. Staged in a 24” x 24” space.
Creative Staging provided by the exhibitor.
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Scale of Points for Artistic Crafts
HB. p. 304
Conformance…………………………………………………………………………………..25
Design……………………………………………………………………………………………..30
Craftsmanship and Technique………………………………………………………….25
Distinction………………………………………………………………………………………..20
TOTAL SCORE
100
PHOTOGRAPHY
1. Intended to stimulate gardening interest, photographic abilities and NGC objectives.
2. Schedule determines the type of photography, exhibit, staging and number of entries.
 All exhibits should relate to horticulture, gardening or other objectives of NGC.
 Image size shall be determined by the schedule.
 Images should be matted and may be over matted. No frames permitted.
 Images should be hung or displayed vertically for judging and viewing with creative staging
encouraged.
 Exhibitors are encouraged to name photographed plant material, if identifiable with
scientific names.
 The photo may be enhanced to include in-camera changes and post production changes, to
include cropping and other filters and dark room techniques.
 First, second, third and honorable mention ribbons may be awarded in accordance with the
NGC Standard System of Awarding. HB P. 5.
3. Judging consideration shall include creativity, composition, technical merit/ quality of the image,
conformance/ interpretation, distinction/ WOW factor.
4. Judging shall be done by camera club judges, professional photographers or qualified
photography judges if a competent evaluation is to be done and ribbons awarded.
5. Not eligible for exhibiting credits or any NGC Top Exhibitor Award.
PHOTOGRAPHY:
“YOU WERE NEVER LOVELIER”
Musical
Consultant: L. Miller 616-676-2274
CLASS 1.
“GREENFIELDS”
by: The Brothers Four
Scenic photo: photo of a landscape scene
1-a
Color 4” x 6”
1-b
Color 8” x 10”
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CLASS 2.
“SWINGIN’ SUMMER”
Musical 1965
Plant portrait: photo of an individual plant or small group of plants
2-a
Black and White 4” x 6”
2-b
Color 8” x 10”
CLASS 3
“WONDERFUL WORLD”
by: Sam Cooke
Plant detail: close up photo showing some detail of the plant examined
3-a
Color 4” x 6”
3-b
Black and White 8” x 10”
Note: Photography is judged by the Design Scale of Points on HB Pg. 303
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PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Design, Horticulture Entries, Special Exhibits and Photography
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE REGISTERED. Entry cards will be filled out by the Design and Horticulture
Chairmen.
Mail to: Lynn Miller; 427 Adaway SE, Ada, MI 49301
Email: lmmiller.garden@yahoo.com by February 23, 2015
Exhibitor’s Name: ___________________________Club:_____________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
Email: ___________________________ Phone: ____________________________
DIVISION I DESIGN:
Section:________________ Class:_____________ Title:______________________
Section:________________ Class: ____________ Title: ______________________
Section: _______________ Class: _____________ Title: _____________________
DIVISION II HORTICULTURE:
Section: _______________ Class: _________Botanical name: ____________________
Section: _______________Class:__________ Botanical name: ____________________
Section: _______________Class: __________Botanical name: ____________________
Section: _______________ Class: __________Botanical name:___________________
SPECIAL EXHIBITS:
Photography: Class (i.e. Class 2a)________________________________________________
Artistic Crafts: Class (i.e. Class 10)_______________________________________________
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Michigan Garden Club District IV
Method of Earning Funds by Participation
In the District IV Flower Show
Show Span provides funds to District IV for staging a Standard Flower Show during the
Grand Rapids Home and Garden Show the first weekend in March at DeVos Place. These funds
are divided up among the garden clubs in District IV, based on their participation in the flower
show. The funds are distributed to member clubs by the following point system:

One (1) Point: for every 2 hours of volunteer work while preparing for and working
during the flower show. Hours earned by Flower Show Committee Chairs and/or
Committee Members prior to the Flower Show need to be documented and turned into
the Flower Show Chairman by the second weekend in March. This includes Judges
Chair, Clerks Chair, Awards Chair, Entries Chair, Judges Luncheon Chair, Hospitality
Chair, Schedule Chair, Staging Chair, Signage Chair, Publicity Chair, Special Exhibits Chair
and Photographer. Each committee chairman is responsible for turning in hours of those
serving on their committee.
1. Hours will need to be documented and turned into the flower show chairman by the
second weekend in March.
2. Hostesses, clerks, set-up, classification, and placement committee members will sign
in and out during the flower show and the sheet will be given to the flower show
chairman at the end of the event.

One (1) Point: For each Horticulture entry and photography entry.

Two (2) Points: For each Floral Design, Artistic Craft and Educational Exhibit entered by
an individual or garden club.
The flower show chairman is responsible for turning in the total number of entries in the
flower show along with the flower show expenses to Show Span by April 1st. The check for
participating in the flower show will be sent to the chairman of the show by Show Span. She
will send it to the District IV Treasurer with a list of the points received by each garden club and
the amount each is to receive. The checks will be mailed to the president of each club by the
treasurer.
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2.
3/6/15
3.
There are 3 Divisions:
Design = 1
Horticulture = 2
Special Exhibits = 3
4.
etc.)
Which “Section” (A, B, C,
in the Division are you
entering?
5.
Which “Class” number under
your chosen Section are you
entering an exhibit?
6.
An entry number will be
assigned to you. Place that
number is space 6.
7.
For Horticulture list the full
botanical name of your
entry. (Genus, species
Common Name”)
8.
Optional: fill in your name or
you may use an address label
9.
Optional: fill in your address
10.
Fill in the Garden Club name
in which you are a member.
(you do not have to belong to a
Garden club to enter)

D
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