IOWA STATE FAIR * AUGUST 13-23, 2015 * FLORICULTURE
FLORICULTURE
Agriculture Building
Superintendent - Jennifer Joos, Urbandale
Floriculture exhibits will be open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. each day of the Fair.
Sweepstakes Plaque and a Reserve Sweepstakes Plaque for Iowa State Fair Show Off Your Talent exhibits will be presented Friday, August 21.
Sweepstakes is based on the following score: Queen of Arrangements - 4 points; Princess of Arrangements - 3 points; Prince of Arrangements - 2 points;
Blue Ribbon - 1 point. This award is offered in the Show Off Your Talent classes only.
Court of Honor Rosettes:
Queen of Arrangements Second Best Junior Seed Picture (Div. A & B, Classes 55-58)
Princess of Arrangements
Best Intermediate Exhibit (Classes 59-63)
Prince of Arrangements
Second Best Intermediate Exhibit (Classes 59-63)
Best Junior Exhibit (Div. A & B, Classes 50-54)
Best Intermediate Seed Picture (Classes 64-67)
Second Best Junior Exhibit (Div. A & B, Classes 50-54)
Second Best Intermediate Seed Picture (Classes 64-67)
Best Junior Seed Picture (Div. A & B, Classes 55-58)
Judging Schedule:
Thursday, August 13
10:00 a.m. Junior and Intermediate
12:00 Noon
Flower Show
Saturday, August 15
10:00 a.m. Rose Show
12:00 Noon
Flower Show
Sunday, August 16
8:00 a.m. Bonsai Show
Monday, August 17
12:00 Noon
Flower Show and Potted Plant Show
Wednesday, August 19
10:00 a.m. Gladiolus Show
12:00 Noon
Flower Show
Friday, August 21
12:00 Noon
Flower Show
Saturday, August 22
10:00 a.m. Dahlia Show
RULES
1. SUBMITTING ENTRIES. Entries may be made online at www.iowastatefairentry.org. Entries may also be made on the form available online at
www.iowastatefair.org. Complete the entry form and return it with full payment of all fees to: Iowa State Fair, Iowa Family Living Department, P.O.
Box 57130, Des Moines, Iowa 50317-0003.
2. ENTRY DEADLINE IS JULY 1. Entries must be submitted or postmarked on or before July 1.
3. ENTRY FEE. Each exhibitor, as a requirement for entry, will pay an entry fee. Tags will be issued based on the number listed on the entry form. No
additional tags will be issued. Please list the exact number of tags you would like to receive.
No. Tags/Entries (Open Classes)............................Fee
1-10.............................................................................$ 5
11-20........................................................................... 10
21-40........................................................................... 15
41-60........................................................................... 20
61-100..........................................................................25
101-150........................................................................30
151-200........................................................................35
201-250........................................................................40
251-300........................................................................45
301 and over................................................................50
4. LATE ENTRIES. Double entry fees will be charged for all entries submitted online or postmarked July 2 - July 8. No entries will be accepted after
July 8.
5. Exhibitors who bring entries in during the Fair will be required to pay admission. Discounted tickets at $8 each for adults or $4 each for children 6-11
years old will be available for purchase on the entry form. Vehicle permits should also be purchased in advance at $8 per day. Each exhibitor is limited
to two ongrounds lot permits per day. Any additional passes will be issued for Lot Y. Please indicate permit days on entry form. A vehicle permit is
required for admittance of vehicle on the Fairgrounds, August 13-23. Vehicle permits are required to park in Fairgrounds lots on a space available
basis.
6. Entries are open to individuals, garden clubs and other groups from any state. You do not need to belong to a plant society to enter.
7. Individuals, groups or clubs are limited to one entry in each class unless otherwise specified.
8. Entry tags will be mailed to you. Entry tags must be completed and placed with your entries prior to judging.
9. Where color is mentioned, unless the exact shade is specified, all shades or varieties coming under the major color compete together in mixed colors,
the one predominating shall classify.
10. In all artistic design divisions fresh and/or dried plant material is required in all classes. No potted plants. A minimum amount of painting is permitted
on dried plant material in all classes. No painting is permitted on fresh plant material. One or more accessories is permitted if so desired, unless
otherwise stated. Contrived flowers may be used. Only real feathers permitted. No artificial flowers, foliage or primary and secondary noxious weeds
are permitted in any classes.
11. Backgrounds, containers, bases, etc., portraying the American flag will be permitted in any exhibit only if they are done tastefully.
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12. WEEDS MAY NOT BE USED IN YOUR ARRANGEMENTS. An exhibit using any of the plant material listed below will be disqualified.
IOWA WEED LAW, CHAPTER 317, CODE OF IOWA, 1997
ArtichokeHorsenettleRussian Knapweed
BuckhornLeafy SpurgeShattercane
Buckhorn PlantainMultifora RoseSheep Sorrel
Bull ThistleMusk ThistleSmooth Dock **
ButterprintPerennial Pepper-grassSour Dock
Canada ThistlePerennial SowthistleTall Thistle
Cocklebur **Poison HemlockTeasel **
Curly Dock **PuncturevineVelvetleaf
Field BindweedQuackgrassWild Carrot (Queen Anne Lace) **
Hoary CressRed SorrelWild Mustard
Wild Sunflower
** Most likely to show up in dried arrangements
13. Exhibits MUST be in place with the entry tag attached by the time of judging listed earlier. Entries will not be judged if not in place by designated
time.
14. All exhibitors must have their exhibits checked by the Superintendent before leaving the area.
15. All containers, etc., should be well marked underneath.
16. The Management reserves the right to reject entries from exhibitors who have entered classes previously and whose exhibits have not been of
suitable quality.
17. All exhibits must be kept in good condition throughout the show. Wilted material must be replaced each day. Nothing can be removed from an exhibit
without the Superintendent’s permission. The Superintendent shall have the right to remove or exclude from the hall, at any time, any exhibit or part
thereof which is unsightly.
18. Same containers and accessories cannot be used twice in succession in the table, pedestals, niches, mantels, small design and hanging designs.
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20. 21.
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Any premium may be withheld at the discretion of the judge.
Premiums will be withheld from exhibitors who remove exhibits before 8:50 p.m. on August 23.
Exhibits must have a valid entry tag attached. Exhibits without a valid entry tag attached will not be judged.
If you have any questions about containers, etc., contact: Jennifer Joos, 3708 132nd Circle, Urbandale, IA 50323; 515/778-1669; jsjoos@yahoo.com.
SHOW OFF YOUR TALENT - DIVISION 201
Amount Offered.....................................................................................$1,620
Premiums................................................................................$15, 14, 13, 12
DESIGNS
Thursday, August 13 through Friday, August 14
CLASS
1
2
3
4
5
6
Going Green - tints, tones, shades of green
Sea of Tranquility - expanse of water
Wooden Nickel - using wood in design
Light My Fire - using lantern or candle in design
Super Bowl - your interpretation
Busy as a Bee - hanging design to be hung on props provided by Management
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8
9
10
11
12
Saturday, August 15 through Sunday, August 16
Singing the Blues - tints, tones, shades of blue
Sunset Cruise - expanse of water
Knock on Wood - using wood in design
Roll the Dice - using dice in design
Drake Relays - your interpretation
Jumping Through Hoops - hanging design to be hung on props provided by Management
13
14
15
16
17
18
Monday, August 17 through Tuesday, August 18
Purple Rain - tints, tones, shades of purple
Treasure Island - expanse of water
Sticks & Stones - using wood in design
I’m a Little Teapot - using teapot in design
World Soccer Cup - your interpretation
Hang ‘em High - hanging design to be hung on props provided by Management
19
20
21
22
23
24
Wednesday, August 19 through Thursday, August 20
Yellow Submarine - tints, tones, shades of yellow
Land of Lakes - expanse of water
Wooden Spoon - using wood in design
House of Cards - using playing card(s) in design
World Series of Poker - your interpretation
Bird in the Hand - hanging design to be hung on props provided by Management
Friday, August 21 through Saturday, August 22
25
Pretty in Pink - tints, tones, shades of pink
26
Raging River - expanse of water
27
Pick Up Sticks - using wood in design
28
When Pigs Fly - your interpretation
297th Inning Stretch - your interpretation
30
The Sky’s the Limit - hanging design to be hung on props provided by Management
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JUNIOR AND INTERMEDIATE DIVISIONS
Amount Offered.....................................................................................$1,257
SPECIAL RULES
General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
Entries are limited to exhibitors 16 years and under. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in each class. Exhibits must be the work of the youth
exhibiting.
Plants must have been potted at least four to six weeks before the Fair. If plants do not stand up during the Fair because they were not potted soon
enough, the award will be withheld.
Seed Picture Classes: Any type of grain (including rice) and/or seeds (colored or naturally grown) may be used. Seeds, grain or rice may be painted
or colored. Dried plant material may be used; no weeds permitted. All pictures must be on a wood background and ready to be hung.
Junior and Intermediate Classes will be staged on Thursday, August 13 by 10:00 a.m. You may also drop off your exhibits on Wednesday, August 12
from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. They will remain in place until Sunday, August 23 at 8:50 p.m. If they are not picked up by 9:00 p.m., they will be available
for pick up on Monday, August 24 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Agriculture Building.
A trophy will be awarded to the best seed picture in each age division. Pick up trophy after judging on August 13.
JUNIOR DIVISION A - DIVISION 202
Exhibitors 7 years and under
Premiums in Classes 50A through 53A................................$9, 8, 8, 7, 6, 6
CLASS
50A
Small Stuff - a design in a container of your choice not over five inches tall or wide, all dried and/or treated plant material; no plastic or silk plant material. No accessories.
51A
Sea Shore - a design with dried and/or other treated plant material, embedded in sand in a metal pie tin. Shells and other accessories may be used.
52A
Easter Basket - a design in a basket primarily using dried flowers and/or other treated plant material. Accessories may be used.
53A
Fish - a fish made by using any type of dried and/or treated plant material
54A
Patio Planter - three or more different plants in a container with the names of the plants included. Make sure to plant these at least 4 weeks prior to the Fair so they are established in their container. Premiums - $6, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5
55A
56A
57A
58A
SEED PICTURES
Premiums in Classes 55A through 58A............................$9, 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7
Fish - on wood background, not to exceed 8x10 inches, ready to be hung.
Race Car - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
Ferris Wheel - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
Christmas Tree - on a wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
JUNIOR DIVISION B - DIVISION 202
Exhibitors 8 through 12 years of age
Premiums in Classes 50B through 53B................................$9, 8, 8, 7, 6, 6
CLASS
50B
Small Stuff - a design in a container of your choice not over five inches tall or wide, all dried and/or treated plant material; no plastic or silk plant material. No accessories.
51B
Sea Shore - a design with dried and/or other treated plant material, embedded in sand in a metal pie tin. Shells and other accessories may be used.
52B
Easter Basket - a design in a basket primarily using dried flowers and/or other treated plant material. Accessories may be used.
53B
Fish - a fish made by using any type of dried and/or treated plant material
54B
Patio Planter - three or more different plants in a container with the names of the plants included. Make sure to plant these at least 4 weeks prior to the Fair so they are established in their container. Premiums - $6, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5
55B
56B
57B
58B
SEED PICTURES
Premiums in Classes 55B through 58B............................$9, 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7
Fish - on wood background, not to exceed 8x10 inches, ready to be hung
Race Car - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
Ferris Wheel - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
Christmas Tree - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
INTERMEDIATE DIVISION - DIVISION 203
Exhibitors 13 through 16 years of age
Premiums in Classes 59 through 62.....................................$9, 8, 8, 7, 6, 6
CLASS
59
Small Stuff - a design in a container of your choice not over five inches tall or wide, all dried and/or treated plant material; no plastic or silk plant material. No accessories.
60
Sea Shore - a design with dried and/or other treated plant material, embedded in sand in a metal pie tin. Shells and other accessories may be used.
61
Easter Basket - a design in a basket primarily using dried flowers and/or other treated plant material. Accessories may be used.
62
Fish - a fish made by using any type of dried and/or treated plant material
63
Patio Planter - three or more different plants in a container with the names of the plants included. Make sure to plant these at least 4 weeks prior to the Fair so they are established in their container. Premiums - $6, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5
64
65
66
67
SEED PICTURES
Premiums in Classes 64 through 67.................................$9, 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7
Fish - on wood background, not to exceed 8x10 inches, ready to be hung
Race Car - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
Ferris Wheel - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
Christmas Tree - on wood background, not to exceed 14x18 inches, ready to be hung
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ROSES - DIVISION 204
Amount Offered........................................................................................$831
Saturday, August 15
SPECIAL RULES
1. General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
2. Exhibits must be in place by 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 15.
3. Any number of entries may be made by each exhibitor in any one class. Bottles and display boxes will be furnished for entries.
4. All blooms must have been grown by the exhibitor outdoors in his/her own garden. Rose bloom of Hybrid Teas and Grandiflora Single Bloom must
be exhibited without side buds. Side buds will disqualify bloom. Roses must be named. Please put name of rose under class number at the top of
the entry tag.
5. American Rose Society Rules regarding the eligibility of varieties, types and color classifications will govern all entries. Roses will be judged by
accredited judges beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Premiums in Classes 68 through 163.............................................. $3, 2, 1
Section I - Hybrid Teas - Single Stem - Single Bloom
CLASS
68Pristine
69Crystalline
70
Any other white, near white or white blend
71Elina
72
Any other yellow
73
St. Patrick
74
Any other yellow blend
75Folklore
76
Touch of Class
77
Any other orange, orange red, orange blend or orange pink
78
New Zealand
79
Any other light pink
80
Affirm
81
Any other medium pink
82
Hot Princess
83
Any other deep pink
84Gemini
85
Any other pink blend
86Olympiad
87Dublin
88
Any other medium red
89
Perfectly Red
90
Veteran’s Honor
91
Any other dark red
92
Double Delight
93
Any other red blend
94Neptune
95Paradise
96
Any other mauve or mauve blend
97
Any other color not listed
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
Section II - Single Grandifloras - Single Stem - Single Bloom or Sprays - one bloom may qualify for Queen, King, Princess or Prince
Any white or white blend
Any mauve or mauve blend
Any yellow or yellow blend
Any orange or orange blend, orange pink-orange red
Any pink or pink blend
Any red or red blend
Any color or color blend not listed
Section III - Shrubs - Climbers & Old Garden Roses - One Stem or Lateral Branch - One Bloom or Spray
105
Classic Shrubs (HKov, HMoy, HMsk, HRg and HWick)
106
Modern Shrub - rose name with (s) the only class listing
107
Species Roses by name
108
Old Garden Rose - registered before 1866
109
Old Garden Rose - registered after 1867
110Polyanthas
111 Large flowered climber
112 Any other climbing rose
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
Section IV - Floribundas - Either single or multi-bloom on one stem
Any white or white blend
Any yellow or yellow blend
Any apricot or apricot blend
Any orange or orange blend
Any mauve or mauve blend
Any orange pink or orange red
Any light or medium pink
Any deep pink or pink blend
Any red blend
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123
Any red - medium or dark
Any color not listed above
Section V - Miniature Roses - Single Stem - One Bloom qualifies for Queen, King or Princess of Show in Miniature Roses
124Irresistible
125
Baldo Villegas
126
Any other white
127Fairhope
128
Any other yellow
129
Bee’s Knees
130Conundrum
131
Hot Tamale
132
Any other yellow blend
133Pierrine
134
Any other orange or orange red or orange blend or orange pink
135Giggles
136
Millie Walters
137
Any other light pink, medium pink, deep pink
138Joy
139
Tiffany Lynn
140
Any other pink blend
141
Miss Flippins
142
Daddy Frank
143
Any other red
144Kristin
145
Glowing Amber
146
Double Take
147
Any other red blend
148Incognito
149
Dr. John Dickman
150
Any other mauve
151
Nancy Jean
152
Any other apricot or apricot blend or russet
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166
167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
175
176
Section VI - Miniature Spray - Naturally grown with more than one bloom or bud
White or white blend
Yellow or yellow blend
Orange pink and orange red
Light, medium, dark pinks
Orange and orange blend
Pink blends
Red - medium and dark
Red blends
Apricot and apricot blends
Any mauve and mauve blends
Any color not listed
Section VII - Miscellaneous Roses
Collection of five miniatures at exhibition stage - one or more varieties - $5, 4, 3
Collection of three miniature sprays at exhibition stage - one or more varieties - $5, 4, 3
Miniature English Bench - six exhibition blooms, no foliage permitted (sepals may be removed); one or more varieties. In a box provided by
Management - $5, 4, 3
Three miniature blooms of same variety showing cycle of bloom - one full open bloom (stamens must show), one exhibition type bloom, one in
bud stage - color must show - $5, 4, 3
Three miniature blooms at exhibition stage - same variety - $5, 4, 3
A Small One - design and container of your choice, using garden grown miniature roses with or without other plant material - $6, 5, 4, 3
Design Class - “Daydreaming” - container and design of your choice using roses with or without other plant material; no noxious weeds
permitted - $15, 14, 13, 12
One bloom - Hybrid Tea or Grandiflora any variety, full blown, stamens must show - $5, 4, 3
Collection of three Hybrid Teas - one or more varieties - $6, 5, 4
Collection of three Grandifloras - one or more varieties, either one bloom or spray - $6, 5, 4
Three Hybrid Teas or Grandifloras of same variety showing cycle of bloom - one full open bloom (stamens must show), one exhibition type
bloom, one in bud stage - color must show - $6, 5, 4
English Bench - six exhibition Hybrid Teas or Grandifloras specimen blooms, no foliage permitted, sepals may be removed, may be one variety
or different ones. Box furnished by Management - $6, 5, 4
Collection of three Floribundas - one or more varieties, either single and/or spray - $6, 5, 4
Court of Honor
Queen of Show Hybrid Tea/Grandiflora (Classes 68-104)............................$5
King of Show Hybrid Tea/Grandiflora (Classes 68-104)...............................$4
Princess of Show Hybrid Tea/Grandiflora (Classes 68-104) ........................$3
Best Grandiflora Spray (Classes 98-104).....................................................$2
Best Shrub, Classic, Modern, Other Shrub (Classes 105-106)....................$2
Best Old Garden Rose (Classes 108 -109)..................................................$2
Best Climbing Rose - all varieties (Classes 111-112)...................................$2
Best Floribunda - Single or Spray (Classes 113-123)...................................$2
Queen of Miniatures of Show (Classes 124-152).........................................$5
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King of Miniatures of Show (Classes 124-152).............................................$4
Princess of Miniatures (Classes 124-152)....................................................$3
Best Miniature Spray (Classes 153-163)......................................................$2
BONSAI - DIVISION 205
Amount Offered........................................................................................$200
Premiums............................................................................................$8, 6, 3
Best of Show.............................................................................................$30
Sunday, August 16
SPECIAL RULES
1. General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
2. Novice is defined as an exhibitor that has not received a blue ribbon from an accredited Bonsai Show.
3. Best of Show to be chosen before judging for ribbon premiums.
4. Exhibits must be in place by 8:00 a.m. and remain until 7:00 p.m. Judging will be done by a qualified judge - starting at 8:00 a.m.
CLASS
177
Novice - any tree, any style
178
Open - any tree, any style
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SOMETHING DIFFERENT - POTTED PLANTS, BLOOMING AND NON-BLOOMING, NAMED - DIVISION 206
Amount Offered........................................................................................$240
Premiums in Classes 184 through 191.....................................$8, 7, 6, 5, 4
Monday, August 17 through Friday, August 21
SPECIAL RULES
General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
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Exhibits must be in place by Noon on Monday, August 17. Ribbons and plants may be picked up from 7:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m. on Friday, August 21.
An exhibitor may make one or more entries as he/she desires as long as they are not the same variety. All entries must be identified by variety on a
separate sheet attached to the entry tag. No accessories in potted plants.
CLASS
184 African Violet(s) - one or more violets, or other plants in that family, blooming in a container of your choice
185
Coleus - one or more coleus grown for foliage in a container of your choice
186 Other Flowering Plants - one or more flowering plants blooming in a container of your choice
187 Cacti or Succulent Plants - one or more cacti or succulent plants in a container of your choice
188 Beauty of the Leaves - one or more potted plants grown for the beauty of the leaves in a container of your choice
189 Orchids - any type
190
Dish Garden - a collection in a shallow dish, no larger than six inches deep, five or more plants, must be compatible, natural accessories may
be used
191
Fairy Garden - a miniature landscape in a shallow container, no more than six inches deep, five or more plants that are compatible, man-made
accessories must be used and container must be less than twelve inches x twelve inches
GLADIOLUS - DIVISION 207
Amount Offered........................................................................................$417
Wednesday, August 19 through Friday, August 21
SWEEPSTAKES
A rosette and $5 in memory of John J. Witmer will be awarded to the exhibitor with the highest number of points in the Gladiolus Division. Scoring is
based on 10 points for each first place and one point less for each successive lower placing.
SPECIAL RULES
1. General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
2. Exhibits must be in place by 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19.
3. All entries must be grown by the exhibitor.
4. The classification, compiled by the North American Gladiolus Council, shall determine the color and size in all classes where color and size are
mentioned and shall be the final authority.
5. An exhibitor may make any number of entries in any class, but it is not permissible to make more than three entries of any one variety in the same
class.
CLASS
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
202
203
204
205
206
SINGLE SPIKE GLADIOLUS
Premiums in Classes 192 through 222.............................................$3, 2, 2
White, Green (100-105, 200-205) Cream, Yellow (110-117, 210-217)
Orange (120-127, 220-227) Salmon (130-135, 230-235)
Pink, L. Red (140-153, 240-253)
M.D. Red, Rose (154-169, 254-269)
Lavender, Violets, Smokies (170-199, 270-299)
White (300-301)
Green, P.L.M. Yellow (302-315)
D. Yellow, Orange (316-327)
Salmon, Pink (330-347)
Red, Rose (352-369)
Lavender (370-379)
Violet, Smokies (380-399)
White (400)
White W/M, Green (401-405)
P. Yellow (410-411) L. Yellow (412-413) M.D. Yellow (414-417)
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208
209
210
211
212
213
214
215
216
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
P.L. Orange (420-421) M.D. Orange (424-427)
L.M. Salmon (432-435) D. Salmon, P. Pink (436-441)
L. Pink (442-443)
M. Pink (444), M. Pink W/M, D. Pink (445-447)
L. Red (452-453)
M.D. Black Red (454-459)
Rose (460-469)
Lavender (470-477)
D. Lavender, Violet, Smokies (478-499)
White, Green, Yellow (500-517)
Orange (520-527) Salmon (530-537)
Pink, Red (540-557)
Black Red, Rose (558-569)
Lavender, Violet, Smokies (570-599)
Seedling-Sizes (100,200,300)
Seedling-Sizes (400,500)
THREE SPIKE GLADIOLUS
Premiums in Classes 223 through 227.............................................$7, 6, 5
All (200-299, 100-199)
All (300-399)
White through Salmon (400-437)
Pink through Smokies (440-499)
All (500-599)
Design Class - “Sunrise Sunset” - container and design of your choice using Gladiolus with or without other plant material; no noxious weeds
permitted - $15, 14, 13, 12
Court of Honor
Grand Champion Single Spike (Classes 192-220).......................................$5
Reserve Champion Single Spike (Classes 192-220)....................................$4
Runner-up to Reserve Champion Single Spike (Classes 192-220)..............$3
Grand Champion Miniature or Seedling (Classes 221-222).........................$2
Grand Champion Three Spike (Classes 223-227)........................................$8
Reserve Champion Three Spike (Classes 223-227)....................................$6
GLADIOLUS - NOVICES
Premiums in Classes 229 through 232.............................................$3, 2, 2
Novice Champion Spike will receive a rosette.
Single spike entries for new exhibitors not ready to compete with growers of open status. The exhibitor winning Champion Spike of this section automatically
removes him/herself from the novice status and must move up the following year in any show in which he/she may participate.
229
(100-200) All Colors Combined
230 (300) All Colors Combined
231 (400) All Colors Combined
232 (500) All Colors Combined
DAHLIAS - DIVISION 208
Amount Offered........................................................................................$806
Saturday, August 22 through Sunday, August 23
SWEEPSTAKES
A rosette and $5 in memory and honor of Jim & Judy Romer will be awarded to the exhibitor with the highest number of points in the Dahlias Division.
Scoring is based on 10 points for each first place and one point less for each successive lower placing.
SPECIAL RULES
1. General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
2. Exhibits must be in place by 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 22. Ribbons may be picked up after 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 23. Flowers must
remain in place until 8:50 p.m.
3. An exhibitor may make as many entries as he/she desires in any one class.
4. All entries must be identified by variety on entry tag.
Premiums in Classes 233 through 292.............................................$3, 2, 2
Decorative Dahlias - A Size
CLASS
233
White238
Light Pink243
Dark Red
234
Yellow239
Dark Pink244
Light Blend
235
Orange240
Lavender245
Dark Blend
236
Flame241
Purple246
Bi-color
237
Bronze
242
Red
247
Variegated
Decorative Dahlias - B & BB Size
248
White253
Light Pink258
Dark Red
249
Yellow254
Dark Pink259
Light Blend
250
Orange255
Lavender260
Dark Blend
251
Flame256
Purple261
Bi-color
252
Bronze
257
Red
262
Variegated
Cactus or Semi-Cactus - A Size
263
White268
Light Pink273
Dark Red
264
Yellow269
Dark Pink274
Light Blend
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265
Orange270
Lavender275
Dark Blend
266
Flame271
Purple276
Bi-color
267
Bronze
272
Red
277
Variegated
Cactus or Semi-Cactus - B & BB Size
278
White283
Light Pink288
Dark Red
279
Yellow284
Dark Pink289
Light Blend
280
Orange285
Lavender290
Dark Blend
281
Flame286
Purple291
Bi-color
282
Bronze
287
Red
292
Variegated
Dahlia Collections
Premiums in Classes 293 and 294..........................................$7, 6, 5
293
Entry consisting of four A size blooms - one formal, one informal, one cactus, one semi-cactus
294
Entry consisting of four B and/or BB size blooms - one formal, one informal, one cactus, one semi-cactus
Premiums in Classes 295 through 334...................................$2, 2, 1
Pompons
295
White299
Red303
Lavender
296
Yellow300
Dark Red304
Any Other Color
297 Bronze
301
Pink
298
Orange302
Purple
Miniatures
305
White310
Dark Red314
Any Other Color
306
Yellow311
Pink315
Blend
307
Bronze
312
Purple316
Bi-color
308
Orange313
Lavender317
Variegated
309Red
Balls
318
White322
Red326
Lavender
319
Yellow323
Dark Red327
Any Other Color
320
Bronze
324
Pink
328
Blend
321
Orange325
Purple
Water Lily
329
White333
Red336
Lavender
330
Yellow334
Pink337
Blend
331
Bronze
335
Purple
338
Any Other Color
332Orange
Any Other Type of Dahlia - Not Listed in Schedule
Any Color
Design Class - “Memories” - container and design of your choice; using Dahlias with or without other plant material; no noxious weeds
permitted - $15, 14, 13, 12
339
340
Court of Honor
Best Decorative A size bloom (Classes 233-247).........................................$4
Best Decorative B & BB size bloom (Classes 248-262)...............................$4
Best Cactus or Semi-cactus A size bloom (Classes 263-277)......................$4
Best Cactus or Semi-cactus B & BB size bloom (Classes 278-292)............$4
King of Show - (best single bloom, Classes 233-292)..................................$5
Prince of Show - (second best single bloom, Classes 233-292)..................$4
Princess of Show - (third best single bloom, Classes 233-292)...................$4
Best Collection (Classes 293-294)...............................................................$2
Best Pompon (Classes 295-304)..................................................................$2
Best Miniature (Classes 305-317)................................................................$2
Best Ball (Classes 318-328).........................................................................$2
Best Water Lily (Classes 329-338)...............................................................$2
Largest Decorative A & Cactus A (depth x diameter)....................................$4
341
342
343
344
Novice - Open to beginners who have never won a blue ribbon
Premiums in Classes 341 through 344.............................................$3, 2, 2
Rosette to Most Perfect Bloom
One Bloom - Any Color - Formal
One Bloom - Any Color - Informal
One Bloom - Any Color - Semi-Cactus
One Bloom - Any Color - Cactus
FLORICULTURE LIMITED CLASSES - DIVISION 209
Amount Offered in these Limited Classes.............................................$3,940
Thursday, August 13 through Sunday, August 23 at 8:50 p.m.
Court of Honor Rosettes:
Queen of DoorsPrincess of Exhibition Tables
Princess of DoorsQueen of Vignettes
Queen of Tables (including small and large)
Princess of Vignettes
Princess of Tables (including small and large)
Queen of Pedestals
Queen
of Exhibition TablesPrincess of Pedestals
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LIMITED CLASSES SPECIAL RULES
1. General Floriculture rules listed in the front of this department will apply. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.
2. Exhibitors must list their classes on the entry form. Exhibitors are encouraged to sign up for limited classes for the following year while at the Fair.
Exhibitors must send in an entry form with the classes listed and all entry fees by June 1st. Even if you sign up at the Fair, you are not guaranteed an
entry in that class. The classes will be opened up on June 1st for anyone submitting their payment of tags.
3. Each exhibitor in this division (Division 209), as a requirement for entry, shall pay an entry fee. Tags will be issued based on the number listed on the
entry form. No additional tags will be issued. Please list the exact number of tags you would like to receive.
No. Tags/Entries (Limited Classes).............. Fee
1-10...................................................................$ 10
11-20....................................................................15
21-40....................................................................20
41-60....................................................................25
61-100..................................................................30
4. In all artistic design divisions fresh and/or dried plant material is required in all classes, no potted plants. A minimum amount of painting is permitted
on dried plant material in all classes. No painting is permitted on fresh plant material. One or more accessories are permitted if so desired, unless
stated otherwise. Only real feathers permitted. No artificial flowers or foliage and no primary and secondary noxious weeds are permitted in
any class unless so stated. See list of weeds in general Floriculture rules.
5. Premiums will be withheld in Classes of Doors 420, 421, 431, 432, 442, 443, 453, 454, 464 and 465 if an exhibitor displays the same design as the
previous year.
GARDENS
Harvey’s Greenhouses at Adel will furnish several gardens inside and outside the Agriculture Building.
DOORS
Hangings should be at least 1/3 overall of the door. Background may be used. No construction or crepe paper used in the design or for a background.
Limited to the first four entries in each class.
Doors will be judged on the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................35
Harmony of all components..........................................................20
Distinction.....................................................................................15
Creativity and Expression.............................................................15
Total............................................................................................100
TABLES
Tables approximately three by six feet will be furnished by Management to be set with service for four. Tables approximately three by four feet will be
furnished by Management to be set with service for two. No flat silver is allowed. Limited to the first four entries in each class.
Tables will be judged using the following score:
Functionalism...............................................................................20
Design (overall design, 20; decorative unit, 20)........................... 40
Color and Textural Harmony.........................................................15
Distinction.....................................................................................10
Creativity and Expression.......................................................... 15
Total............................................................................................100
PEDESTALS
Pedestals are approximately 20 inch square tops and 36 inches in height and arrangement is not to be under 24 inches in height. Limited to the first four
entries in each class.
Pedestals will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................35
Suitability of materials for type, placement or occasion............... 20
Distinction.....................................................................................15
Creativity and Expression.......................................................... 15
Total............................................................................................100
MANTELS
In all mantel classes, background material such as picture, mirror, tray, etc., above mantel is required. Mantels are 70 inches x 12 inches. Limited to the
first three entries in each class.
Mantels will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................35
Suitability of materials for type, placement or occasion............... 20
Distinction.....................................................................................15
Creativity and Expression.......................................................... 15
Total............................................................................................100
NICHES
Niches are approximately 31 inches high, 29 inches wide and 23 inches deep. Material for a harmonizing background is to be used in the niches. Plant
materials must be dominant using one or more accessories. They must be 2/3 full. Limited to the first four entries in each class.
Niches will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................40
Suitability of materials for type, placement or occasion............... 20
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Creativity and Expression.......................................................... 25
Total............................................................................................100
EXHIBITION TABLES
Round tables for exhibition will be furnished by Management. They will be 20 inches in circumference and 27 inches high. A 72 inch round cloth is to be
used. Free placement of elements. Decorative unit with or without accessories plus place setting. Standards for exhibition backgrounds will be furnished
by Management. They will be 30 inches wide and 42 inches high. Space provided will be 24 inches deep. Cloth is to be used for background, which
is not provided by Management. Free placement of elements. One place setting and the decorative unit. Limited to the first four entries in each class.
Exhibition tables Type 1 will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design (overall design, 20, decorative unit, 20)........................... 40
Color and Textural Harmony.........................................................15
Distinction.....................................................................................10
Creativity and Expression.......................................................... 20
Total............................................................................................100
SMALL DESIGN
Traditional or creative (depending on class). Design may not exceed 8 inches in height, width or depth. Background panel may be used but must stay
within the 8 inch limit. Limited to the first five entries in each class.
VIGNETTES
Vignettes will be furnished by Management. Limited to the first three entries in each class.
Vignettes will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................35
Relationship of all parts................................................................10
Distinction.....................................................................................20
Creativity and expression.......................................................... 20
Total............................................................................................100
CLASS
402
403
404
Thursday, August 13 through Sunday, August 23
Entries may be placed after 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12 and must be in place at Noon on Thursday, August 13
and remain in place until 8:50 p.m. on Sunday, August 23.
Dish Garden - five or more compatible plants - a collection in an open, flat container, all fresh plant material. No accessories permitted - shells,
rocks, figurines, etc. May include herbs. Premiums will be withheld from exhibitors who display the same design as last year. Limited to ten
entries - $14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5
Patio Garden - planter with five or more fresh plants, artistically arranged in one container exhibited on a pedestal, 24 inches high, square top
approximately 12 inches. Limited to seven entries - $15, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9
My Hanging Garden - two or more plants hanging in at least a six inch pot. Limited to four entries - $10, 9, 8, 7
Traditional designs will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................35
Distinction.....................................................................................15
Suitability of materials for type, placement or occasion............... 20
Creativity and expression.......................................................... 15
Total............................................................................................100
Creative designs will be judged using the following score:
Conformance................................................................................15
Design..........................................................................................40
Distinction.....................................................................................20
Creativity and expression.......................................................... 25
Total............................................................................................100
405A
Traditional Petite Charm - “Spring Bouquet” - a design, not over five inches high, five inches wide, all dried and/or treated plant material in a
traditional design. Limited to five entries - $9, 8, 7, 6, 5
405B
Traditional Petite Charm - “Fall Bouquet” - a design, not over five inches high, five inches wide, all dried and/or treated plant material in a
traditional design. Limited to five entries - $9, 8, 7, 6, 5
406A
Creative Petite Charm - “Art Fair” - a design, not over five inches high, five inches wide, all dried and/or treated plant material in a creative design.
Limited to five entries - $9, 8, 7, 6, 5
406B
Creative Petite Charm - “Painters Delight” - a design, not over five inches high, five inches wide, all dried and/or treated plant material in a
creative design. Limited to five entries - $9, 8, 7, 6, 5
407A
Sugar and Spice - a traditional design, not over 12 inches high, eight inches wide and five inches deep, all dried and/or treated plant material.
Limited to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
407B
Trick or Treat - a creative design, not over 12 inches high, eight inches wide and five inches deep, all dried and/or treated plant material. Limited
to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
408
409
410
VIGNETTES
At the Lodge - background divider six feet tall, 32 inches deep and 32 inches wide, limited to three entries - $35, 30, 25
Santa’s Workshop - background divider six feet tall, 32 inches deep and 32 inches wide, limited to three entries - $35, 30, 25
Red Barn - using animals in design, to be staged in one of two shelves 23 inches long, 28 inches tall and 8 inches deep or a shelf 26 inches
long, 15 inches tall and 7 inches deep. The shelf is picked on a first come, first picked basis. Limited to three entries - $25, 20, 15
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411
412
Thursday, August 13 through Friday, August 14
Entries may be placed after 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12 and must be in place at Noon on Thursday, August 13
and remain in place until 8:50 p.m. on Friday, August 14.
PEDESTAL
America the Beautiful - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
Winter Wonderful - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
413
NICHE
Lights, Camera, Action - limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
414
415
TABLES
Chapel of Love - setting for four (large table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $23, 22, 21, 20
New Year’s Eve - setting for two (small table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
416
EXHIBITION TABLES
Bountiful Harvest - using dried and/or treated plant material with fresh fruits and/or vegetables, limited to four entries - $22, 21, 20, 19
417
ROUND TABLES
Candy Cane Lane - limited to four entries - $16, 15, 14, 13
418
Dog Days of Summer - limited to three entries - $17, 16, 15
MANTEL
419
SMALL DESIGN
Picture Perfect - using dried and/or treated plant material, limited to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
420
421
DOORS
To the Moon & Back - using a grape vine wreath with fresh and/or dried plant material, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
Sunshine on my Shoulder - fresh and/or dried plant material (no background required under design), limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
422
423
Saturday, August 15 through Sunday, August 16
Entries must be in place at Noon on Saturday, August 15 and remain in place until 8:50 p.m. on Sunday, August 16.
PEDESTAL
Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
A Walk in the Park - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
424
Apple of my Eye - limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
425
426 TABLES
The Bold and the Beautiful - setting for four (large table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $23, 22, 21, 20
Penny for your Thoughts - setting for two (small table), using a tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
427
EXHIBITION TABLES
Black Tie Affair - your interpretation, limited to four entries - $22, 21, 20, 19
428
ROUND TABLES
What Goes Around, Comes Around - limited to four entries - $16, 15, 14, 13
429
MANTEL
What Happens in Vegas... - your choice of plant material, limited to three entries - $17, 16, 15
430
SMALL DESIGN
It’s a Small World - using fresh flowers only, may include non-floral accessories, limited to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
431
432
DOORS
Bakers Dozen - background cover not required but can be used, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
Loves Me, Loves Me Not - background cover not required but can be used, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
433 434
Monday, August 17 through Tuesday, August 18
Entries must be in place at Noon on Monday, August 17 and remain in place until 8:50 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18.
PEDESTAL
Under the Big Top - your interpretation, limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
Zippity Do Da - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
435
Happiness is... - limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
436
437
TABLES
Hats Off to Broadway - setting for four (large table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $23, 22, 21, 20
Starry Starry Night - setting for two (small table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
NICHE
NICHE
438
EXHIBITION TABLES
Keep on Truckin’ - limited to four entries - $22, 21, 20, 19
439
ROUND TABLES
Green Eggs & Ham - limited to four entries - $16, 15, 14, 13
440
Silver & Gold - limited to three entries - $17, 16, 15
441
SMALL DESIGN
Sweeter than Honey - using fresh plant material only, limited to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
442
443
DOORS
Sweet 16 - using soft fabric background, fresh and/or dried plant material, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
Knock Before Entering - displayed on a background of your choice, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
MANTEL
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444
445
Wednesday, August 19 through Thursday, August 20
Entries must be in place at Noon on Wednesday, August 19 and remain in place until 8:50 p.m. on Thursday, August 20.
PEDESTAL
Farmers Market - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
Topsy Turvy - your interpretation, limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
446
Live, Laugh, Love - limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
447
448
TABLES
Sunday Brunch - setting for four (large table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $23, 22, 21, 20
Let’s Make a Deal - setting for two (small table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
449
EXHIBITION TABLES
Diamonds are Forever - limited to four entries - $22, 21, 20, 19
450
Humpty Dumpty - limited to four entries - $16, 15, 14, 13
451
Red River Valley - limited to three entries - $17, 16, 15
452
SMALL DESIGN
Golden Moments - using dried plant material only, limited to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
453
454
DOORS
Wild, Wild West - background of your choice, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
Silent Night - displayed on a background of your choice, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
455
456
Friday, August 21 through Saturday, August 22
Entries must be in place at Noon on Friday, August 21 and remain in place until 8:50 p.m. on Saturday, August 22.
PEDESTALS
Stairway to Heaven - limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
A Walk on the Wild Side - your interpretation, limited to four entries - $12, 11, 10, 9
457
NICHE
Give ‘em the Boot - your interpretation, limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
458
459
TABLES
Eat, Pray, Love - setting for four (large table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $23, 22, 21, 20
Three’s a Crowd - setting for two (small table), using tablecloth of your choice, limited to four entries - $18, 17, 16, 15
460
Banana Split - limited to four entries - $22, 21, 20, 19
461
Morning Joe - limited to four entries - $16, 15, 14, 13
462
Iowa State Fair - limited to three entries - $17, 16, 15
463
SMALL DESIGN
Keep it Simple - using fresh and/or dried plant material, limited to five entries - $10, 9, 8, 7, 6
464
465
DOORS
We’re #1 - using fresh and/or dried plant material, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
Baby Steps - using soft fabric background, fresh and/or dried plant material, limited to four entries - $17, 16, 15, 14
NICHE
ROUND TABLES
MANTEL
EXHIBITION TABLES
ROUND TABLES
MANTEL
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SPECIAL CLASSES FOR 2015
DIVISION 301
Educational Displays and Contests
The purpose of Educational Displays Contests is to emphasize the simple things that draw beauty to our eyes and to identify the plants and flowers. It is
also an opportunity to create designs using flowers and plants that are in our growing zones. The contests are open to anyone of any age. There is no
registration fee required to enter the educational displays and contests. Gift certificates only (no cash prizes) will be awarded to the winners.
IOWA PERENNIALS
Sponsored by Timber Pine Nursery & Greenhouse, 1897 Jewel Circle, Earlham, IA 50072
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Thursday, August 13 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Entries will be a design using fresh perennial flowers suitable for Iowa hardiness zones in a container of your choice.
CLASS
500
Pretty Perennials
PLANT IDENTIFICATION CONTEST
Sponsored by Goode Greenhouse, 1050 NE 50th, Des Moines, IA 50313
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $25, 20, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10
RULES
1. Contest will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 20.
2. Cuttings of plants, shrubs, trees and bulb-flowers will be displayed in the Floriculture Department of the Agriculture Building.
3. Identification of the cuttings will be written on forms provided by the Floriculture Department and given to the Floriculture employee on duty.
4. The names of the winners will be displayed after 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. that night.
5. Certificates and the contest answers will be sent to the winners following the Fair unless picked up by 8:50 p.m. that night.
CLASS
501
Plant Identification
COLOR DIVISION
Sponsored by Groth Gardens and Greenhouse, 2451 Cumming Road, Winterset, IA 50273
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Thursday, August 13 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Entries should be the entrant’s own design using fresh plant material in a container of their choice.
CLASS
502
Colorful Creation
WALL HANGING
Sponsored by Green Turf, 617 Summit, Winterset, IA 50273
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Monday, August 17 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. A wall hanging at least 8 x 10 inches.
3. Ready to be hung.
4. Using dried plant material.
CLASS
503
The Best of The Iowa State Fair
GUESS HOW MANY ROSE PETALS
Sponsored by Harvey Floral Co., 611 South 8th Street, Adel, IA 50003
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Contest will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 20.
2. Rose petals will be placed in a glass jar in the Floriculture Department of the Agriculture Building at 9:00 a.m.
3. One entry per person. Name, phone number & guess of rose petals on form provided by Floriculture Department.
4. The names of the winners will be displayed until 9:00 p.m. that night.
5. Certificates will be sent to the winners following the Fair unless picked up prior to 8:50 p.m. that night.
CLASS
504
Guess How Many Rose Petals
SPECIAL CLASSES
1.
2.
3.
Sponsored by Goode Nursery Co., 1050 NE 50th, Des Moines, IA 50313
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Monday, August 17 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
A grapevine wreath (not to exceed 18” in diameter).
A background may or may not be used.
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4. Dried and/or treated material only.
5. Accessories and/or accents are permitted.
CLASS
505
Stars & Stripes
Sponsored by Piney Ridge Greenhouse, 6355 NW 51st Street, Johnston, IA 50131
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday, August 21 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. A table container of mixed plans for part to full sun.
3. Fresh plant material only; cannot be accessorized with dried plant material or man-made materials.
CLASS
506
A Picnic in the Sun
Sponsored by Piney Ridge Greenhouse, 6355 NW 51st Street, Johnston, IA 50131
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Wednesday, August 19 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. A table top low bowl of mixed plants for shade to part-shade.
3. Fresh plant material only; cannot be accessorized with dried plant material or man-made materials.
CLASS
507
A Sunday Afternoon Nap
Sponsored by Garden Gate Magazine
1st place - One year subscription to Garden Gate Magazine
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Monday, August 17 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Design using container of your choice.
3. Fresh flowers and greenery only.
CLASS
508
Flower Power
Sponsored by Garden Gate Magazine
1st place - One year subscription to Garden Gate Magazine
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday, August 21 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Five or more flowers grown in Iowa.
3. Displayed in a clear container but not an arrangement.
CLASS
509
Tried & True
QUILTED GARDENS AND NURSERY
Sponsored by Quilted Gardens and Nursery, 1895 East Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50320
Gift Certificates will be awarded as follows: $15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Wednesday, August 19 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Holiday container of your choice.
3. Fresh flowers and greenery only.
CLASS
510
Dreaming of a White Christmas
DOHERTY’S FLOWERS
Sponsored by Doherty’s Flowers, 1536 2nd Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10 in each class
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday, August 21 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Antique or antique like container of your choice.
3. Fresh and/or dried plant material.
CLASS
511
Antique Jamboree
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday, August 21 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Container of your choice.
3. Fresh flowers and greenery only.
CLASS
512
Pretty Posies
14
IOWA STATE FAIR * AUGUST 13-23, 2015 * FLORICULTURE
FAIRY GARDENS
Sponsored by Applehurst, 220 N 1st Avenue, Winterset, IA 50273
Gift Certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday, August 21 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Miniature landscape in a shallow container; no larger than 6 inches deep.
3. Container larger than 12 x 12 inches, not to exceed 36 x 36 inches.
4. Five or more compatible plants.
5. Man-made accessories required.
6. Natural accessories may be used.
CLASS
513
Fairy Garden
TERRARIUM
Sponsored by Ted Lare Design Build & Garden Center, 2701 Cumming Avenue, Cumming, IA 50061
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Friday, August 21 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Glass container of your choice (not a hanging container).
3. Succulent or cactus plants only.
CLASS
514
Terrarium
CONIFER GARDEN
Sponsored by Evergreen Gardens, 6036 George Washington Carver Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Wednesday, August 19 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Container of your choice.
3. Dwarf conifers only.
4. Moss or rocks may be used as a ground cover.
CLASS
515
Conifer Garden
FLOWER IDENTIFICATION CONTEST
Sponsored by Woodsmith Store, 10320 Hickman Road, Clive, IA 50325
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Contest will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18.
2. Flower stems will be displayed in the Floriculture Department of the Agriculture Building.
3. Identification of the flower stems will be written on forms provided by the Floriculture Department and given to the Floriculture employee on duty.
4. The names of the winners will be displayed after 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. that night.
5. Certificates and the contest answers will be sent to the winners following the Fair unless picked up by 8:50 p.m. that night.
CLASS
516
Flower Identification
ADULT SEED PICTURE
Sponsored by Goode Greenhouse, 1050 NE 50th, Des Moines, IA 50313
Gift certificates will be awarded as follows: $20, 15, 10
RULES
1. Entries are to be brought to the Floriculture Department in the Agriculture Building from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on Monday, August 17 and not removed until 8:50 p.m. that night.
2. Design must be on a wood background, not to exceed 14 x 18 inches, ready to be hung.
3. Any type of grain (including rice) and/or seeds (colored or naturally grown) may be used. Seeds, grains or rice may be painted or colored.
4. No additional accessories or accents permitted.
CLASS
517
Flower Garden
15