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Dept 17 – Floral Exhibits

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Superintendent – Sharon Waltman

Best of show ribbon awarded to the best overall houseplant entry.
Refer to General Rules. “Within the State of Pennsylvania USDA identifies 4 different Plant Hardiness Zones – 4 (coldest), 5, 6, and 7 (warmest). For These zones, annual plants have a life cycle that lasts only one year. They then need to be replanted each spring; perennial plants live 3 years or longer may self seed or spread underground and do not need to be planted each year.

Rules and Regulations

  1. The use of or displaying of, artificial flowers is prohibited and no premiums will be paid.
  2. Plants positively will not be accepted for exhibition unless they have been growing in containers for two months.
  3. The management will not undertake to return exhibits or be responsible for the return of exhibits.  Baskets or containers must be supplied by the exhibitor and will be given every possible care, but the management assumes no responsibility for their safety.
  4. Flowers or plants entered for competition must be more than ordinary standard quality to be entitled to an award.
  5. All entries must be grown by the exhibitor except the arrangement classes.
  6. Exhibitor is responsible for correctly identifying their own plant or flower and entering it in the correct class.
  7. All cut flowers and herbs must be displayed in containers with water – Except garlic bulbs and horseradish roots.

Section 1 – Flowering House Plants

DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd4th5th
African Violets any color or bi-color
17117001Single$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117002Double$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Wax Begonias, Fibrous-rooted, in bloom
17117005Single - any color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117006Double - any color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Begonias, tuberous - rooted, in bloom
17117010Single or semi double - any color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117011Hanging Basket variety, any color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117012Rex and Angel Wing with flowers$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117013Double - any color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Geraniums
17117020Pelargonium bedding or common, any color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Impatient
17117030Shade$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117031Sun (New Guinea)$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17117032Any other meritorious flowering house plant not mentioned above.? Name of plant must be listed on entry tag and entry sheet.$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25

Section 2 – Foliage House Plants

Only one species per pot except in collection class. Pots are not to exceed 10” in width.

DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd4th5th
Begonias Foliage type, with or without flowers
17217040Large leaf, any variety$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217041Small leaf, any variety$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Collection of Cacti
17217050One Pot$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217051Several Pots$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217052Cactus Garden$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Coleus, any leaf color
17217060One Pot$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217061Planter$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Ferns
17217070Asparagus Fern$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217071Boston Fern$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217072Sprengeri Fern$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Succulent Plants
17217080Aloe$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217081Hens & Chicks$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217082Other$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Geranium, Pelargonium
17217090Ivy, any variety$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217091Scented, any variety$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217092Variegated foliage$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Ivy: Swedish, Grapy, English
17217100Swedish Ivy$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217101Grape Ivy$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217102English Ivy$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217103Variegated Ivy$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Miscellaneous
17217110Baby Tears$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217111Christmas Cactus$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217112Episcia, any leaf color$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217113Jade$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217114Oxalis$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217115Pepperomia$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217116Philodendron$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217117Pothos$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217118Spider Plant$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
17217119Any other meritorious foliage house plant not mentioned above.$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Dish Garden or Foliage Plants
17217120Consisting of three or more specimens in an open container$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Fairy Garden
17217125Fairy Garden (Open Conatiner)$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Terrariums or Arrangement
17217130in closed container$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25
Pot of Annuals
17217140Pot containing at least 3 varieties of annuals$2.25$2$1.75$1.50$1.25

Section 3 Specimen Flowers – Annuals

Best of show awarded to best overall specimen flower entry.

  1. Exhibits in this division must be cut flowers grown by the exhibitor, must conform to the number of blooms, spikes, or stems as specified in each class.
  2. The uniformity of height, color, or size is an important factor in evaluating entries.
  3. Flowers in each entry must be of one color and variety unless otherwise stated.
  4. Foliage should remain on stem of flowers.
  5. All cut flowers must be displayed in containers with water.
DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd4th5th
17317150Argeratum, 5 stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317155Aster, 5 blooms, one color$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317160Bachelor Buttons, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317165Bells of Ireland, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317170Calendula, 5 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Celsoia
17317175Celsoia Crested, 1 Stem$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317176Celsoia Plume, 5 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Cleoma
17317180Cleoma (Spider Flower), 5 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Cosmos
17317190Cosmos, 5 Blooms, one color$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Dahlias
17317200Dahlias, Cactus, 1 Bloom$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317201Dahlias, Miniature, 3 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317202Dahlias, Single, 3 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317203Dahlias, Decorative, 1 Bloom$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317204Dahlias, Pompom, 3 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Gladiolus
17317220Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Red$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317221Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Pink$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317222Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Yellow$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317223Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Orange$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317224Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Bi-Color$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317225Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Purple$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317226Gladiolus, 1 Spike, Lavender$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317227Gladiolus, 1 Spike, White$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Marigolds
17317230Marigolds, African, Lemon Colored, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317231Marigolds, African, Orange, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317232Marigolds, French, Single, Red, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317233Marigolds, French, Single, Yellow, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317234Marigolds, French, Double, Yellow, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317235Marigolds, French, Double, Orange, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317236Marigolds, French, Double, Red, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317237Marigolds, French, Double, Bi-color, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Nasturtiums
17317238Nasturtiums, Single, 1 color, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317239Nasturtiums, Double, 1 color, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Pansy
17317240Pansy, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Petunias
17317241Petunias, Single, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317242Petunias, Double, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Rudbeckia
17317243Rudbeckia (Glorosa Daisy), 5 bloom$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Salvia
17317244Salvia, Red, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317245Salvia, Blue, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Snapdragons
17317246Snapdragons, Single - standard, 5 spikes$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317247Snapdragons, Double, 5 spikes$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317248Snapdragons, Miniature, 5 spikes$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317249Snapdragons, Peloric or bell shaped with flaring lip, 5 spikes$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317250Strawflower, mixed colors, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Sweet Peas
17317251Sweet peas, mixed colors, 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Sunflowers
17317252Sunflowers, Giant (single stem)$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317253Sunflowers, Dwarf$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317254Sunflowers, Teddybear$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317255Sunflowers, Giant Branching$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Verbena
17317256Verbena, 3 stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Zinnias
17317257Zinnias, Giant, 3 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317258Zinnias, Pompom, 3 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317259Zinnias, Cactus, 3 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17317260Zinnias, Novelty, 3 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25

Section 4 – Herbs

DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd4th5th
17417261Basil, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417262Dill, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417263Ferverfew, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417264Garlic, 3 Bulbs$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417265Horseradish, 3 roots, 1" min diameter$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417266Oregano, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417267Parsley, Plain 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417268Parsley, Curly 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417269Sage, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417270Thyme, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417271Verbena, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417272Watercress, 1 bunch in water$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417273Mint, 5 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17417274Rosemary, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25

Section 5 – Specimen Flowers, Perennials

Best of show awarded to best overall Perennial flower entry.

Exhibits in this division must be cut flowers were grown by the exhibitor, Must conform to the number of blooms, spike, or stems specified in each class.

  1. The uniformity of Heights, color, or size is an important factor in evaluating entries.
  2. Flowers in each entry must be of one color and variety unless otherwise stated.
  3. Foliage should remain on stem and flowers.
DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd4th5th
Chrysanthemums
17517281Chrysanthemums, Single or daisy type, 5 stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517282Chrysanthemums, Spider or Japanese type, 5 stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517283Chrysanthemums, Cushion, 5 stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Roses
17517284Roses, 1 Flower, Bicolor$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517285Roses, 1 Flower, Orange$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517286Roses, 1 Flower, Pink$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517287Roses, 1 Flower, Red$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517288Roses, 1 Flower, White$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517289Roses, 1 Flower, Floribunda, 1 Stem$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517290Roses, 1 Flower, Grandiflora, 1 Stem$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517291Roses, 1 Flower, Miniature, 1 Stem$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517292Roses, 1 Flower, Old Fashion$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
Miscellaneous
17517293Delphinium, 1-spike$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517294Dianthus (hardy pinks), 5 blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517295Echinacea, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517296Lavender, 5 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517297Lilies, 1 Stalk$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517298Liatris (Gay Feather), 3 Stems
17517299Phlox, 5 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517300Scabiosa, 5 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517301Sweet Peas, 5 Stems, one color$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517302Yarrow, 3 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517304Any Other, 1 spike or 5 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517305Gaillardia, 5 Blooms$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25
17517306Daisy, 5 Stems$2$1.75$1.50$1.40$1.25

Section 6 Artistic Arrangements

Best of Show Ribbon to best artistic arrangement.

Maximum care will be taken of the containers and accessories until they can be reclaimed by the exhibitors, but the fair cannot be held responsible for any damage or loss.  Fresh materials are to be used except for # 17298, #17315, #17327, #17326, and #17311.

DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd4th5th
17617310Arrangements of wildflowers. No plants forbidden by conservation role should be used.$5$4$3$2$1
17617311Arrangements using natural dried materials –vase or container.$5$4$3$2$1
17617312Arrangements in pedestal container.$5$4$3$2$1
17617313Fresh fruit and/or vegetable arrangement with or without flowers or foliage.$5$4$3$2$1
17617314Arrangement using artificial or handcrafted fruit or vegetables with or without flowers or foliage.$5$4$3$2$1
17617315Arrangement featuring a candle.$5$4$3$2$1
17617316Arrangements using one flower only; foliage and/or accessories (identify).$5$4$3$2$1
17617317Arrangement depicting a holiday or special occasion.$5$4$3$2$1
17617318Arrangement using foliage only. No flowers.$5$4$3$2$1
17617319All white arrangement - foliage permitted.$5$4$3$2$1
17617320Miniature - small arrangement not to exceed 3" in height.$5$4$3$2$1
17617321Colonial arrangement - 8 or more flower types - round mound design.$5$4$3$2$1
17617322Color Harmony - arrangement using tints and shades of one color.$5$4$3$2$1
17617323Corsage$5$4$3$2$1
17617324Arrangement featuring herb.$5$4$3$2$1
17617325Wreath of all fresh natural material, bows permitted no artificial flowers.$5$4$3$2$1
17617326Wreath of all dried material, bows permitted, and no artificial flowers.$5$4$3$2$1
17617327Arrangement featuring only silk flowers.$5$4$3$2$1

Section 7 – Open Class

Displays MUST be made from home grown or wildflowers, accents or foliage.  No artificial flowers or foliage.

General Theme: “Enriching our Farm Families – Past and Present”

DeptSecClassDescription1st2nd3rd
17717335Table - Grandma's Kitchen$25$20$15
17717336Door - Hospitality$25$20$15
17717337Mantle - Write Home When you Can$25$20$15

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