FLORAL ARTS DEPARTMENT

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1 FLORAL ARTS DEPARTMENT NANCY MCDOUGAL RENETTE ROBILLARD Department Supervisor Assistant Supervisor Important information on entry content is provided at the beginning of each section and dates on the calendar below. Listings include a wide variety of traditional and currently popular garden-related items---some necessary to pick fresh, while others can be designed and crafted months before entries are to be delivered for display ENTRY & REFRESHING SCHEDULE Entry Form Deadline: Tuesday, May 8 midnight online or postmarked by May 8 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 JUNE :30-7:30 PM Entries Received: Classroom/Youth Groups Special Displays and Educational Exhibits :00-9:00 AM Entries Received: 2 nd Period Judging Cut Flowers & Roses Design & Div :30-7:30 PM Entries Received: Potted Plants / Horticulture Entry Maintenance Entry Maintenance :00-7:00 PM Entry Release DEPARTMENT CODE: FL 30 This Department includes (in the following order): Container Plants Garden Flowers Floral Arrangements Combination Plantings Do-Ahead Garden Crafts Youth Projects for Individuals & for Youth Groups Schools See Agriculture Department for additional creative growing and decorative crafts categories. YOUTH Individual & Group entry categories at end of these Department listings (Div ) SCHOOL CONTAINER GARDEN ENTRIES on last page of this Department & also in Agriculture Department (Div 196 &197) Additional SCHOOL GARDEN ENTRIES listed in Garden Landscape Department (Div ) Entry Fees: $3.00 per Entry $5.00 fee per exhibitor for up to 100 Cut Flower & Rose entries NO entry fee in Individual Youth Exhibits (Divisions ) 8 7:00-10::00 AM Entries Received: 1 st Period Judging Floral Design & Crafts Entry Maintenance 9 7:00-9:00 AM Entries Received: 1 st Period Judging Cut Flowers / Roses Entry Maintenance :00-10:00 AM Entry Maintenance Remember: Earliest entry by mail, fax, in person, or online reserves your choice in limited classes. Confirmation of entry is only available with online process. FLORAL ARTS 64

2 NOTES FOR EXHIBITORS: Deliver entries for this department to Redwood Hall using the designated door. Convenient access is available through Gate 9. Alternate delivery & pickup time is available ONLY with prior approval from the Department Supervisor. INFORMATION & RULES: 1. All state and local rules apply. Entries must have been designed, crafted, or grown by the exhibitor within the current fair year (since June 2017). 2. Competition is open to amateur gardeners, arrangers and clubs. An amateur is someone who grows and shows for pleasure, rather than as a profession. 3. Exhibitors will place their own entries for exhibit and judging. All exhibits must be in place and exhibitors must leave the floor by 9:00 a.m. on any judging day (10:00 am on June 8). Latecomers may only show as complimentary. Please notify the Supervisor as soon as possible if you are unable to bring an entry with specific placement (full table or floor space) or if class is limited, so that it can be reassigned &/or reserved display area filled. 4. Exhibitors are responsible for maintaining their exhibits in a fresh condition while on view. Those unsuitable for display will be changed or removed and award withheld. Exhibitors must condition cut plant material to ensure maximum longevity. See cut flower section rules for conditioning suggestions. Freshening/maintenance may be done on entry mornings (see schedule calendar) and by prior arrangements with Supervisor. 5. No artificial or treated fresh plant material is permitted in exhibits except as specified. Mandatory 20 point deduction will be made for use of deceptive artificial plant material in exhibits. 6. The American Judging System will be used in all classes except individual Youth divisions which score individually for merit (Danish System). Awards will be given only for exhibits showing quality growth & show worthy presentation. 7. Sweepstakes: See State Rules. In the event of a tie, sweepstakes ribbon shall go to the exhibitor scoring highest in blue ribbons, etc. Winners must have an individual minimum of 20 points. 8. Exhibits, except cut specimens, will be released at the start of the next judging period when similar classes are offered or at the end of the Fair, depending on Division. Ribbons & cards for cut flowers may also be picked up at that time. SPECIAL AWARDS BEST IN SHOW Award Offered in each: Rosette Artistic Design first judging (Divisions 430 & 431) Artistic Design second judging (Division 435) Miniatures first judging (Division 434) Miniatures second judging (Division 437) BEST OF DIVISIONS Award Offered in each: Rosette Foliage and Potted Plants Division 410 Cacti Division 411 Succulents and Bromeliads Division 412 Cut Flowers first judging Division 420 Cut Flowers second judging Division 420B Cut Roses first judging Division 421 Cut Roses second judging Division 421B 65 FRESHNESS AWARD Award Offered in each of Divisions 420,421,422 & 423: Ribbon Given for cut flower/rose entry remaining freshest-looking on last day of entry period. SWEEPSTAKES 1 st Place Rosette 2 nd Place Rosette 3 rd Place Rosette Miniature Arrangements Divisions 434 & 442 Cut Flowers Divisions 420 & 420B Cut Roses Divisions 421 & 421B SPONSORED SWEEPSTAKES These awards are given in honor of James A. Goldsmith, Jr. & Betty Odom, past members of the Board and long-time supporters of this Department by the Board of Directors of San Mateo County Fair. 1 st Place $100 & Rosette 2 nd Place Rosette 3 rd Place Rosette James A. Goldsmith, Jr. Horticulture/Flowering Plants Divisions B Betty Odom Floral Design Divisions , & BOARD OF DIRECTORS AWARD Rosette + $50 Chosen by member(s) of the Board of Directors as an example of the interest, abilities and expertise showcased in the items grown and/or crafted by our Fair exhibitors. FLORAL ARTS

3 COORDINATOR: DON PENDLETON HORTICULTURE DIVISIONS DIVISION st Place $10 1 st Place $20 2 nd Place $7 2 nd Place $15 3 rd Place $5 3 rd Place $10 INFORMATION & RULES: (see also Department rules) 1. Plants must have been grown by exhibitor for at least 90 days preceding the opening of the Fair. 2. Plants and containers must be clean and free of insects and disease. Cleanliness is a judged quality. 3. Exhibitor must obtain and attach exhibit card to entry upon arrival and is responsible for listing common or variety name of plant on exhibit card or as a separate label with plant, botanical name if possible. 4. Exhibitor must have his/her name and phone number on the bottom of container or a durable label with exhibitor information eased into the soil at the pot rim and (except in cactus and succulent classes) must furnish an acceptable saucer for safe watering. Exhibits without saucers may not be placed or judged. 5. Pot size is determined by inside measurements. Pot Size Maximum is 14" unless otherwise stated. Oversize containers may be disqualified for judging, but left as a complimentary exhibit. Entries which are deemed too heavy or fragile to be moved may not be accepted. 6. Multiple entries may be made in each class, providing each is a different cultivar, type or color. One specimen per container, (natural clumps okay) except as specified (e.g dish gardens). 7. Flowering plants must be in bloom. Dish gardens must have been planted by and grown by the exhibitor for at least 90 days preceding the opening day of the Fair. 8. Incidental bloom on plants grown primarily for foliage is permitted. 9. Accessories in single plant classes are discouraged, as they can distract from the beauty of the plant; however, they may be used in dish gardens, terrariums and landscapes, where they enhance the scene. 10. All Horticulture Entries to Remain Throughout the Fair. DIVISION FOLIAGE POTTED PLANTS 1. Aglonema (Chinese Evergreen) 2. Aralia 3. Asparagus Fern - 12-inch pot limit. 4. Chlorophytum (Spider or Airplane Plant) 5. Coleus 6. Colocasia or Caladium 7. Dracaena (Dragon Tree) 8. Fern - Rhizomatous 9. Fern Staghorn (Platycerium) 10. Fern - Any other variety. 11. Ficus Not to exceed 24 in height. 12. Ivy (Hedera) 13. Palm Not to exceed 24 in height. 14. Pelargonium (Geranium) - Fancy leaf or Scented, any variety 15. Philodendron or Pothos or Peperomia - Any variety 16. Tradescantia - Any wandering jew variety 17. Colorful or Patterned Foliage not listed above. 18. Foliage Plant - Any variety not listed above. 19. Foliage Plant in a Novelty Container 20. Dish Garden - 5 or more foliage plants, 18 pot limit. 21. Terrarium or Aerium or Aquarium with a variety of labeled, growing plants 22. Miniature Landscape - A realistic, well-proportioned, small scale garden made of rooted, growing plants in a shallow container 18" or less across. Accessories such as rock, paths and fencing may be added to complete the illusion of an actual garden in miniature. FLORAL ARTS 66

4 DIVISION CACTI 1. Astrophytum 2. Cereus types - minimum height 6 inches 3. Echinocactus - globe shaped barrels 4. Echinocereus 5. Echinopis or Lobivia (Hedgehog or Sea Urchin Cactus) 6. Ferocactus 7. Gymnocalycium 8. Mammillaria - single heads only 9. Mammillaria - clumps only 10. Melocactus (Turk's Cap) 11. Neochilenia or Neoporteria 12. Notocactus 13. Opuntia 14. Parodia 15. Rhipsalis or Ephiphyllum (Mistletoe Cactus or Orchid Cactus) 16. Rebutia or Sulcorebutia 17. Zygocactus or Schlumbergera (Christmas or Easter Cactus) 18. Crested or Monstrose 19. Any variety not listed above 20. Cactus in a Novelty Container 21. Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties of cacti - Container not to exceed 18 inches. DIVISION SUCCULENTS & BROMELIADS 1. Aeonium not to exceed 24" from top of pot 2. Agave or Yucca 3. Aloe 4. Anacampseros or Portularcaria 5. Beaucarnea (Nolina) (Ponytail or Elephant-foot Tree) 6. Bromeliad Tillandsia 7. Bromeliad Any other 8. Caudiciform Any variety 9. Cotyledon or Adromischus 10. Crassula - (Jade plants only) 11. Crassula Any other variety 12. Crested or Monstrose 13. Dudleya or Senecio 14. Echeveria 15. Euphorbia Not to exceed 24 in height 16. Gasteria 17. Haworthia 18. Kalanchoe 19. Pachyphytum 20. Sansevieria (Snakeplant/Mother-in-law s Tongue) 21. Sedum 22. Sempervivum 23. Any variety not listed above Container not to exceed 18 inches 24. Succulent in a Novelty Container 25. Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties of succulents 26. Combination Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties. With both succulents and cactus, Container not to exceed 18" 67 FLORAL ARTS

5 DIVISION 413 FLOWERING HOUSEPLANTS 1. African Violet 2. Other Gesneriad e.g. Streptocarpus, Columnea, Sinningia 3. Orchid, Phalaenopsis 4. Any Other Orchid 5. Any Other Flowering Plant DIVISION 414 COLLECTIONS Each entry must include 3 different varieties, labeled, in 3 containers, no container to exceed 10" 1. Cactus Collection 2. Succulent Collection 3. Orchid Collection 4. Collection of any other type or Genus such as African Violet, Roses, Coleus, Bromeliads, etc. FLOWERING PLANTS Must be in bloom! DIVISON st Place $10 2 nd Place $7 3 rd Place $5 Potted Plants Scorecard Unspecialized Guidelines Health & Maturity 20 Growth Pattern- Including Form 20 Color & Substance 20 Condition & Grooming 25 Distinction Rarity & Superiority 10 Correctly Named 5 Total 100 First Judging Period DIVISION FLOWERING POTTED PLANTS 1. Grass - ornamental 2. Orchid 3. Pelargonium (geranium) 4. Plant grown from a bulb or tuber 5. Flowering Plant Any variety not separately listed 6. Flowering Mixed Planting Four or more varieties of plants in shallow container of 20" diameter or less. Second Judging Period DIVISION 415B FLOWERING POTTED PLANTS 1-B. Rose Any variety 2-B. Any other flowering plant 3-B. Multiple planting of any one species, all of one color or several FLORAL ARTS 68

6 COORDINATOR: MARIE SAMORA CUT FLOWERS AND CUT ROSES CUT FLOWERS & CUT ROSES COLLECTIONS & BOUQUETS 1 st Place $5 1 st Place $10 2 nd Place $4 2 nd Place $7 3 rd Place $3 3 rd Place $5 Enter each Division/Class desired AND once in Division 400 to record fee. $5 Entry Fee per exhibitor covers fees for up to 100 entries in Divisions B. RULES: (see also Department Rules) 1. Cut flowers must have been grown by exhibitor. 2. Entries should be clean and free of disease, insects, and spray residue. Cleanliness is a judged quality. 3. Stem length should be in proportion to size of flower. If flower type grows on stem with leaves, include at least one set of leaves. Measurement of stem, where specified, is from cut end to tip. 4. Exhibitor should list common or variety name on exhibit card and botanical name, if known. 5. American Rose Society standards will be used as guidelines in judging roses. Exhibitor must list variety, if known. 6. Each specimen may be judged only once. The Supervisor reserves the right to reclassify or move entries. The Fair is not responsible for cut specimens after the judging. Wilted flowers will be discarded. Conditioning flowers as follows will assure maximum longevity: Gather flowers after 4 pm or very early in the morning. Cut most kinds of flowers before they reach full bloom. Split or crush cut ends of woody branches. Re-cut stem underwater and stand entire stem up to the bloom in warm water overnight in a cool place, to rehydrate after picking. Groom entry and remove only leaves that will be underwater when placed in exhibit vase. 7. Containers will be provided by the Fair. However, if specimen is unusually large or heavy, exhibitor should provide plain, sturdy container with name label on bottom. 8. Multiple entries may be made in each Class, except 28 & 58, providing each is a different cultivar, type, or color. Only one entry per exhibitor in 'Bloom of the Day' classes. 9. One stem per entry, unless otherwise noted. 10 Second judging entries have been reassigned separate numbers in B Divisions to make it possible to substitute flowers that have not bloomed for the entered time period to be substituted into the alternate period. DON T FORGET: Enter each Division/Class desired PLUS once in this Division to record fee. DIVISION CUT FLOWERS ENTRY FEE 1. ALL EXHIBITORS ENTERING CUT FLOWERS MUST ALSO ENTER THIS DIVISION. The one $5 fee is good for up to 100 cut flower entries. (Divisions B) In order for your cut flower entries in Divisions B to be accepted, you must enter this Division to apply the special processing fee in addition to entering each Division & Class desired. 69 FLORAL ARTS

7 First Judging Period DIVISION CUT FLOWERS (No Roses) 1. Agapanthus - any color or variety 2. Alstroemeria 2 stems 3. Bougainvillea 4. Chrysanthemum frutescens (Marguerite) or C. maximum (Shasta Daisy) any variety, specify 2 stems 5. Cosmos - 2 stems 6. Dahlia 7. Flowering Shrub, any variety not listed (specify), not over 24" from base of stem to tip of branch - 1 branch 8. Flowering Vine up to 18" - 1 branch 9. Fuchsia at least 6 stem 10. Gerbera (Transvaal Daisy) 11. Gladiolus - 1 spike 12. Hydrangea 13. Iris 14. Lilium (Lily), any variety 15. Marigold 16. Orchid, any variety 17. Pelargonium domesticum (Martha Washington or any other type), in bloom with foliage 18. Pelargonium hortorum (common geranium), in bloom with foliage 19. Peony 20. Poppy 21. Salvia 22. Sunflower 23. Zinnia 24. Any Annual not listed, same variety any color - 2 stems 25. Any Corm, Rhizome or Bulb not listed, (specify) 26. Any Biennial or Perennial not listed, (specify) 27. Mixed Bouquet - 3 to 7 stems 28. Bloom of the Day - Bring in the ONE most beautiful bloom in your garden. 29. Foliage Collection - 5 different foliage specimens, each displayed in separate containers. No flowers. DIVISION 421 CUT ROSES 1. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, white, near white 2. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, yellow, yellow blend 3. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend 4. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, red, red blend 5. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, orange pink, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet 6. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, Bouquet, same color or assorted - 5 stems. 7. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, white, near white, yellow, yellow blend 8. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend 9. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, red, red blend 10. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet 11. Single (5 to 11 petals) 12. Shrub rose 13. Miniature - Individual bloom 14. Miniature - Individual blooms, same color or assorted - 3 stems 15. Miniature - Spray 16. Any not listed above, outdoor grown 17. Most fragrant rose 18. Rose Bouquet 5 or more stems, same or assorted varieties FLORAL ARTS 70

8 NEW Division & Class Numbers Second Judging Period DIVISION 420B - CUT FLOWERS (No Roses) 1B. Agapanthus - any color or variety 2B. Alstroemeria any color 2 stems 3B Bougainvillea 4B. Chrysanthemum frutescens (Marguerite) or C.maximum (Shasta Daisy) any variety, specify - 2 stems 5B. Cosmos - any color - 2 stems 6B. Dahlia 7B. Flowering Shrub, any variety not listed (specify), not over 24" from base of stem to tip of - 1 branch 8B. Flowering Vine up to 18" - 1 branch 9B. Fuchsia at least 6 stem 10B. Gerbera (Transvaal Daisy) 11B. Gladiolus - 1 spike 12B. Grass ornamental bloom or seedhead (except pampas grass) - 2 stems 13B. Hydrangea 14B. Lilium (Lily) 15B. Marigold 16B. Orchid, any variety 17B. Pelargonium domesticum (Martha Washington or any other type), in bloom with foliage 18B. Pelargonium hortorum (common geranium), in bloom with foliage 19B. Peony 20B. Poppy 21B. Salvia 22B. Sunflower 23B. Zinnia 24B. Any Annual not listed, same variety any color - 2 stems 25B. Any Corm, Rhizome or Bulb not listed, (specify) 26B. Any Biennial or Perennial not listed, (specify) 27B. Mixed Bouquet - 3 to 7 stems 28B. Bloom of the Day - Bring in the ONE most beautiful bloom in your garden. 29B. Foliage Collection - 5 different foliage specimens, each displayed in separate containers. No flowers. NEW Division & Class Numbers DIVISION 421B CUT ROSES 1B. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, white, near white 2B. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, yellow, yellow blend 3B. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend 4B. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, red, red blend 5B. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, orange pink, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet 6B. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, Bouquet, same color or assorted - 5 stems. 7B. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, white, near white, yellow, yellow blend 8B. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend 9B. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, red, red blend 10B. Floribunda or Polyantha spray or single bloom, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet 11B. Single (5 to 11 petals) 12B. Shrub rose 13B. Miniature - Individual bloom 14B. Miniature - Individual blooms, same color or assorted - 3 stems 15B. Miniature Spray 16B. Any not listed above, outdoor grown 17B. Most fragrant rose 18B. Rose Bouquet 5 or more stems, same or assorted varieties 71 FLORAL ARTS

9 Cut Flower Scorecard General Guidelines Only Each kind of plant or cut specimen exhibits characteristics of bloom and growth pattern affecting how each of the elements are interpreted. The following are general listings to use as a guide. Cultural Perfection 20 Color & Substance 20 Form, Size & Number of Blooms 20 Condition & Grooming 25 Distinction (Superiority & Difficulty) 10 Correctly Named 5 Total 100 Cut Rose Scorecard General Guidelines Only Form 20 Color 20 Stem & Foliage 20 Size, Balance & Proportion 20 Substance 15 Correctly Named 5 Total 100 ARTISTIC DESIGN The title following each Class number in these Divisions is to provide inspiration/ideas upon which to develop each design-- just hints at possible colors, mood, etc. which may illicit similar or very different interpretations for each designer. FAIR THEME: We Build the Fun COORDINATOR: CHARLOTTE MASSON or Charlottesarrangements@yahoo.com IMPORTANT: Please notify the Coordinator by the day before judging if you are canceling an entry, so your reserved display space can be reassigned. Plan to arrive in plenty of time to complete your arrangements within the allotted time. Exhibitors must leave the building by 9 a.m. (10:00 a.m. on June 8). RULES: (see also Department rules) 1. All entries must be the work of the exhibitor. 2. All entries must contain some fresh plant material, unless otherwise specified. Fresh plant material includes cut flowers, foliage, branches, fruits, vegetables, and succulents. No growing plants are to be used except in pot-et-fleurs. Fresh plant material must not be sprayed, dyed, painted, etc. Dried materials may be treated (i.e., sprayed, waxed, painted, dyed, etc.). No fresh plant material is to be used in Dried/Preserved classes. Fruits and vegetables must not be cut open (except in animal structures). Imitation or artificial plant material (including silk flowers) will not be permitted, unless otherwise specified. 3. All fresh plant material MUST be kept in good condition or premium may be withheld. Refreshing can be done during any of the times when other exhibits are being received. If you are not able to come in to refresh, you must leave extra material, labeled for refreshing by staff. 4. Exhibitor should display a card listing plant materials used (for public information). 5. Accessories are permitted in all classes, unless otherwise specified. Please do not use valuable items in display. 6. All containers, bases, and accessories should be marked on the bottom with name and phone number of exhibitor. 7. Supervisor reserves the right to move arrangements, if necessary. 8. Amateur exhibitors of all experience levels are encouraged to enter any unspecified class. However, one Class in each judging period is reserved for competition in each of three experience levels. Exhibitors in Classes 1-3 should choose the category designated by the number of blue ribbons he/she has won in any standard show in the Design Classes or where he judges his expertise level to be. NOVICE: One who has won not more than 15 blue ribbons INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED: One who has won MASTER: One who has won 50 or more blue ribbons 9. Approximate space allowed for Masters is 40", to be filled proportionately, other Classes 32". Pedestal tops are 15" square. Plain background is provided where possible to a maximum height of 30". Exhibitor may furnish individual standing background, underlay and/or open frame, if desired. 10. Size stated for Petite arrangements represents maximum in any direction - height, width and depth of entire entry, including base, if used. 11. Exhibition table exhibits will be staged as individual designs on a shared table and are non-functional (not for food service). They are shown for design effect only, but MUST contain linens, dishes & a fresh decorative unit. 12. Descriptions of design types given in quotation marks are fully paraphrased from the Handbook for Flower Shows, REV Complete descriptions of styles are available from the Supervisor. 13. Titles are meant to suggest or inspire and should not be taken literally. FLORAL ARTS 72

10 NOVICE/BEGINNER OPEN TO ALL & 1 st Place $10 1 st Place $25 2 nd Place $8 2 nd Place $20 3 rd Place $7 3 rd Place $15 INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED SPECIAL EXHIBITS EVERLASTING & DRIED ARRANGEMENTS 1 st Place $15 2 nd Place $12 1 st Place $12 3 rd Place $10 2 nd Place $10 3 rd Place $8 MASTERS MINIATURES & JEWELERY 1 st Place $30 1 st Place $10 2 nd Place $25 2 nd Place $8 3 rd Place $20 3 rd Place $7 First Judging Period DIVISION ARTISTIC DESIGN NOVICE/BEGINNER: 1. SKYSCRAPER - Designer's choice INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED: 2. HOT RIVETS - Designer's choice MASTERS: 3. CANTILEVERED DECK - Designer's choice OPEN TO ALL: 4. DETOUR Designer s choice 5. STEEL BEAMS Designer s choice 6. TINKERTOY TIME Designer s choice 7. CONSTRUCTION CRANE A contemporary European Design using concepts and techniques utilized in commercial floristry 8. FRESH BLACKTOP An Exhibition-Style Table using Designer s choice of materials, staged on a shared table DIVISION 431 DESIGNS USING DRIED/PRESERVED MATERIALS... an opportunity to create design entries well in advance Flower forms contrived using natural plant material may be used. Dried materials may be painted or dyed. To Remain Throughout Fair. 1. PRE-FAB BUILDINGS Designer's choice 2. FRAMED UP A Plaque Design consisting of plant material and other component parts attached to a background panel. Design may be traditional or abstract, in two or three dimensions. Exhibit must be self-supporting or be supplied with an easel for display on a table 3. MEN AT WORK - A display of 3-5 coordinated gift boxes creatively wrapped and attractively decorated using mostly natural plant materials For Other Everlasting Designs see Petite Division 434 and Garden Craft Division 436 & FLORAL ARTS

11 DIVISION SPECIAL EXHIBITS 1. BUNDLED WIRE A nosegay or small bouquet, appropriately displayed 2. BEHIND THE DOOR - A hanging wall decoration. Create an attractive bouquet to spill from a wall-mounted container supplied by Fair. Unit supplied consists of a 11" x 15" buff colored pressed metal plaque on which is hung a 6 or 8" clear glass tube. Maximum of 6. DIVISION 434 PETITE DESIGNS 1. SAND CASTLES Not to exceed 3" 2. ROCK & GRAVEL Over 3" but not more than 5" 3. LEGO FUN Over 5" but not more than 8" 4. TREEHOUSE Hanging from supplied 10" x 4" stand 5. NAILED IT Exhibition table, under 8" 6. CIRCULAR STAIRWAY Functional table 6" square, 8" round or smaller 7. OPEN WINDOW An exhibitor designed door or window element, decorated using dried materials. Self-standing and no more than 10" maximum. To remain throughout the Fair. 8. URBAN SHAPES (PATTERNED PLANTING) An exhibitor created container planting in which the form and colors of the individual miniature growing plants are combined into a design to be viewed from above as in a quilt, long ago called Victorian carpet bedding. Container size should be between 6-8. (See similar larger design in Division 470 Class 4.) (Also see mini garden scene using preserved materials Division 441 Class 5.) DIVISION 436 CRAFTED FLORAL JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES The exhibitor must have created each piece with natural plant material---seeds, nuts, plant fibers, flowers, etc. All design elements must be plant material which may have been dried or preserved. Each entry should be mounted for display on a suitable stand provided by the exhibitor. 1. Necklace 2. Earrings 3. Pin 4. Hair ornament 5. Other DIVISION 437 EVERLASTING CREATIONS Exhibitor created decorative items made with natural dried or preserved plant material---moss, seeds, nuts, plant fibers, flowers, etc. Each entry should have a suitable stand for display. Please state size on entry. 1. Pressed flower picture 2. Seed mosaic or picture 3. Two-dimensional design/object using primarily natural materials 4. Three-dimensional design/object using primarily natural materials 5. Mini Garden Scene maximum 5-8 in any dimension. Accessories such as rock, fencing, figures, etc. may be used. Second Judging Period DIVISION ARTISTIC DESIGN NOVICE/BEGINNER: 1. LINCOLN LOGS Designer's choice INTERMEDIATE /ADVANCED: 2. WALLS & WINDOWS Designer's choice MASTERS: 3. TURNING THE SCREW Designer s choice FLORAL ARTS 74

12 OPEN TO ALL: 4. PIPES Designer s choice 5. BLUEPRINT Designer s choice 6. WIRES & CABLES Designer s choice 7. PILE OF BRICKS A contemporary European Design using concepts and techniques utilized in commercial floristry 8. ADOBE WALLS - An Exhibition-Style Table using Designer s choice of materials, staged on a shared table DIVISION SPECIAL EXHIBITS 1. HEAVY EQUIPMENT An arranged grouping of 3 or more separate, coordinated units of containers and plant material arranged to form a single design with or without connecting elements. 2. TOPPING OUT A hanging wall decoration. Create an attractive bouquet to spill from a wall-mounted container supplied by Fair. Unit supplied consists of an 11" x 15" buff colored pressed metal plaque on which is hung a 6 or 8" clear glass tube. Maximum of 6. DIVISION 442 PETITE DESIGNS 1. ADOBE BRICKS Not to exceed 3" 2. PICKET FENCE Over 3", but not more than 5" 3. POST & BEAM Over 5", but not more than 8" 4. HELD BY A SCREW Hanging from supplied 10" x 4" stand 5. ROCK WALLS Exhibition table, not to exceed 8" 6. FLUFFY INSULATION Functional table setting, 6" square, 8" round, or smaller Floral Design Scorecard - Non Specific Design 42 Conformation (includes plant identification) 20 Distinction 16 Artistic Concept 12 Expression (Interpretation of class title) 10 Total 100 FULL TABLE DESIGNS CLASSES 1 & 2 CLASS 3 1 st Place $75 1 st Place $25 2 nd Place $70 2 nd Place $21 3 rd Place $60 3 rd Place $18 4 th Place $15 RULES: (see also Department rules) 1. Full tables in Classes 1 & 2 are considered Club Projects and initial entry is offered to societies, or groups. Individuals may sign up, but are not assured of an entry slot until all entries have been processed. Individuals will be advised after entry close if they should prepare their exhibit. Entries are limited to the number of awards offered in each class. Please notify the Supervisor by four days before judging if you are canceling an entry, so your reserved table may be reassigned. 2. Fair will provide a floor length underskirt on full tables. Skirt will not be considered by the judges as part of design. 3. Functional Table exhibits (as if for actual service of food) must include tablecloth, dishes, napkins and a fresh decorative unit. Accessories are permitted, but NO flatware or food. A small sign describing the occasion, menu and/or specific design inspiration may also be displayed on the table. The number of place settings is the designer's choice, unless specified. Class 3 may use small space proportionally or just one place setting with decorative unit scaled for larger table, if desired. 4. Rules 1-7 in Artistic Design also apply. 5. Functional table sizes: Round table: 48" diameter, 29" high Rectangular table: 30" wide, 72" long and 29" high Your Small table: approx " across, 29" high 6. Courtesy cards (as for linens or dishes borrowed from a store) may be placed after the judging. 75 FLORAL ARTS

13 First Judging Period DIVISION FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS 1. BUILDING BRIDGES OF FRIENDSHIP 48" round table 2 FLAG MAN Set on a 30" x 72" table. 3. ORANGE CONES Supply your own small table or contact supervisor by June 1 to reserve small round table. Second Judging Period DIVISION FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS 1. FAVORITE PAINT COLORS 48" round 2. CONSTRUCTION ZONE Set on a 30" x 72" table. 3. STONE FOUNDATION Supply your own small table or contact Supervisor by June 1 to reserve small round table. SPECIAL DISPLAYS DIVISION 460: CLASS 1 DIVISION 460: CLASS 2 1 st Place $300 1 st Place $250 2 nd Place $275 2 nd Place $225 3 rd Place $250 3 rd Place $200 4 th Place $225 4 th Place $175 5 th Place $200 6 th Place $175 DIVISON 460: CLASS 3 1 st Place $200 2 nd Place $175 3 rd Place $150 4 th Place $125 5 th Place $100 RULE: (see also Department rules) 1. Division 460 Educational displays, sky gardens, and balcony gardens are considered Club Projects. Entries acceptance is limited to the number of awards offered per class and to be filled by organizations first, then individuals. Entries judged together. Handout materials add to the educational value, but are not required. Mandatory 20 point deduction will be made for use of deceptive artificial plant material, except exhibitor created representational art used as an educational model. IMPORTANT: Please notify Department Supervisor by four days before judging if you are cancelling an entry, so that your reserved space can be reassigned. 2. Individuals may sign up, but are not assured of an entry slot until all entries have been processed. Individuals will be advised after entry close if they should prepare an exhibit. 3. Division 464 is open to both adult & youth individuals. Please state age on entry form, if under 18 years of age. DIVISION 460 DECORATIVE & INFORMATIONAL DISPLAYS EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY: Please specify interest area. (Succulents, African Violets, Orchids, Birds etc.) Exhibit must show identified varieties or types, growing techniques, conservation and/or related material of educational value and must receive at least 80 points to receive an award. Approximately 45 to 60 sq. ft. of visual space should be used in display. Eight-foot table against wall provided. Alternate placement on open floor (4 x 4 space) must be reserved in advance with Supervisor. Any solid construction wider than 3 and taller than 4 can only be used at an approved location. Organization signs must be of a size in proportion to display and must not be visible during judging. First entries get preferred placement. Limit of 6. BALCONY GARDEN: Decorate a 5 x 8 space to grow, enjoy and beautifully display coordinated containerized plantings. Plant stands, seating, and accessories may be used. Plant material should be correctly identified. Balcony railing will be provided. Limit of 4. SKY GARDEN: A single innovative vertical unit at least 5 tall with plants held at several levels to maximize growing space in a small footprint while providing at least eight square feet of growing surface. Growing pockets, hangers, etc. may be used. Plant material should be correctly identified. Maximum 4 x 4 space on floor will be reserved for each display. Limit of Educational Display 2. Balcony Garden 3. Sky Garden FLORAL ARTS 76

14 DIVISION 464 INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITOR EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY An educational display of several related plants, growing techniques, practices or area of horticultural interest. Both general design of the exhibit and useful signage is important. Area 2 ½ - 3 feet square on table will be reserved for each entry. Though a minimum standard must be met, this contest is open to both adults and youth. Please state age on entry form, if exhibitor is under st Place $75 2 nd Place $60 3 rd Place $50 Special Exhibits Scorecard 1. Individual Educational Display Condition & Coordination 30 Conformance & Presentation 20 Craftsmanship 20 Creativity (Information presentation in Class #1) 20 Educational Information 10 TOTAL 100 GARDEN CRAFT ALSO SEE: Additional crafted jewelry & dried flower entries are listed within artistic design section.(div 440 & 441) Crafts made specifically from agricultural materials are listed in the Agriculture Department pages. DIVISION st Place $30 2 nd Place $25 3 rd Place $20 DIVISION 473 & st Place $30 2 nd Place $25 3 rd Place $15 DIVISION DECORATIVE SMALL CONTAINER GARDENS 1. DESKTOP FANTASY or FAIRY GARDEN A portable, containerized garden scene (open or closed) planted with smallscale, living plants and decorated with fences, trellis, paving and/or structures making it appear to be a real garden in miniature. Satisfy your desire for a Victorian arbor, putting green or jungle tree house, but on a small scale. Due to the delicate nature of the plant material, there is no requirement that all of the plants have been growing in place for any length of time, though the display should have a settled appearance. Have fun and indulge the landscape designer in you. Maximum size for stability and portability is about 2 x 2 (similar to a seedling flat). 2. COMBINATION PLANTING A single container creatively designed for maximum show with a variety of compatible plants suitable for indoor or outdoor display. Use differing leaf shapes, colors and flower forms to mimic the popular large mixed planting outdoor containers. Suggested container size is diameter inside measurement. 3. LIVING ART PLANTING Exhibitor created wreath, plaque, frame, globe or similar form attractively planted with a variety of coordinated, rooted, growing plants. Other elements may be added, but living materials should predominate. Entry should be provided with a sturdy wire loop for hanging or display stand for non-hanging design. 4. PATTERNED PLANTING An exhibitor created container planting in which the form and colors of the many individual plants are combined into a design as in a quilt, long ago called Victorian carpet bedding. Ground-hugging and smallscale succulents work very well to form distinct patterns; but, any plant type may be used. Exhibit will be viewed from above to show the full effect of the pattern, rather than the individual plant forms. Shallow container size should be between across. (Also, see similar miniature design in Division 434 Class 8.) 77 FLORAL ARTS

15 DIVISION 473 DO-AHEAD GARDEN ART 1. DECORATIVE FEATURE An exhibitor designed & constructed useful/decorative object suitable for garden enhancement e.g. birdbath, cairn, totem, statue. It should have been made in the preceding year with natural or garden-suitable materials to compliment plantings. Minimum size is 24. Judging will be based on design, workmanship, functionality and originality. 2. FLOWERPOT FIGURE - Exhibitor constructed and decorated human or animal figure assembled from standard flowerpots and decorated with paints & fresh or preserved natural plant materials e.g. ladies can be constructed of stacked pots with the lowest one becoming the skirt or bears using small pots as legs & ears. Use your imagination. 3. NATURAL GARDEN FIGURE/DECORATION A large form for the garden made by the exhibitor within the preceding year and provided with means to stand or hang. All or a significant part should be of natural materials (e.g. dried vine, branches, dried flowers, etc.). Living plant material may be included, but not required. Design, functionality & workmanship will be considered in judging. Minimum size is 24. Please describe your entry on the entry form so that suitable display space can be provided. 4. GARDEN FRIEND HOUSING Build/decorate a bird, bat or butterfly house, native bee nesting block, wildlife feeder or watering station. While attractiveness is important, judging will also be based on accurate sizing & materials for the purpose intended. Animals often prefer shelter that blends with their surroundings, while humans appreciate a cute touch in the garden. Either approach for your entry is fine. State on entry form the total size & whether freestanding or hanging. (See also Youth group project in Division 495) DIVISION 474 DO-AHEAD GARDEN DESCRIPTION 1. MY GARDEN PLAN A display illustrating an exhibitor-designed small garden, including drawings or photos of the look of the garden and a sketch showing position of features, locations & names of plants with any sun/wind orientation & site conditions that affect your choice of plantings. Elements should be mounted together (approx. 20 x30 ) and arranged for hanging or self-standing. Judging will be based on the overall design and appropriate choice/use of the plant material. NOTE: This may be an actual garden or one only imagined and devised by the exhibitor. 2. MY HERBARIUM An exhibitor-prepared pressed herbarium of at least ten specimens, suitably mounted, identified and prepared for exhibit, assembled with protection for public display, as with sheet protectors in a notebook. Each mounted specimen should show all plant parts as needed for identification. Whether using a stacked press or weighted phone book, the ancient technique of preservation is still scientifically important. The method is described at and similar sites. FLORAL ARTS 78

16 INDIVIDUAL YOUTH ENTRIES NO ENTRY FEE for individual youth in these Divisions. These categories are suitable for individual entry. If done in school or youth group, they may be delivered to Fair together; but items should be entered & identified separately and have been made and, if necessary, cared for by the entered exhibitor. Division 464 is also open to youth exhibitors without loss of youth status in other Fair Departments. DIVISIONS Ribbons only RULES: 1. Competition is open to all youth under 16 years of age. Membership in 4-H, garden clubs, FFA or any other youth organization is NOT required. 2. Exhibitors must state age at time of Fair opening on entry. Signature of parent or legal guardian is required on each form. 3. Department and similar adult section rules also apply, unless otherwise stated. 4. Horticulture entries must have been grown by the exhibitor for at least 60 days prior to the Fair opening, and should have been planted in its present container by the exhibitor. 5. All design entries must have been made by the Youth Exhibitor within 1 year of the opening date of the Fair, and kept looking fresh while on exhibit. Arrangements may use purchased materials. Animal structures (Class 2) may be constructed of whole and/or parts of vegetable/plant material with wire, toothpick, etc. as fastenings. 6. The Danish system of judging will be used in this section, unless otherwise stated. This method scores each entry individually on its own merit, rather than in direct comparison with other entries. DIVISION 490 POTTED PLANTS 1. Flowering plant 2. Leafy plant 3. Herb 4. Plant grown from food product - avocado, pineapple, sweet potato, etc. 5. Cactus name variety, if known 6. Succulent - name variety, if known 7. Succulent Dish Garden - 4 or more varieties of Cacti and/or succulents Container not to exceed 18" 8. Container Garden or Terrarium - 5 or more varieties of plants grown together - Container not to exceed 18" in diameter. 9. Miniature garden a small scale landscape of proportional rooted, growing plants in a shallow container 18" or less across. Accessories such as rocks, paths, and fencing may be added to complete the illusion. YOUTH FLORAL DESIGNS Fresh plant material includes cut flowers, foliage, branches, fruits, vegetables, and succulents. Fresh plant material must not be sprayed, dyed or painted; though dried materials may be so treated, often to advantage. Imitation or artificial plant material (including silk flowers) is not permitted. Fruits and vegetables may be cut open and secured with toothpicks, wire, etc. to construct animal forms. Division 491 & 493 must have at least some fresh components (though all need not be fresh). First Judging Period DIVISION ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENTS 1. FRESH FLORAL DESIGN- A design larger than 8 inches using exhibitor s choice of plant material, with or without accessories 2. VEGGIE ANIMAL - An animal form constructed from fruits, vegetables & plant parts 3. FRESH MINIATURE DESIGN - An arrangement containing some fresh plant material, not to exceed 5 in any direction. 79 FLORAL ARTS

17 DIVISION DRIED ONLY DESIGNS Natural, dried materials may be dyed or painted for color, and may include exhibitor-constructed flower forms made of natural plant materials. Can be made weeks before Fair. No fresh plant material, please. To remain throughout Fair. 1. DRIED FLORAL DESIGN Arrangement larger than 8 inches using exhibitor choice of plant material. 2. CRAFTED ITEM An exhibitor-made wall decoration, hat, doll, seed mosaic, etc. decorated with mostly natural materials. No more than 10% of the decoration may be other accessories. 3. ANIMAL FORM An animal or human figure created from dried plant material (e.g. nuts, cones, stems, leaves, fibers). 4. DRIED MINIATURE DESIGN - An arrangement using dried materials, not to exceed 5 Second Judging Period DIVISION ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENTS 1. FRESH FLORAL DESIGN - Arrangement larger than 8 inches using exhibitor choice of plant material 2. VEGGIE ANIMAL - A constructed form made to look like an animal using fruits, vegetables & plant parts 3. FRESH MINIATURE DESIGN - An arrangement with some fresh material, not to exceed 5" in any direction YOUTH GROUP & SCHOOL PROJECTS These are educational categories suitable for classroom, scout, 4-H or youth group, each entry being one coordinated display to be judged as a unit. The focus is to bring information learned in the classroom to a public display. Exhibit may be individual items made by each student which are shown together or items and signage made cooperatively as a group. Exhibit should include labels and easy to read information on what was learned and/or the process used. Area 2½ x 4 feet on table will be reserved for each entry (notify Supervisor if 4 foot square space on floor preferred). (Items to be judged individually should only be entered in previously listed individual Divisions ) RULES: 1. Competition is open to groups of 10 or more individuals 5-14 years of age. 2. Exhibitors ages at time of Fair must be stated on entry. Signature of adult coordinator is required on each form. 3. Department, adult, and previous youth section rules apply where applicable. DIVISION 494 DIVISION st Place $150 1 st Place $75 2 nd Place $140 2 nd Place $60 3 rd Place $130 3 rd Place $50 4 th Place $115 4 th Place $40 5 th Place $110 6 th Place $100 FLORAL ARTS 80

18 DIVISION 494 YOUTH GROUP PROJECTS 1. Growth or characteristics of plants 2. Propagation & plant health 3. Role of plants (general or a specific kind) in the ecosystem 4. Decorative, useful or artistic use of natural plant materials This might be collage pictures or animal statues made of dried leaves, pod & cones, twig baskets, pressed flower art, fabric decorated through flower-pounding, etc. DIVISION 495 YOUTH GROUP- CONSTRUCTIONS FOR WILDLIFE A collection of bird, bat or butterfly houses, native bee nesting blocks, wildlife feeders and/or watering stations made and/or decorated by a group of youth with brief description of type of animal being attracted & use it will make of the items. An area 2½ x 4 feet on table will be reserved unless Supervisor is notified to reserve larger area or alternate hanging location by one week before placement. While attractiveness is important, judging will also be based on accurate sizing & materials for the purpose intended. Animals often prefer shelters of natural materials that blends with their surroundings, though humans appreciate a cute touch in the garden. Either approach for your entry is fine. 1. Garden Helper Housing Collection CLASSROOM CONTAINER GARDENS Open to San Mateo County Public Elementary and Middle School Classes Entries must be submitted under the name of the School and Classroom number or Teacher Name for each entry. Entries are limited to two entries per classroom. See Also: last pages of each of Agriculture & Gardens Departments for other School-appropriate entries. DIVISION 496 DIVISION st Place $150 1 st Place $40 2 nd Place $125 2 nd Place $30 3 rd Place $100 3 rd Place $25 4 th Place $75 DIVISION 496 LARGE CONTAINER SCHOOL FLOWER GARDENS One large or a well-integrated collection of several containers attractively using approximately 8-15 square feet of growing surface. Suitable containers might be large flowerpots, 5 gallon nursery cans, a barrel, or a free-standing vertical structure. Each display will be staged within a 4 x4 area on the floor; so, exhibitor should provide stand(s) and saucers, if needed. Foliage plants may be used; but, grouping should also contain at least 3 varieties of blooming plants. Plants should have been grown for at least three months to form a full, mature display. American system will be used in judging. 1. Elementary Division (grades K-5) Large Container Garden 2. Middle School Division (grades 6-8) Large Container Garden 81 FLORAL ARTS

19 DIVISION 497 SMALL CONTAINER DECORATIVE SCHOOL GARDENS GARDEN IN A POT- An attractive, mature grouping of at least 3 kinds of plants growing in a container. Use variation in leaf color, shape & texture to make the composition interesting. Flowers may appear; but, the main interest is in the combination of foliages. BLOOMING GARDEN IN A POT- An attractive, mature grouping of at least 3 kinds of flowering plants growing in a container. FANTASY GARDEN - A garden scene using growing plants and student constructed ornaments/furniture to form an attractive site suitable for fairies, gnomes, etc. in a container. Any figures or ornaments used should be securely fastened. 1. Garden in a Pot - Elementary Division (grades K-5) 2. Blooming Garden - Elementary Division (grades K-5) 3. Fantasy Garden Elementary Division (grades K-5) 4. Garden in a Pot - Middle School Division (grades 6-8) 5. Blooming Garden - Middle School Division (grades 6-8) 6. Fantasy Garden Middle School Division (grades 6-8) FLORAL ARTS 82