They are said to like some air circulation. They are sold sometimes in quite small pots, or as medium potted plants or even small indoor trees. Balfouriana or pinnata)False aralia - genus Plerandra (Schefflera, Dizygotheca) species elegantissimaCall it...
Sections are stated in the Flower Show Schedule that has been published. Find out about flower shows in your neck of the woods to see if opportunities exist to share your successes with others.
She interpreted "Jackson, the State Capitol" in her small design that featured pine. Flowers are dried hydrangea blossoms painted red, accompanied by tiny bits of fern frond. Entitled "Southern Hospitality", the Petite Advanced-Standardwas held at the...
Ugh, tax time! Are you wishing that you had a magic money tree? A minor point but one that some readers may find importantMoney Tree art at left by the incomparable "Inky" Used here with permission, Thank you! Inky Art not to be used elsewhere without...
Scientific names should be given, and the viewer should be able to tell which plant goes with which name. All together, a Standard Flower Show can be an unforgettable experience. The important point is that all plants in the trough should have similar...
In this case, the entry card states the garden club's name and the president/director's names only, and individual competitors do not receive exhibiting credit for participating in the club competition.Once the requirements are understood, the sky is...
Equipment continues to be refined and improved, so now scientists can isolate such infinitesimal particles as the DNA of an organism, which contains the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all life forms.
In this division are such things as youth exhibits, educational exhibits, sponsored groups, and gardens. The term, "Standard Flower Show" is the official title of a flower show conforming to standards established by National Garden Clubs, Inc.
This staging provided by the committee, however, does not influence judging.More likely, the exhibitor will provide the containers, and in this case, the appropriateness of the containers will be a part of the judges' considerations.
Members and visitors find much to admire as they meander through the show looking at the exhibits. Designer's choice of style.The designer used pink sweetheart roses to pick up the colors in her china.Class 2: "Creative Gardeners" A pot-et-fleur.
The clothesline was chosen for the contrast against the dark background for photography purposes. You will use the two outside cords to tie the knots, while the two inside cords will be the ‘carrier' cords for your work.These three images will demonstrate...
They weigh from 10 to 20 pounds each and are up to 2 feet long! Mangels look like humongous carrots while growing, except they grow partway in the earth and partway sticking up out of the ground.
As long as the roots are in water, the sky is the limit on arrangement. That stem is rotting and should be removed immediately.The rest of the canes are usually fine. Lucky Bamboo Shop also graciously allowed me to use the picture above; thank you!Another...
Below are the excerpts from the Flower Show Schedule giving directions for each class.“Whimsical Crafts” The Artistic Craft Award (navy rosette) may be awarded to the highest scoring exhibit; must be a blue-ribbon winner scoring 95 points or higher.:...
However, as collectibles so often do, my garden ornaments became more and more numerous. I had been making grapevine wreaths for years, so making a grapevine tree shouldn't be an insurmountable task.At any rate, one of the most challenging activities...
The previously mentioned special exhibits may be counted. Even though Artistic Crafts cannot count as a Special Exhibit when applying for NGC Flower Show Achievement Awards, its inclusion in shows is encouraged as it adds interest and offers exhibitors...
I was warm from my nose to my toes for the first time in months, and I had only been reading for just a few minutes. Christmas came and went, as did the arrival of 2010, and I greeted the new year with an extra long shiver from my nose to my toes.
We spent several hours taking in the sights and the experience bolstered out winter-weary spirits enough to face the next few weeks before spring begins in earnest here in the Mid-South.
My smart phone has an awesome utility for keeping records, issuing reminders, and gathering information. I can email the pictures to myself, and then post them on theif need be. A weather forecast, as I stand in the back forty (feet) of the yard debating...
Florileges in French translates in English as "anthology." I understand this may bring some perplexity as you have been promised flowers, and not only flowers but tropical ones which instantly brought to mind images of orchids, bromeliads, bird of the...
It's been a long, dreary winter and the first signs of spring find restless gardeners anxious to start planting! The avalanche of catalogs you've been flipping through all winter MUST have you yearning for that certain plant...right?
Nutrients in the plant are concentrated in green leaves, and the leaves are generally more palatable and digestible than the stems. Small grain hays (wheat, oats) can be good if harvested before the plant begins to make a seedhead.
As a postscript, the HummZinger turned out to be very easy to clean and the hummers liked it very much. Then you simply unscrew the top, wash the top and bottom, refill and reassemble.
Gardens may be in fish bowls, tanks, or other types of transparent containers. You may find that your skills as a grower will improve, and that you will learn a great deal about plants that grow well in your area.
The competition will be stiffer, because now the other clubs have caught on to our little ploy. Will the sought-after Sweepstakes Award finally be ours?On the following day, we return to the flower show.
I had many successes and many, many set backs on my quest. After much consideration and research, I ended up deciding to use both my gardening and creative gifts, to come up with my perfect party favor: home-propagated African Violets in hand-made clay...
Some even zip on or off at the knee for personal temperature control. These dipped gloves are surprisingly tough, durablecomfortable. I regretted not shopping atwhile they were on sale this fall, but I see on the website I can still get one for $20!-...
