Closing Date 12th July 2019
THE
GARDEN PARTY
15TH – 18TH AUGUST 2019
Closing Date 12th July 2019 Amateur Growers, Honey, Baking & Preserves
Registered Charity Number 1000698
Judges
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Regulations & Information for All Exhibitors
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Information for Amateur Growers Marquee
4- 5
Mixed Flowers Classes 1- 4
6
Ferns Classes 5 - 10
7
Hanging Basket Class 11
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Perpetual Flowering Carnations Classes 12 - 25
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Pinks Classes 26 - 31
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Chrysanthemums Classes 32 - 36
10
Dahlias Classes 37 - 57
11 - 12
Gladioli Classes 58 - 68
13
Bonsai Classes 69 - 73
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Roses Classes 74 - 91
15 - 16
Sweet Peas Classes 92 - 103
17 - 18
General Cut Flowers/Foliage/Berries Classes 104 - 116
19
Carnivorous Classes 117 - 121
20
Alpine & Rock Garden Plants Classes 122 - 133
21
Begonias Classes 134 - 146
22 - 23
Cacti and Succulents Classes 147 - 152
24
Fuchsias Classes 153 - 168
25
Orchids Classes 169 - 172
26
Plants (miscellaneous) Classes 173 - 184
27
Pelargoniums (Geraniums) Classes 185 - 195
28
Fruit Classes 196 - 209
29
Vegetables Classes 210 - 243
30 - 31
Information for Honey, Baking & Preserves Marquee
32 - 33
Honey Classes 244 - 282
34 - 35
Baking & Preserves Classes 283 - 305
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JUDGES CUT FLOWERS P. Booker I. Sutherland D. Matthewman K. Mastaglio N. Coe M. Roberts A. Foxall H. Minns S. Clensy I. Clark N. Bishop C. Hamnett
PLANTS J. Gay R. Goddard-Key R. Beecham J. Evans G. Mossop L. Clarkson A. Glen T. Tasker A. McDougall J. Porter T. Tickle H. Walker
FRUIT N. Warliker
VEGETABLES D. Metcalfe J. Robinson
BAKING & PRESERVES U. Lawler H. Williams R. Fraser HONEY T. Ashley J. Goodwin B. Diaper I. McLean
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Regulations & Information for All Exhibitors (a) Entry Fees - £6:00 for 5 entries. 50p for each additional entry
Junior classes £3.00 for 5 entries. 50p for each additional entry There is no limit to the number of entries per exhibitor. Entry fees must be included with application form. Official entry form must be used, photocopies are acceptable. (b) Cancellation of entries - If you are unable to exhibit please advise Amanda Taylor as soon as possible and no later than seven days before the Show. (c) Conditions of entry - An Exhibitor may not enter or stage more than one exhibit in the same class. The same exhibit may not be entered in more than one class. Exhibitors may not substitute one entry for another. (d) Strictly no entries accepted after the closing date. (e) Staging Passes - Passes will be sent out with your class confirmation letter. (f) Car Parking Pass can be purchased for the special price £3:50. Limited to one per exhibitor. (g) Exhibitor’s Packs – Containing:- Exhibit Cards, Removal Ticket, Single use Show Ticket, Removal Car Park Pass, paid Car Park Pass. These may be collected from the Flower Show office from 12 noon on Tuesday until 10:00am on Wednesday the week of the Show. After this they will be available from the relevant Marquee. Please ensure Exhibit Card details are correct, as exhibits staged without the appropriate card will be disqualified. (h) Exhibits- Whilst every effort will be made to protect and secure the exhibits, Southport Flower Show Ltd or any of their staff/volunteers will not be held responsible for any thefts or damage to exhibits Staging & Judging Times Amateur Growers Marquee th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm Tuesday 13 August th Wednesday 14 August from 9:00am to 12:00am (midnight) Judging starts at 7.00am Thursday 15th August Honey; Baking & Preserve Marquee th Tuesday 13 August from 6.00pm to 8.00pm th Wednesday 14 August from 9:00am to 5:50pm th Judging starts at 6.00pm Wednesday 14 August th
All Exhibitors and Vehicles must be off the show ground by Midnight Wednesday 14 August
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Judging, Prizes & Trophies Prize Money - Prize monies paid by cheque by the end of September. Trophies – Trophies may be collected from the Flower Show office after midday on the first day of the Show. Trophies must be returned to the office each night and collected the next morning. The Trophy Award Card must be presented when claiming a trophy. All trophies removed from the Showground must be insured for the full cost of replacement. A copy of the insurance document must be presented at the Flower Show office prior to removal. Arrangements must not be made to engrave Trophies or Plinths. Trophies must be returned, undamaged & in a clean condition, to Southport Flower Show by the 31st May of the following year. The Daily Mirror Trophy - The Daily Mirror "Xenia Field" Silver Perpetual Trophy will be st awarded to the best exhibit entered by an amateur aged under 21 years on the 1 day of the show. Exhibitors wishing to be considered for this award must complete the relevant section of the application with their date of birth. Concerns - Any concerns regarding judging must be made in writing and handed to the General Manager at the Flower Show office before 12:00 noon on the first day of the Show. Judging – The Judge’s Decision is final. Feedback from judges will be available at 11:00am on the first day of the show, at the manager’s office in the Amateur Marquee. Forfeiture of Prize Money - Any Exhibitor obtaining or attempting to obtain a prize fraudulently will forfeit the whole of any prize money they may otherwise be entitled to. Results - Results will be published on the website by 6:00pm on the first day of the show. Please do not call the office before 6:00pm. Health & Safety – please refer to SFS Health & Safety Guide Dogs - Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and owners must clean up after them. Bins are located throughout the showground. Dogs are NOT allowed in the catering or food marquees (with the exception of official assistance dogs). Vehicles - All vehicles entering the Showground must display the appropriate Vehicle Pass, with all details completed. Vehicles are not allowed inside the Marquees at any time. There is a strict 5 mph speed limit. No Smoking/Vaping – Smoking/Vaping is strictly prohibited in all marquees. Fire Precautions- Nothing of an inflammable or explosive nature must be brought to the Showground. The use of naked lights or primus type stoves is strictly prohibited. Definitions The words ‘kind’ & ‘cultivar’ are used in the following sense: Sweet Peas, Roses, Carnations etc. are distinct ‘kinds’ of flowers. “Fragrant Cloud”, “Peace”, “Superstar”, are distinct ‘cultivars’ of Roses. An “Amateur” is a person who grows plants, fruits or vegetables solely for enjoyment or for the domestic use of the produce, and that they must not be growing for only “pecuniary advantage” and must have grown or owned the plant/s for, at least 6 months. No Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist, Market Gardeners, nor their assistants or employees who grow or advertise garden or orchard produce for the purpose of sale can show as amateurs or gardeners.
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Amateur Growers Marquee Regulations/Information/Classes
Staging & Judging Times Tuesday 13th August from 12:00pm to 6:00pm Wednesday 14th August from 9:00am to 12:00am (midnight) Judging starts at 7.00am Thursday 15th August
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Amateur Growers The Amateur Gardening Trophy All 1st prize winners in each individual championship class are judged to determine an overall champion. The Champion of Champions will be awarded The Amateur Gardening Trophy (A02) and £100 prize money. Signage Exhibitors may not re-name any plants, flowers etc. which already have a recognized name. Trade/business cards or any advertising material must not be displayed near the exhibits. Final Day Sell Off & Break Down Society Bureau exhibits can be sold off at 4:00pm. Exhibits can be collected from 4:15pm on production of a Removal Ticket. The Removal Ticket will allow entry to the Showground from 4:00pm only. All benches should be cleared by 5:45pm. Any remaining exhibits will be recycled. Vehicles will only be permitted to enter the Showground upon announcement from the show organisers. Items for display provided by Southport Flower Show Vases (sizes A – E) Bowls Dishes Glass Bowls Frames Boards (excluding cups) Display items provided by Southport Flower Show must be used when specified in a particular class description.
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Amateur Growers Mixed Flowers Classes 1 - 4 General Conditions Staged and judged for decorative effect and any fresh foliage may be used to enhance the arrangements. Southport Flower Show bowls must be used. Classes 1 - 3 Exhibitors choice of 18cm or 25cm bowl appropriate to size and type of flower.
1 2 3 4
Classes 1 - 3 A Bowl of Mixed Cut Flowers A Bowl of Mixed Carnations and/or Pinks A Bowl of Mixed Dahlias, for all round effect One Pot of Hostas
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1st £10 £10 £10 £10
2nd £5 £5 £5 £5
3rd £3 £3 £3 £3
Ferns Classes 5 - 10
General Conditions
Quality and cultural skill will be the basis of judgement. There is no restriction on the size of pot or other container used in these classes. Each plant or undivided clump must be placed in a separate pot or container. Exhibitors are reminded that the staging is 1m deep. Awards The Happiland Trophy (A102) will be awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in Classes 6 - 10. In the event of a tie, the trophy will be withheld. The British Pteridological Society Trophy (A10) will be awarded with the first prize in class 5
5 6 7 8 9 10
Classes 5 - 10 Individual Championship Four Hardy British Ferns (dissimilar),Two Greenhouse Ferns (dissimilar),Two Foreign Ferns (Hardy in Great Britain) One Foreign Fern - Hardy in Great Britain One British Fern Any kind or cultivar One Greenhouse Fern One Asplenium Scolopendrium Three Ferns of the same kind e.g. 3 polystichumsor or 3 athyriums. Cultivars may be included
Prize 1st
2nd
3rd
£75
£30
£15
£10 £10 £10 £10
£5 £5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3 £3
£18
£9
£5
Amateur Growers Hanging Basket Class 11 Awards The Helter Trophy (A20) will be awarded with the first prize in class 11. Prize Class 11 1st 11 Hanging Basket/Hanging Pot Maximum size 31cm in £25 diameter. Excluding Begonias and Fuchsias
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2nd
3rd
£12
£6
Amateur Growers General Conditions
Perpetual Flowering Carnations Classes 12 – 25 Cut Flowers
Classes 12 – 25 - the wiring of individual blooms in classes 12 - 25 is not permitted. Carnation or Pink foliage only may be used. Except where otherwise stated, one variety only may be staged in a vase. Classes 13 - 22 - each class to consist of ONE VASE OF THREE BLOOMS of perpetual flowering Carnations, one variety only, in the colour(s) specified. Awards The Hargreaves Trophy (A29) awarded to the best exhibit in classes 13 – 25. The Allwood Trophy (A1) awarded with the first prize in class 12. British National Carnation Society Silver Medal Card awarded to the best individual vase of flowering Carnations. Vase B - 7.5cm x 20cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm
Prize
Classes 12 - 25 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Individual Championship 5 vases of 5 blooms, 4 distinct varieties and 1 vase of grower's choice White/Cream Self Scarlet/Crimson/Cerise Self Pink/Salmon/Rose Self Yellow/Green Self Apricot/Orange Self Mauve/Purple/Lavender Self White Ground Fancy Yellow Ground Fancy Red/Pink Ground Fancy Any other Ground Fancy not listed above One Vase Three Blooms Grower’s Choice – any variety or varieties One Vase Six Blooms Grower’s Choice any variety or varieties One Vase Twelve Blooms in not less than four distinct varieties
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
D
£75
£30
£15
B B B B B B B B B B
£8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8
£4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
£2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2
B
£8
£4
£2
D
£15
£7
£4
E
£30
£15
£7
Amateur Growers Pinks Classes 26 - 31
General Conditions
(a) Pinks which have slight shading in the centre, or a very small insignificant eye should be shown as self's, reserving the bi-colour classes for those with a marked eye. Intermediate types are unlikely to succeed in either class. (b) Allwoodii may be shown as Pinks unless expressly excluded Awards British National Carnation Society Silver Medal Card awarded to the best individual vase of flowering pinks. Vase Size A – 5cm x 18cm Prize Classes 26 - 31 26
27 28 29 30 31
Individual Championship, 6 vases, 3 stems of one distinct variety per vase and per exhibit, choose from the following selfs (note no two vases to be of the same colour), bi-colours, fancies, laced and singles. One Vase of Six Stems Fancy - Double or semi double any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Selfs - Double or semi double any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Bi-Colour - Double or semi double any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Singles any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Laced Single, double or semi double any variety or varieties
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
A
£75
£30
£15
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers Chrysanthemums Classes 32 - 36
General Conditions
These classes are judged in accordance with National Chrysanthemum Society Regulations. Awards The Southport Visiter Trophy (A36) awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in Classes 32-36. (In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld). The Mary F. Peet Trophy (A8) awarded with the first prize in class 32. A National Chrysanthemum Society Silver Medal and a National Chrysanthemum Society Certificate of Merit awarded at the Judges' discretion between classes 32 - 36. Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm
Prize
Classes 32 - 36 32 33 34 35 36
Three Vases of Chrysanthemums 3 distinct varieties, 3 blooms in a vase. Each vase to contain a distinct variety One Vase 3 stems, natural spray Chrysanthemums One vase 3 stems, distinct, of exhibition sprays. One vase 3 blooms, distinct, of Section 25, (intermediate Chrysanthemums) One vase 5 stems, distinct, of exhibition sprays
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
D
£20
£10
£5
D D
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
D
£10
£5
£3
E
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers Dahlias Classes 37 - 57
General Conditions Classes 38 - 57 (a) No artificial support is allowed in these classes. (b) Classes will be judged in accordance with National Dahlia Society Classified List Current Edition. Awards The Wolstenholme Trophy (A74) awarded with the first prize in class 37. The Seabourne Trophy (A37) awarded at the judges' discretion in classes 38 - 57. The Jescot Trophy (A5) awarded with the first prize in class 38. The Beecham Trophy (A132) will be awarded with first prize in class 43. A National Dahlia Society Silver Medal and Card will be awarded to the Best Exhibit. A National Dahlia Society Bronze Medal and Card will be awarded to the "Runner Up" to the Best Exhibit. Vase C - 7.5cm x 28cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 30cm Exhibitors own basket
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38 39 40 41 42
Classes 38- 57 Individual Championship (4 Vases distinct classifications from the following) Vase of 3 Giant or Large Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Medium Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Small Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Miniature Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Giant or Large Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias Vase of 3 Medium Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias Vase of 3 Small/Miniature Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias Vase of 3 Small Ball Dahlias Vase of 3 Miniature Ball Dahlias Vase of 5 Pompon Dahlias Max 52mm Each vase to contain a distinct variety Six Miniature/Small Decorative Dahlias two vases, one variety per vase. Three Blooms Miniature Decorative Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Small Decorative Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Medium Decorative Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Giant or Large Decorative Dahlias in three vases, one bloom per vase, any variety or varieties
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Prize 1st
2nd
3rd
D
£75
£30
£15
D
£15
£7
£4
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
Vase Size
Amateur Growers Dahlias Classes 37 - 57 (continued)
43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55
56 57
Six Blooms Giant or Large Decorative Dahlias one bloom per vase Six Medium Cactus or Semi Cactus Dahlias in two vases, two distinct varieties three blooms per vase, one variety in a vase. Nine Small or Miniature Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in three vases, any variety or varieties, one variety in a vase. Three Blooms of Miniature/Small Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Medium Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Giant or Large Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Miniature Ball Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Small Ball Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms of Waterlily Dahlias in one vase. Ten Blooms of Waterlily Dahlias in two vases , five blooms per vase, any variety or varieties Nine Blooms Pompon or Large Pompon Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms of Collerette Dahlias in one vase Basket of Dahlias to contain not less than twelve blooms. Judged for effect Any other foliage allowed. Oversize rule does not apply Exhibitors basket appropriate to size and type of bloom Two Vases of Dahlias any type, three blooms per vase, one variety in a vase A Floating Dahlia
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D
£15
£7
£4
D
£15
£7
£4
D
£18
£9
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
C
£10
£5
£3
C
£15
£7
£4
C
£18
£9
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
N/A
£15
£7
£4
D
£15
£7
£4
SFS 30cm Bowl
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Gladioli Classes 58 - 68
General Conditions
All classes are judged in accordance with the British Gladiolus Society judging rules. Note: Exhibits must have been grown by the exhibitor and be shown without supports, pins or stuck by artificial means. Any supportive material above the level of the vase will result in disqualification. Awards The Gladys Lavinia Reddington Trophy (A91) awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of first prizes in classes 59 - 67. In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld. The Tarbuck Trophy (A12) awarded with the first prize in class 58. A British Gladiolus Society Silver Medal Card and certificate will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. Vase C - 7.5cm x 28cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm Classes 58 - 68 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68
Individual Championship, Nine Spikes of Non-Primulinus Gladioli, in not less than three varieties. One Spike of Primulinus Gladioli One Spike of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 100/200, (miniature/small flowered) size One Spike of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 300, (medium flowered) size One Spike of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 400/500, (large/giant flowered) size Three Spikes of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 400/500, (large/giant flowered) size, any variety or varieties Three Spikes of Primulinus Gladioli, any variety or varieties One Vase, 3 Spikes, non-primulinus, one variety Six Spikes of Gladioli, any variety or varieties, to be staged two spikes to a vase Three Spikes of Gladioli, each of differing size Novice Class One Vase, 3 spikes, any variety, no size restrictions. Open to exhibitors who have not previously won a 1st prize in the gladioli section at the Southport Flower Show Kindly sponsored by Terry Morris
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Prize
Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
E
£75
£30
£15
C
£8
£4
£2
C
£8
£4
£2
D
£8
£4
£2
D
£8
£4
£2
E
£10
£5
£3
C
£10
£5
£3
C
£10
£5
£3
E
£30
£15
£7
C
£10
£5
£3
E
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Bonsai Classes 69 - 73
General Conditions
(a) A card 3cm x 10cm must be placed in front of the exhibit indicating: (1) Style; (2) Approximate age of tree, if known. (b) To be staged in a bonsai pot, normal flower pots are not permitted. (c) Bonsai stands and accent plants are permitted along with tasteful backdrops. (d) Displayed to be viewed from the front of the tree. Awards The Pinewood Bonsai Challenge Trophy (A124) will be awarded at the judges' discretion. Prize Classes 69 - 73 1st 2nd 3rd 69 Conifer Bosai, Any variety of Conifer Bonsai displayed in an area not £30 £15 £7 exceeding 1m x 90cm 70 Broadleaf Bonsai, Any variety of Broadleaf Bonsai displayed in £30 £15 £7 an area not exceeding 1m x 90cm 71 Group and Landscape Plantings, Any variety of Conifer of Broadleaf group or landscape displayed in an area not £30 £15 £7 exceeding 1m x 90cm 72 Shohin Bonsai, Height of tree not to exceed 25cm including £30 £15 £7 pot. Displayed in an area of 5cm x 25cm 73 Cascade and Semi-Cascade Bonsai, Any variety of Conifer or broadleaf Cascade or Semi Cascade displayed in an area not £30 £15 £7 exceeding 1m x 90cm
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Amateur Growers Roses Classes 74 - 91
General Conditions
The Regulations of The Rose Society UK regarding exhibitions will apply to these classes in so far as they do not conflict with the General and Competitive Regulations in this Schedule. (Any prize or prizes including trophies or medals, may at the judges' discretion, be withheld or modified if exhibits are considered undeserving of the prize or prizes offered. The Judges' decision in all cases shall be final as to the relative merits of exhibits.) Awards The Gibson Trophy (A18) will be awarded with the first prize in class 74. A Rose Society UK Bronze Medal will be presented to: The exhibitor of the best bloom in classes 74 - 91. The exhibitor of the best exhibit in classes 74 - 91. Vase A - 5cm x 18cm Vase C - 7.5cm x 28cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 18cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 25cm Southport Flower Show Box Southport Flower Show Picture Frame Southport Flower Show Glass Bowl 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83
Classes 74 - 91 Individual Championship, Box of Twelve Specimen Roses, one or more varieties. Vase of Six Blooms Large Flowered Roses, one or more varieties. Vase of Three Blooms Large Flowered Roses, one or more varieties Vase of One Large Flowered Specimen Bloom, to be named Bowl of not more than Twelve Stems Large Flowered Roses, one or more varieties. Three Vases of Cluster Flowered Roses, three stems per vase, distinct variety in each vase Vase of Five Stems Cluster Flowered Roses, one or more varieties Vase of Three Stems Cluster Flowered Roses, one or more varieties Vase of One Stem Cluster Flowered Roses, to be named Bowl of not more than Seven Stems Cluster Flowered Roses, one or more varieties
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
SFS Box
£75
£30
£15
C
£15
£7
£4
C
£15
£7
£4
C
£15
£7
£4
SFS 25cm Bowl
£25
£12
£6
D
£25
£12
£6
D
£25
£12
£6
D
£20
£10
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
SFS 25cm Bowl
£25
£12
£6
Amateur Growers Roses Classes 74 - 91 (continued) 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91
Picture Frame Large, One Large Flowered Bloom, added foliage may be used Picture Frame Small, One HT type Miniature Bloom, at perfect stage , added foliage may be used. Miniature Box Six HT type Blooms, one or more varieties. Bowl of Twelve Stems Miniature Roses, one HT type bloom per stem one or more varieties Vase of Six Stems Miniature Roses, one HT type bloom per stem one or more varieties Vase of Five Stems Miniature Roses, each bearing a cluster of bloom, one or more varieties Vase of Three stems Miniflora Roses, one bloom per stem, one or more varieties. Glass Bowl, One fully open Miniature Bloom floating in water
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SFS Large Frame SFS Small Frame
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
SFS Box
£20
£10
£5
SFS 18cm Bowl
£20
£10
£5
A
£10
£5
£3
A
£10
£5
£3
A
£10
£5
£3
SFS Glass Bowl
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Sweet Peas Classes 92 - 103
General Conditions
One variety only may be staged in a vase except where otherwise stated. Not more than 15 spikes to a vase except where otherwise stated. Sweet pea foliage only may be used. Wiring, or otherwise, supporting the flowers or exhibiting sprays with haulm attached, will be disqualified. (e) Reeds, heather or other material used in these classes to facilitate the arrangements of the blooms, must not appear above the rims of the vases.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Awards The Harry Scholefield Memorial Trophy (A43) will be awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in classes 93 - 98. (In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld). The Cooper Trophy (A40) will be awarded with the first prize in class 92. The National Sweet Pea Society Bronze Medal will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. The National Sweet Pea Society Silver Award Card will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. Vase A - 5cm x 18cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 18cm 92 93 94 95 96 97 98
Classes 92 - 98 Individual Championship, Six Vases, not more than 15 spikes in six distinct varieties. One variety only in a vase. One Vase of Blue, Mauve, Lavender or Purple Sweet Peas One Vase of Pink Sweet Peas,to be selected from any section of the pink shades One Vase of Red, Orange Red, Magenta or Maroon Sweet Peas One Vase of White, Cream, Picotee, Fancy Striped, Laced or Marbled Sweet Peas Three Vases of Sweet Peas, in three distinct varieties Mixed Bowl, A bowl of not more than 24 stems of Sweet Peas with any foliage. To be viewed all round and judged for quality and decorative effect
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Vase Size
1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
A
£75
£30
£15
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£18
£9
£5
SFS 18cm Bowl
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers Sweet Peas Classes 92 - 103 (continued)
Restricted Sweet Pea Classes 99 - 101, open to small growers (up to 250 plants) only. Classes 99 - 101 Vase 1st 2nd Size 99 Two Vases of Sweet Peas, 9 spikes per vase in two A £15 £7 distinct varieties 100 One Vase of Nine Spikes Sweet Peas, one variety A £10 £5 101 One Vase of Nine Spikes Sweet Peas ,Mixed, not A £10 £5 less than three varieties
For Non - Cordon Grown Flowers Classes 102 & 103 Classes 102 - 103 102 103
One Vase of Nine Stems Sweet Peas, old fashioned mixed. Mixed Bowl, A bowl of not more than 24 stems of Sweet Peas with any foliage. To be viewed all round and judged for quality and decorative effect.
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3rd £4 £3 £3
Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
A
£10
£5
£3
SFS 18cm Bowl
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers General Conditions
General Cut Flowers/Foliage/Berries Classes 104 - 116
(a) Unless otherwise stated, only one species or cultivar of a flower may be exhibited in a vase. (b) Plants having bulbs, corms, rhizomes and tubers e.g. Gladioli, Dahlias, Tuberous Begonias, lilies etc are excluded from this section. Awards The Goldberg Trophy (A65) will be awarded with the first prize in class 104. Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm
104 105
106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116
Classes 104 - 116 Individual Championship, Nine Vases, 6 spikes or blooms per vase, not less than three species or cultivars. Cottage Garden Flowers, One vase, a maximum of 15 stems - 6 species or cultivars each stem to be of normal length, i.e. cut down stems will only be allowed round the lower edge, arranged for effect. Oasis to be allowed if required to fix the flowers into place One Vase of Antirrhinums, any strain or cultivar. Six spikes of one cultivar or strain in a vase One Vase of Asters, any cultivar. Six blooms of one cultivar in a vase One Vase of Zinnias, any cultivar. Six blooms of one cultivar in a vase One Vase of Calendulas, 6 blooms of one cultivar only One Vase of Stocks, 6 spikes of one cultivar only One Vase of Herbaceous Phlox, 3 spikes of one cultivar One Vase of African Marigold, 6 blooms of one cultivar only One Vase of Rudbeckia, 6 blooms of one specie or cultivar One Vase of Sunflowers (Helianthus Annuus cv) 3 blooms, flower head not to exceed 20cm diameter One Vase Berried Stems, and/or variegated foliage may be shrub/tree or herbaceous One Vase of Hydrangea Heads, 5 blooms and cultivar
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Vase Size
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Prize 2nd
3rd
E
£75
£30
£15
E
£18
£9
£5
D
£10
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£10
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£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Carnivorous Classes 117 - 121
General Conditions (a) All plants to be labelled (b) No Garden Centre plants to be included (c) Poor quality will not be judged
117 118 119 120 121
Classes 117 - 121 Sarracenia, American Pitcher plant Pinguicula, Butterwort Nepenthes, Tropical Pitcher plant Dionaea, Venus Fly Trap Drosera, Sundew
1st £15 £15 £15 £15 £15
20
Prize 2nd £7 £7 £7 £7 £7
3rd £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
Amateur Growers General Conditions
Alpine & Rock Garden Plants Classes 122 - 133
(a) Alpine plants should if possible, be shown with top dressings, or growing amongst stones, or in materials in which they could be expected to succeed best in a garden. (b) In judging the exhibits, points will be awarded for: (1) Condition of plant, (2) Skill in cultivation, (3) Rarity in cultivation (c) Exhibits in classes 122, 124 and 130 to 133, to be shown in pots or pans not exceeding 29cm outside diameter, classes 125 to 129 not exceeding 36cm outside diameter. In the case of square or rectangular pans, the stated measurements apply to the longest diagonal. (d) Plants must have been cultivated by the exhibitor for not less than six months before the first day of the show. (e) In classes 123 and 129, Judges will give preference to containers having plants which are well established. In class 123 the maximum size is 60cm. Awards The Southport Centenary Trophy (A80) will be awarded with the first prize in class 122. The Marland Trophy (A16) will be awarded with the first prize in class 123. Prize Classes 122 - 133 1st 2nd 122 Individual Championship, 6 Pans or Pots, distinct. £75 £30 123 One Stone Trough or Other Container, having no fewer than six kinds or varieties of Alpine Plants, not necessarily £35 £18 in flower, arranged for effect 124 Three Pans or Pots Rock Garden or Alpine Plants, distinct £20 £10 125 One Pan or Pot of Hardy Sedums £10 £5 126 One Pan or Pot of Sempervivums £10 £5 127 One Dwarf Coniferae £10 £5 128 One Dwarf Shrub, (other than Coniferae) £10 £5 129 One Pan, having no fewer than six kinds of varieties of £15 £7 Alpine Plants, not necessarily in flower 130 One Pan Rock Garden or Alpine Plant (trees are excluded) £10 £5 of a genus other than classes 125-127 inclusive & 132 131 One Pan/Pot Gentian £10 £5 132 One Pan/Pot Rock Plant with Silver-Grey Foliage £10 £5 133 One Pan Rock Garden or Alpine Plant, Not in Flower exhibitor must not have won more than 10 first prizes in £10 £5 the Alpine and Rock Garden section
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3rd £15 £9 £5 £3 £3 £3 £3 £4 £3 £3 £3 £3
Amateur Growers Begonias Classes 134 - 146
General Conditions
All cut blooms must be displayed on boards provided by Southport Flower Show which conform to the specifications laid down by the National Begonia Society. Awards The John Wilding Trophy (A95) will be awarded with the first prize in class 134. The Blackmore and Langdon Trophy (A44) will be awarded with the first prize in class 135. The Brian Taylor Trophy (A131) will be awarded with the first prize in class 136. The George Jackson Trophy (A129) will be awarded with the first prize in class 141. The Neville Web Trophy (A127) will be awarded with the first prize in class 142. The North West Area Trophy (A126) will be awarded with the first prize in class 143 The Dennis Hague Trophy (A130) will be awarded for the best pot in classes 135-140 & 146 The National Begonia Society Bronze Medal will be awarded for the best cut bloom. The National Begonia Society Bronze Medal will be awarded for the best pot plant. Northwest Area Rosettes will be awarded for Best Cut Bloom and Best Pots in various colour categories. Prize Classes 134 - 146 1st 2nd 3rd 134 Individual Championship, Six Pots of tuberous double begonias in pots in bloom in £75 £30 £15 not less than three distinct varieties. (No extra foliage, ferns, etc. permitted) 135 Six Pots of Tuberous Double Begonias, plants to be grown in pots of diameter no greater than 18cm (7") or of volume £35 £18 £9 no greater than 3 litres. Plants to be grown as one main stem, and side shoots to be clearly visible above the compost 136 Three Pots of Tuberous Double Begonias, in bloom, at £20 £10 £5 least two distinct varieties 137 One Pot of Tuberous Double Begonias, in bloom £10 £5 £3 138 One Hanging Basket/Pot, no bigger than 35cm of pendula £25 £12 £6 Habit Begonias 139 One Pot of Non-Tuberous Begonias £10 £5 £3 140 Two Pots, not greater than 3 litres, one pot to have a tuberous double flowered, one pot to have a non-tuberous £18 £9 £5 begonia 141 Group of Begonias in Pots, not more than 20 pots, not less than 15 pots, in not less than three distinct varieties. To be £100 £50 £25 arranged for effect on 3-tier staging in a space 1.8m x 1.2m with a backrail of 1.6m above staging level. Each tier of the staging will be 30cm wide and 30cm high - on flat staging 142 Twelve Cut Blooms of Tuberous Double Begonias, not less £100 £50 £25 than eight distinct cultivars
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Amateur Growers Begonias Classes 134 - 146 (continued)
143 144 145 146
Six Cut Blooms of Tuberous Double Begonias, not less than three distinct cultivars Three Cut Blooms of Tuberous Double Begonias, three any cultivars One Cut Bloom of Tuberous Double Begonias Three Pots of Multiflora Begonias, to be grown in no larger than 2 litre pots
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£25
£12
£6
£10
£5
£3
£8
£4
£2
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Cacti & Succulents Classes 147 - 152
General Conditions
Classes for cacti exclude other succulent plants and vice-versa. In classes 150 and 151 plants must be of distinct species or genera. The classes will be judged under British Cactus and Succulent Society Rules. Awards The Flower Show Committee Trophy (A104) will be awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in classes 147 to 152. (In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld). A British Cactus and Succulent Society Silver Medal will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. A British Cactus and Succulent Society Bronze Medal will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. Prize Classes 147 - 152 1st 2nd 3rd 147 One Cactus, pot or pan not to exceed 20cm in diameter £10 £5 £3 148 One Succulent, pot or pan not to exceed 20cm in diameter £10 £5 £3 Bowl Garden of Cactus and/or Succulent Plants, bowls not 149 £12 £6 £3 to exceed 30cm in diameter. Ornaments not permitted. Three Cacti, in pots or pans, not exceeding 15cm in 150 £12 £6 £3 diameter. Must be of distinct species or genera Three Succulents, in pots or pans, not exceeding 15cm in 151 £12 £6 £3 diameter .Three different genera Six Cacti, in pots or pans, not exceeding 11cm in diameter, 152 £12 £6 £3 not more than two plants from any one genus
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Amateur Growers Fuchsias Classes 153 - 168
General Conditions
(a) All classes will be judged according to British Fuchsias Society judging standards. (b) All classes are open and without restriction. (c) Only commercially manufactured type baskets/hanging pots allowed in classes 166 - 168 inclusive. (d) Terracotta coloured pots plus saucer must be used in classes 154 - 165 inclusive.
153
154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168
Classes 153 - 168 Individual Championship, Not less than 15 pots, a display of Fuchsias to be arranged for effect within an area, 1.2m frontage by 90cm depth. Flat staging will be provided together with a covered back rail, 1.4m high from staging level One Pot, any cultivar/s, maximum pot size 9cm Three Pots, any cultivar/s, maximum pot size 9cm One Pot, single/semi-double cultivar, maximum pot size 13.3cm Three Pots, any cultivar/s, maximum pot size 13.3cm One Pot, single/semi-double cultivar, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, double flowered cultivar, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, Breviflorae type, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, Tryphylla type, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, Ornamental Foliage type, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, any cultivar, pot size 21.6cm One Pot, species or species type (excluding Breviflorae) maximum pot size 21.6cm One Mini Standard Fuchsia, with a clear stem, minimum length 15.3cm, maximum length 25.4cm, maximum pot size 13.3cm. One Full Basket, one or more plants, maximum basket size 40.6cm One Hanging Pot, one or more plants, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Hanging Pot, one or more plants, maximum pot size 21.6cm, (Excluding 16.5cm Hanging Pot)
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Prize 2nd
3rd
£75
£30
£15
£10 £15
£5 £7
£3 £4
£10
£5
£3
£15
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£4
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£3
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£3
Amateur Growers Orchids Classes 169 - 172
General Conditions
In these classes, the Judges will pay particular attention to rarity and difficulty of cultivation in the plants exhibited. All plants must have been cultivated by the exhibitor for at least 3 months prior to the date of the show. Awards The Gleave Trophy (A66) will be awarded with the first prize in class 169.
169 170 171 172
Classes 169 - 172 Display of Three Orchids to be staged in a space 90cm by 90cm on flat staging 75cm high One Orchid Species One Orchid Phalaenopsis One Other Hybrid, not mentioned in classes 170 & 171
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1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
£20
£10
£5
£10 £10 £10
£5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3
Amateur Growers Plants (Miscellaneous) Classes 173 – 184 Greenhouse/Conservatory/House Plants
General Conditions
(a) Pots in these classes must not exceed 20cm in diameter except where otherwise stated. All plants must have been cultivated by the exhibitor for at least 3 months prior to the date of the show. Awards The Hall Trophy (A76) will be awarded with the first prize in class 173. Prize Classes 173 - 184 1st 173 Individual Championship Group Flowering and Foliage Plants To consist of three flowering and three foliage plants to be arranged in a space of 1.2m frontage by 90cm deep. Not less than two distinct £75 kinds of plants must be exhibited, of which not more than three Begonia plants may be exhibited as flowering and/or foliage plants. Flat staging with a covered backrail of 1.4m above staging will be provided, but exhibitors may provide tiering etc, if they so desire 174 One Pot of Gloxinia, in bloom. £10 175 One Pot of Streptocarpus, in bloom. £10 176 Three Pots of Coleus, any variety or varieties £15 177 One Plant in Bloom, (Not specified in classes 174 & 175), £10 excluding Begonia 178 One Plant for Foliage, (Not Coleus or Begonia). £10 179 One Airplant £10 180 One Saint Paulia £10 181 One House Plant in Bloom, excluding Begonia £10 182 One House Plant for Foliage, excluding Begonia and Coleus. £10 183 One Climbing or Trailing Plant in Bloom £10 184 One Climbing or Trailing Plant for Foliage £10
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2nd
3rd
£30
£15
£5 £5 £7
£3 £3 £4
£5
£3
£5 £5 £5 £5 £5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3 £3 £3 £3 £3
Amateur Growers Pelargoniums (Geraniums) Classes 185 - 195
General Conditions
(a) Pots in these classes must not exceed 15.5cm in diameter except where otherwise stated. (b) All pots must be terracotta in colour.
185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 194 195
Classes 185 - 195 Individual Championship, 4 plants any 2 Zonals single, 2 Zonals double of same cultivar One Plant Basic Regal One Plant Dwarf Zonal, pot not to exceed 12cm in diameter One Plant Basic Zonal, One Plant Dwarf Zonal & One Plant Miniature Zonal (3 bears). One Plant Tricolour leaved Zonal, in flower One Plant Bicolour leaved Zonal, in flower Two Plants Miniature Zonal, any cultivar, pot not to exceed 9cm in diameter One Plant Ivy Leaf in Flower Two Plants Zonal or Two Plants Basic Regal, any cultivars 15cm Terracotta Hanging Pot - 1 Plant 30cm Terracotta Hanging Pot - 3 Plants minimum
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1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
£75
£30
£15
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
£20
£10
£5
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
£10
£5
£3
£10 £20 £10 £20
£5 £10 £5 £10
£3 £5 £3 £5
Amateur Growers
Fruit Classes 196 - 209
General Conditions
(a) One variety of any kind of fruit may be exhibited on each dish. (b) Dishes provided by the Organisers must be used except for Grapes when suitable boards must be provided by the exhibitor. (c) Black, Red and White Currants must be shown in bunches as grown. (d) Raspberries, Blackberries, Loganberries and other soft fruit must be shown on the stalk. Awards The Rivers Trophy (A64) will be awarded with the first prize in class 196. The Percy Olivant Trophy (A75) will be awarded with the first prize in class 197. Southport Flower Show Dish
196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209
Classes 196 - 209 Individual Championship, Collection of Fruit,6 dishes of six distinct kinds (dish as per single classes) Grapes, one bunch, black or green, on board provided by the Exhibitor Peaches or Nectarines, one dish of three Dessert Apples, one dish of three. Culinary Apples one dish of three Pears, one dish of three Plums, Gages, Damsons & Mirabel (Cherry Plums) varieties, one dish of six Redcurrants, in bunches, one dish not less than 250g, and not more than 300g Blackcurrants, in bunches, one dish not less than 250g and not more than 300g Gooseberries, one dish of twenty. Three Dishes of Hardy Top Fruit, three distinct kinds. Three Dishes of Soft Fruit, three distinct kinds. Melons, one fruit of any kind. A Dish of Berries, to be arranged for effect - not less than three kinds
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3rd
SFS Dish
£75
£30
£15
N/A
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish
£15 £10 £10 £10
£7 £5 £5 £5
£4 £3 £3 £3
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£10
£5
£3
SFS Dish
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish
£12
£6
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SFS Dish
£20
£10
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£20 £12
£10 £6
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£15
£7
£4
Dish
Amateur Growers
Vegetables Classes 210 - 243
General Conditions
(a) One variety of any kind of vegetable may be exhibited on each dish. Classes 211 to 243 are all deemed to be single dish classes and one variety only may be exhibited in each of them. (b) Where appropriate, dishes provided by the Organisers must be used. Where dishes cannot be used, ie. for Leeks etc. exhibits must be neatly arranged on the show bench. (c) Distinct Varieties of Potatoes - For convenience of Exhibitors, the EU-UK Approved List of Potato Varieties (as issued by the NVS) will be observed. Awards The Boots the Chemist Trophy (A9) will be awarded with the first prize in class 210. A National Vegetable Society Silver Medal will be awarded at the judges' discretion. Vase B - 7.5cm x 20cm Southport Flower Show Dish
210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226
Classes 210 - 243 Individual Championship Collection of Vegetables, 6 kinds, three of each to be staged in a space not exceeding 120cm x 90cm. Parsley may be used as dressing Dish of Four White Potatoes Dish of Four Potatoes, other than white Three Onions, each onion must exceed 250g Three Onions, no onion must exceed 250g Dish of Ten Shallots, pickling, no shallot to exceed 30mm in diameter Dish of Ten Shallots, larger than pickling Two Capsicums (sweet), any colour Two Heads of Cauliflower, with clean roots Dish of Peas, 10 pods Dish of Dwarf French Beans, 10 pods Dish of Broad Beans, 10 long pods Dish of Runner Beans, 10 pods Three Beet, tops trimmed to 7.5cm Three Parsnips, tops trimmed to 7.5cm Three Carrots, long pointed, tops trimmed to 7.5cm Three Carrots, stump rooted, tops trimmed to 7.5cm
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1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
N/A
£75
£30
£15
SFS Dish SFS Dish N/A SFS Dish
£15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4
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£15
£7
£4
SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish N/A N/A
£15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
N/A
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£7
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N/A
£15
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Amateur Growers
Vegetables Classes 210 – 243 (continued)
227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 240 241 242
243
Three Turnips/Swedes Three Blanched Leeks Two Cucumbers Dish of Ten Tomatoes Two Vegetable Marrows, any colour, minimum size 30cm Herbs, three distinct kinds, correctly named One kind per vase. Oasis permitted Collection of Vegetables, three kinds, two of each kind, to be staged in a space 1.2m by 90cm Twelve Chilli Peppers Three Garlic 15 Small Fruited or Cherry Type Tomatoes 3 Kohl Rabi Rhubarb, natural, 3 sticks Three Courgettes, with flower Four Tomatoes, large fruited ("Beefsteak") type cultivars Herbs, 3 different pot grown herbs Three Vegetables, of the same kind, not already mentioned in classes 210 to 243 Basket of Vegetables, arranged for effect, herbs may be used - to be judged for quality and artistic merit - Basket/trug to be supplied by exhibitor, maximum size 63.5cm x 33cm.Vegetables to be listed
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N/A N/A N/A SFS Dish
£15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4
N/A
£15
£7
£4
B
£15
£7
£4
N/A
£35
£18
£9
SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish N/A N/A
£15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
SFS Dish
£15
£7
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N/A
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves
Bees & Honey Baking & Preserves Marquee Regulations/Information/Classes
Staging & Judging Times Tuesday 13th August from 6.00pm to 8.00pm Wednesday 14th August from 9:00am to 5:50pm Judging starts at 6.00pm Wednesday 14th August
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves
Honey Regulations
Exhibits must be bona fide property of the exhibitor, and all hive products shown must be the produce of the exhibitor’s own bees. Wax must be rendered and prepared by the exhibitor. No two or more persons may exhibit produce from the same Apiary in any class other than in partnership. Labels Small adhesive labels will be sent to exhibitors by Southport Flower Show except in class 249, where an exhibit card will suffice. Jar Labels should be fixed half an inch from the bottom of the jar. Cut Comb Honey and Shallow Frame Labels should be fixed on front, top right hand corner. Exhibits must not bear any other mark or label except in Classes 244, 245, 248, 249, 260 and 269. Staging Exhibitors to stage their own exhibits. Jars/Containers/Weight Comb Honey ,Cut Comb Honey must be shown in standard transparent 227g (8oz) containers with transparent snap-on tops and must have a gross weight of between 200g and 255g (7-9oz). All extracted Honey must be exhibited in plain squat honey jars (except in 249, 263 & 270) which must be of uniform size and shape in each exhibit, with secure, easily removable covers, to the satisfaction of the Judges. Weights of wax specified in the schedule are subject to a tolerance of +/- 10%. Granulated Honey (Class 256) may only be exhibited in the classes bearing such a description, but may be included in Classes 246, 247, 249, 263, 265, 266, 270, 276 & 282. Awards The Cook Trophy (A48) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Light Honey in the Show. The Southport and District Beekeepers Trophy (A52) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Dark Honey in the show. The Rush Trophy (A6) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Heather Honey in the Show. The Bradley Trophy (A63) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Mead in the Show. The Randall Trophy (A25) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Honey in the Show. A Blue Ribbon Award, offered jointly by the BBKA and the National Honey Show, will be awarded at judges' discretion to the Best Exhibit in the Honey section. The Burnett-Hughes Trophy (A121) will be awarded for the best exhibit by a member of Southport and Formby Beekeepers in the Honey section. The Alderman S E Charlton Trophy (A56) will be awarded with the first prize in class 267.
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves Honey Classes 244 – 282
244 245
246 247 248 249
250 251 252 253 254 255 256 257 258 259
Classes 244 - 270 Bee Pasture, A collection of garden flowers, fresh or dried, to be judged on botanical content, names to be shown. The flowers to be exhibited in one vase; to be provided A Pot Plant, This is a good nectar and/or pollen source for honey bees and other insects. Pot should be no more than 20cm diameter and the plant should be in flower - to be grown by exhibitor One Dozen 454g Jars of Honey, Any variety or varieties Composite Class, Consisting of four 454g jars of Honey, any variety or varieties, one Cake of Beeswax plainly moulded (227g). One Observation Hive, Stocked with Bees and Queen (Educational) A display of Honey, Honey Products, Beekeeping Equipment, etc, Not exceeding 1m in length, with a back rail. This class is open to Beekeeping Associations, Schools, Clubs and other organisations and individuals. The items to form the display are in the widest sense left to the discretion of the exhibitors, and should be designed to interest members of the public in beekeeping A Photographic Print, On any subject associated with Honeybees or Beekeeping, maximum size A4, with a title One Shallow Frame, Of any size suitable for extraction Two 454g Jars Light Honey Two 454g Jars Medium Honey, Not Heather or Heather Blend. Two 454g Jars Dark Honey, Not Heather or Heather Blend. Two 454g Jars Heather or Heather Blend Honey Two 454g Jars Granulated Honey or Soft Set Honey One Cake Beeswax Plainly moulded (227g). One Bottle of Mead - Sweet, To be exhibited in a plain round clear glass bottle(75cl) One Bottle of Mead - Dry, To be exhibited in a plain round clear glass bottle (75cl).
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Prize
2nd
3rd
£15
£7
£4
£10
£5
£3
£15
£7
£4
£15
£7
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£40
£20
£10
£40
£20
£10
£10
£5
£3
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
£10
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves Honey Classes 244 – 282 (continued)
260
261 262 263 264 265 266 267
268
269 270
Honey Cake, Made to the following recipe: 200g SR flour, 180g local Honey, 150g butter, 90g soft brown sugar, 1 tablespoon water and 2 beaten eggs. Melt butter, sugar and honey. Cool, add water, eggs and flour. Bake in a round tin not to exceed 20cm in a medium oven for approximately 40 minutes Creative Cookery, A loaf of bread, sweet or savoury, containing local honey. Recipe to be submitted and may be published by Southport Beekeepers Ten 28g Cakes of Beeswax Two 454g Jars Honey, Any one variety. Jars labeled as for retail. The small label bearing the Exhibitor's number to be affixed to the back of the jars. 2 Beeswax Candles. A matching pair. One of which will be lit by the Judge 2 Cut Combs of Honey Novice Class, One 454g jar of Honey. Open to exhibitors who have not previously won a 1st prize in the Honey section of the Southport Flower Show An Original Design for a Honey Label, Junior class - up to and including 13 years. Maximum size A4. The design must show artistry and sales appeal. The only text required is a description of the contents and the quantity in the jar. £25 will be given to the award winner's school Poster Design, An original Poster Design A3 size to interest, inform and promote Beekeeping. The designs submitted may be used and published by Southport Beekeepers A Display of 5 Items, Made by the exhibitor using products from the hive. Ingredients to be listed (no Mead, Honey or Wax in the raw state to be included) 12 Jars of Honey, 2 or more size of jars, 2 or more varieties of honey
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£10
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves Classes 244 – 282 (continued)
Classes 271 to 276 are limited to members of the Southport and District Branch of the Lancashire and North West Beekeepers Association. 271 272 273 274 275 276
Classes 271 - 276 Two 454g Jars Light Honey Two 454g Jars Medium Honey Two 454g Jars Dark Honey Two 454g Jars Granulated or Soft Set Honey One Cake Beeswax, Plainly moulded (227g) Novice Class, One 454g jar of Honey. Open to exhibitors st who have not previously won a 1 prize in the Honey section of the Southport Flower Show
1st £10 £10 £10 £10 £10
2nd £5 £5 £5 £5 £5
3rd £3 £3 £3 £3 £3
£10
£5
£3
Classes 277 to 282 are limited to members of the Ormskirk and Croston Branch of the Lancashire and North West Beekeepers Association
271 272 273 274 275 276
Classes 277 - 282 Two 454g Jars Light Honey Two 454g Jars Medium Honey Two 454g Jars Dark Honey Two 454g Jars Granulated or Soft Set Honey One Cake Beeswax, Plainly moulded (227g) Novice Class, One 454g jar of Honey. Open to exhibitors st who have not previously won a 1 prize in the Honey section of the Southport Flower Show
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1st £10 £10 £10 £10 £10
2nd £5 £5 £5 £5 £5
3rd £3 £3 £3 £3 £3
£10
£5
£3
Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves
Baking & Preserves Classes 283 – 305 Baking & Preserves Information & Regulations All baking is cut and tasted. Baking to be presented on the doily provided. Classes 293 & 294 to use a bread tin measuring 16x 10.5 x7.5cm All jars to be 1lb (454g) All jars must be covered with a wax disc & cellophane top, with a small plain contents label affixed. Exhibitor/class labels will be supplied by Southport Flower Show and should be affixed about half an inch from the bottom of the jar. Labels for baking exhibits should be affixed to the front of the doily. Awards The Pidduck Trophy (A14) will be awarded to the best exhibit in Baking classes 283 – 294 The Victoria Park, Southport Trophy (A21) will be awarded to the best exhibit in Preserve classes 295 – 302 Prize Classes 283 - 302 1st 2nd 3rd 283 Three Cheese Scones £10 £5 £3 284 Victoria Sponge, baked in one tin, 2 eggs, equal fat, flour & £10 £5 £3 sugar, jam filling, no sugar decoration 285 Date & Walnut Loaf £10 £5 £3 286 A Rich Fruit Cake £10 £5 £3 287 A Swiss Roll £10 £5 £3 288 Fruit Pie, any variety. £10 £5 £3 298 Gingerbread £10 £5 £3 290 Three Pieces of Traybake, one variety £10 £5 £3 291 Chocolate Sandwich Cake (Not a gateau), baked in one tin, £10 £5 £3 butter cream filling, no sugar decoration. 292 Five Plain Biscuits, (not cookies), any variety £10 £5 £3 293 A 1lb Loaf of handmade white Bread – see note above £10 £5 £3 294 A 1lb Loaf of handmade brown Bread – see note above £10 £5 £3 295 One Jar Lemon Curd £10 £5 £3 296 One Jar Raspberry Jam £10 £5 £3 297 One Jar Strawberry Jam £10 £5 £3 298 One Jar of Jelly £10 £5 £3 299 One Jar Blackcurrant Jam £10 £5 £3 300 One Jar Marmalade £10 £5 £3 301 One Jar Stone Fruit Jam £10 £5 £3 302 One Jar Chutney, to be labelled mild, medium or hot £10 £5 £3 Junior Section - Up to and including 13 years, age to be stated on form. Classes 303 - 305 1st 303 Three Decorated Cup Cakes £10 304 Three Jam Tarts £10 305 Three Pieces of Traybake, one variety £10
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2nd £5 £5 £5
3rd £3 £3 £3
THE
GARDEN PARTY
15TH – 18TH AUGUST 2019
Closing Date 12th July 2019 Next Year's Show Dates 20th -23rd 2020
Southport Flower Show Victoria Park Southport PR8 1RX
Registered Charity No. 1000698 Registered Company No. 02103365
[email protected] 01704 547147 southportflowershow.co.uk
GARDEN PARTY
15TH – 18TH AUGUST 2019
Closing Date 12th July 2019 Amateur Growers, Honey, Baking & Preserves
Registered Charity Number 1000698
Judges
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Regulations & Information for All Exhibitors
2-3
Information for Amateur Growers Marquee
4- 5
Mixed Flowers Classes 1- 4
6
Ferns Classes 5 - 10
7
Hanging Basket Class 11
7
Perpetual Flowering Carnations Classes 12 - 25
8
Pinks Classes 26 - 31
9
Chrysanthemums Classes 32 - 36
10
Dahlias Classes 37 - 57
11 - 12
Gladioli Classes 58 - 68
13
Bonsai Classes 69 - 73
14
Roses Classes 74 - 91
15 - 16
Sweet Peas Classes 92 - 103
17 - 18
General Cut Flowers/Foliage/Berries Classes 104 - 116
19
Carnivorous Classes 117 - 121
20
Alpine & Rock Garden Plants Classes 122 - 133
21
Begonias Classes 134 - 146
22 - 23
Cacti and Succulents Classes 147 - 152
24
Fuchsias Classes 153 - 168
25
Orchids Classes 169 - 172
26
Plants (miscellaneous) Classes 173 - 184
27
Pelargoniums (Geraniums) Classes 185 - 195
28
Fruit Classes 196 - 209
29
Vegetables Classes 210 - 243
30 - 31
Information for Honey, Baking & Preserves Marquee
32 - 33
Honey Classes 244 - 282
34 - 35
Baking & Preserves Classes 283 - 305
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JUDGES CUT FLOWERS P. Booker I. Sutherland D. Matthewman K. Mastaglio N. Coe M. Roberts A. Foxall H. Minns S. Clensy I. Clark N. Bishop C. Hamnett
PLANTS J. Gay R. Goddard-Key R. Beecham J. Evans G. Mossop L. Clarkson A. Glen T. Tasker A. McDougall J. Porter T. Tickle H. Walker
FRUIT N. Warliker
VEGETABLES D. Metcalfe J. Robinson
BAKING & PRESERVES U. Lawler H. Williams R. Fraser HONEY T. Ashley J. Goodwin B. Diaper I. McLean
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Regulations & Information for All Exhibitors (a) Entry Fees - £6:00 for 5 entries. 50p for each additional entry
Junior classes £3.00 for 5 entries. 50p for each additional entry There is no limit to the number of entries per exhibitor. Entry fees must be included with application form. Official entry form must be used, photocopies are acceptable. (b) Cancellation of entries - If you are unable to exhibit please advise Amanda Taylor as soon as possible and no later than seven days before the Show. (c) Conditions of entry - An Exhibitor may not enter or stage more than one exhibit in the same class. The same exhibit may not be entered in more than one class. Exhibitors may not substitute one entry for another. (d) Strictly no entries accepted after the closing date. (e) Staging Passes - Passes will be sent out with your class confirmation letter. (f) Car Parking Pass can be purchased for the special price £3:50. Limited to one per exhibitor. (g) Exhibitor’s Packs – Containing:- Exhibit Cards, Removal Ticket, Single use Show Ticket, Removal Car Park Pass, paid Car Park Pass. These may be collected from the Flower Show office from 12 noon on Tuesday until 10:00am on Wednesday the week of the Show. After this they will be available from the relevant Marquee. Please ensure Exhibit Card details are correct, as exhibits staged without the appropriate card will be disqualified. (h) Exhibits- Whilst every effort will be made to protect and secure the exhibits, Southport Flower Show Ltd or any of their staff/volunteers will not be held responsible for any thefts or damage to exhibits Staging & Judging Times Amateur Growers Marquee th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm Tuesday 13 August th Wednesday 14 August from 9:00am to 12:00am (midnight) Judging starts at 7.00am Thursday 15th August Honey; Baking & Preserve Marquee th Tuesday 13 August from 6.00pm to 8.00pm th Wednesday 14 August from 9:00am to 5:50pm th Judging starts at 6.00pm Wednesday 14 August th
All Exhibitors and Vehicles must be off the show ground by Midnight Wednesday 14 August
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Judging, Prizes & Trophies Prize Money - Prize monies paid by cheque by the end of September. Trophies – Trophies may be collected from the Flower Show office after midday on the first day of the Show. Trophies must be returned to the office each night and collected the next morning. The Trophy Award Card must be presented when claiming a trophy. All trophies removed from the Showground must be insured for the full cost of replacement. A copy of the insurance document must be presented at the Flower Show office prior to removal. Arrangements must not be made to engrave Trophies or Plinths. Trophies must be returned, undamaged & in a clean condition, to Southport Flower Show by the 31st May of the following year. The Daily Mirror Trophy - The Daily Mirror "Xenia Field" Silver Perpetual Trophy will be st awarded to the best exhibit entered by an amateur aged under 21 years on the 1 day of the show. Exhibitors wishing to be considered for this award must complete the relevant section of the application with their date of birth. Concerns - Any concerns regarding judging must be made in writing and handed to the General Manager at the Flower Show office before 12:00 noon on the first day of the Show. Judging – The Judge’s Decision is final. Feedback from judges will be available at 11:00am on the first day of the show, at the manager’s office in the Amateur Marquee. Forfeiture of Prize Money - Any Exhibitor obtaining or attempting to obtain a prize fraudulently will forfeit the whole of any prize money they may otherwise be entitled to. Results - Results will be published on the website by 6:00pm on the first day of the show. Please do not call the office before 6:00pm. Health & Safety – please refer to SFS Health & Safety Guide Dogs - Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and owners must clean up after them. Bins are located throughout the showground. Dogs are NOT allowed in the catering or food marquees (with the exception of official assistance dogs). Vehicles - All vehicles entering the Showground must display the appropriate Vehicle Pass, with all details completed. Vehicles are not allowed inside the Marquees at any time. There is a strict 5 mph speed limit. No Smoking/Vaping – Smoking/Vaping is strictly prohibited in all marquees. Fire Precautions- Nothing of an inflammable or explosive nature must be brought to the Showground. The use of naked lights or primus type stoves is strictly prohibited. Definitions The words ‘kind’ & ‘cultivar’ are used in the following sense: Sweet Peas, Roses, Carnations etc. are distinct ‘kinds’ of flowers. “Fragrant Cloud”, “Peace”, “Superstar”, are distinct ‘cultivars’ of Roses. An “Amateur” is a person who grows plants, fruits or vegetables solely for enjoyment or for the domestic use of the produce, and that they must not be growing for only “pecuniary advantage” and must have grown or owned the plant/s for, at least 6 months. No Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist, Market Gardeners, nor their assistants or employees who grow or advertise garden or orchard produce for the purpose of sale can show as amateurs or gardeners.
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Amateur Growers Marquee Regulations/Information/Classes
Staging & Judging Times Tuesday 13th August from 12:00pm to 6:00pm Wednesday 14th August from 9:00am to 12:00am (midnight) Judging starts at 7.00am Thursday 15th August
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Amateur Growers The Amateur Gardening Trophy All 1st prize winners in each individual championship class are judged to determine an overall champion. The Champion of Champions will be awarded The Amateur Gardening Trophy (A02) and £100 prize money. Signage Exhibitors may not re-name any plants, flowers etc. which already have a recognized name. Trade/business cards or any advertising material must not be displayed near the exhibits. Final Day Sell Off & Break Down Society Bureau exhibits can be sold off at 4:00pm. Exhibits can be collected from 4:15pm on production of a Removal Ticket. The Removal Ticket will allow entry to the Showground from 4:00pm only. All benches should be cleared by 5:45pm. Any remaining exhibits will be recycled. Vehicles will only be permitted to enter the Showground upon announcement from the show organisers. Items for display provided by Southport Flower Show Vases (sizes A – E) Bowls Dishes Glass Bowls Frames Boards (excluding cups) Display items provided by Southport Flower Show must be used when specified in a particular class description.
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Amateur Growers Mixed Flowers Classes 1 - 4 General Conditions Staged and judged for decorative effect and any fresh foliage may be used to enhance the arrangements. Southport Flower Show bowls must be used. Classes 1 - 3 Exhibitors choice of 18cm or 25cm bowl appropriate to size and type of flower.
1 2 3 4
Classes 1 - 3 A Bowl of Mixed Cut Flowers A Bowl of Mixed Carnations and/or Pinks A Bowl of Mixed Dahlias, for all round effect One Pot of Hostas
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1st £10 £10 £10 £10
2nd £5 £5 £5 £5
3rd £3 £3 £3 £3
Ferns Classes 5 - 10
General Conditions
Quality and cultural skill will be the basis of judgement. There is no restriction on the size of pot or other container used in these classes. Each plant or undivided clump must be placed in a separate pot or container. Exhibitors are reminded that the staging is 1m deep. Awards The Happiland Trophy (A102) will be awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in Classes 6 - 10. In the event of a tie, the trophy will be withheld. The British Pteridological Society Trophy (A10) will be awarded with the first prize in class 5
5 6 7 8 9 10
Classes 5 - 10 Individual Championship Four Hardy British Ferns (dissimilar),Two Greenhouse Ferns (dissimilar),Two Foreign Ferns (Hardy in Great Britain) One Foreign Fern - Hardy in Great Britain One British Fern Any kind or cultivar One Greenhouse Fern One Asplenium Scolopendrium Three Ferns of the same kind e.g. 3 polystichumsor or 3 athyriums. Cultivars may be included
Prize 1st
2nd
3rd
£75
£30
£15
£10 £10 £10 £10
£5 £5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3 £3
£18
£9
£5
Amateur Growers Hanging Basket Class 11 Awards The Helter Trophy (A20) will be awarded with the first prize in class 11. Prize Class 11 1st 11 Hanging Basket/Hanging Pot Maximum size 31cm in £25 diameter. Excluding Begonias and Fuchsias
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2nd
3rd
£12
£6
Amateur Growers General Conditions
Perpetual Flowering Carnations Classes 12 – 25 Cut Flowers
Classes 12 – 25 - the wiring of individual blooms in classes 12 - 25 is not permitted. Carnation or Pink foliage only may be used. Except where otherwise stated, one variety only may be staged in a vase. Classes 13 - 22 - each class to consist of ONE VASE OF THREE BLOOMS of perpetual flowering Carnations, one variety only, in the colour(s) specified. Awards The Hargreaves Trophy (A29) awarded to the best exhibit in classes 13 – 25. The Allwood Trophy (A1) awarded with the first prize in class 12. British National Carnation Society Silver Medal Card awarded to the best individual vase of flowering Carnations. Vase B - 7.5cm x 20cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm
Prize
Classes 12 - 25 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Individual Championship 5 vases of 5 blooms, 4 distinct varieties and 1 vase of grower's choice White/Cream Self Scarlet/Crimson/Cerise Self Pink/Salmon/Rose Self Yellow/Green Self Apricot/Orange Self Mauve/Purple/Lavender Self White Ground Fancy Yellow Ground Fancy Red/Pink Ground Fancy Any other Ground Fancy not listed above One Vase Three Blooms Grower’s Choice – any variety or varieties One Vase Six Blooms Grower’s Choice any variety or varieties One Vase Twelve Blooms in not less than four distinct varieties
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
D
£75
£30
£15
B B B B B B B B B B
£8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8 £8
£4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
£2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2 £2
B
£8
£4
£2
D
£15
£7
£4
E
£30
£15
£7
Amateur Growers Pinks Classes 26 - 31
General Conditions
(a) Pinks which have slight shading in the centre, or a very small insignificant eye should be shown as self's, reserving the bi-colour classes for those with a marked eye. Intermediate types are unlikely to succeed in either class. (b) Allwoodii may be shown as Pinks unless expressly excluded Awards British National Carnation Society Silver Medal Card awarded to the best individual vase of flowering pinks. Vase Size A – 5cm x 18cm Prize Classes 26 - 31 26
27 28 29 30 31
Individual Championship, 6 vases, 3 stems of one distinct variety per vase and per exhibit, choose from the following selfs (note no two vases to be of the same colour), bi-colours, fancies, laced and singles. One Vase of Six Stems Fancy - Double or semi double any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Selfs - Double or semi double any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Bi-Colour - Double or semi double any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Singles any variety or varieties One Vase of Six Stems Laced Single, double or semi double any variety or varieties
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
A
£75
£30
£15
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers Chrysanthemums Classes 32 - 36
General Conditions
These classes are judged in accordance with National Chrysanthemum Society Regulations. Awards The Southport Visiter Trophy (A36) awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in Classes 32-36. (In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld). The Mary F. Peet Trophy (A8) awarded with the first prize in class 32. A National Chrysanthemum Society Silver Medal and a National Chrysanthemum Society Certificate of Merit awarded at the Judges' discretion between classes 32 - 36. Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm
Prize
Classes 32 - 36 32 33 34 35 36
Three Vases of Chrysanthemums 3 distinct varieties, 3 blooms in a vase. Each vase to contain a distinct variety One Vase 3 stems, natural spray Chrysanthemums One vase 3 stems, distinct, of exhibition sprays. One vase 3 blooms, distinct, of Section 25, (intermediate Chrysanthemums) One vase 5 stems, distinct, of exhibition sprays
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
D
£20
£10
£5
D D
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
D
£10
£5
£3
E
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers Dahlias Classes 37 - 57
General Conditions Classes 38 - 57 (a) No artificial support is allowed in these classes. (b) Classes will be judged in accordance with National Dahlia Society Classified List Current Edition. Awards The Wolstenholme Trophy (A74) awarded with the first prize in class 37. The Seabourne Trophy (A37) awarded at the judges' discretion in classes 38 - 57. The Jescot Trophy (A5) awarded with the first prize in class 38. The Beecham Trophy (A132) will be awarded with first prize in class 43. A National Dahlia Society Silver Medal and Card will be awarded to the Best Exhibit. A National Dahlia Society Bronze Medal and Card will be awarded to the "Runner Up" to the Best Exhibit. Vase C - 7.5cm x 28cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 30cm Exhibitors own basket
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38 39 40 41 42
Classes 38- 57 Individual Championship (4 Vases distinct classifications from the following) Vase of 3 Giant or Large Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Medium Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Small Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Miniature Decorative Dahlias Vase of 3 Giant or Large Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias Vase of 3 Medium Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias Vase of 3 Small/Miniature Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias Vase of 3 Small Ball Dahlias Vase of 3 Miniature Ball Dahlias Vase of 5 Pompon Dahlias Max 52mm Each vase to contain a distinct variety Six Miniature/Small Decorative Dahlias two vases, one variety per vase. Three Blooms Miniature Decorative Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Small Decorative Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Medium Decorative Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Giant or Large Decorative Dahlias in three vases, one bloom per vase, any variety or varieties
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Prize 1st
2nd
3rd
D
£75
£30
£15
D
£15
£7
£4
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
Vase Size
Amateur Growers Dahlias Classes 37 - 57 (continued)
43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55
56 57
Six Blooms Giant or Large Decorative Dahlias one bloom per vase Six Medium Cactus or Semi Cactus Dahlias in two vases, two distinct varieties three blooms per vase, one variety in a vase. Nine Small or Miniature Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in three vases, any variety or varieties, one variety in a vase. Three Blooms of Miniature/Small Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Medium Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Giant or Large Cactus/Semi Cactus Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Miniature Ball Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms Small Ball Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms of Waterlily Dahlias in one vase. Ten Blooms of Waterlily Dahlias in two vases , five blooms per vase, any variety or varieties Nine Blooms Pompon or Large Pompon Dahlias in one vase, any variety or varieties Three Blooms of Collerette Dahlias in one vase Basket of Dahlias to contain not less than twelve blooms. Judged for effect Any other foliage allowed. Oversize rule does not apply Exhibitors basket appropriate to size and type of bloom Two Vases of Dahlias any type, three blooms per vase, one variety in a vase A Floating Dahlia
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D
£15
£7
£4
D
£15
£7
£4
D
£18
£9
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
C
£10
£5
£3
C
£15
£7
£4
C
£18
£9
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
N/A
£15
£7
£4
D
£15
£7
£4
SFS 30cm Bowl
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Gladioli Classes 58 - 68
General Conditions
All classes are judged in accordance with the British Gladiolus Society judging rules. Note: Exhibits must have been grown by the exhibitor and be shown without supports, pins or stuck by artificial means. Any supportive material above the level of the vase will result in disqualification. Awards The Gladys Lavinia Reddington Trophy (A91) awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of first prizes in classes 59 - 67. In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld. The Tarbuck Trophy (A12) awarded with the first prize in class 58. A British Gladiolus Society Silver Medal Card and certificate will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. Vase C - 7.5cm x 28cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm Classes 58 - 68 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68
Individual Championship, Nine Spikes of Non-Primulinus Gladioli, in not less than three varieties. One Spike of Primulinus Gladioli One Spike of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 100/200, (miniature/small flowered) size One Spike of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 300, (medium flowered) size One Spike of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 400/500, (large/giant flowered) size Three Spikes of Non-Primulinus Gladioli 400/500, (large/giant flowered) size, any variety or varieties Three Spikes of Primulinus Gladioli, any variety or varieties One Vase, 3 Spikes, non-primulinus, one variety Six Spikes of Gladioli, any variety or varieties, to be staged two spikes to a vase Three Spikes of Gladioli, each of differing size Novice Class One Vase, 3 spikes, any variety, no size restrictions. Open to exhibitors who have not previously won a 1st prize in the gladioli section at the Southport Flower Show Kindly sponsored by Terry Morris
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Prize
Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
E
£75
£30
£15
C
£8
£4
£2
C
£8
£4
£2
D
£8
£4
£2
D
£8
£4
£2
E
£10
£5
£3
C
£10
£5
£3
C
£10
£5
£3
E
£30
£15
£7
C
£10
£5
£3
E
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Bonsai Classes 69 - 73
General Conditions
(a) A card 3cm x 10cm must be placed in front of the exhibit indicating: (1) Style; (2) Approximate age of tree, if known. (b) To be staged in a bonsai pot, normal flower pots are not permitted. (c) Bonsai stands and accent plants are permitted along with tasteful backdrops. (d) Displayed to be viewed from the front of the tree. Awards The Pinewood Bonsai Challenge Trophy (A124) will be awarded at the judges' discretion. Prize Classes 69 - 73 1st 2nd 3rd 69 Conifer Bosai, Any variety of Conifer Bonsai displayed in an area not £30 £15 £7 exceeding 1m x 90cm 70 Broadleaf Bonsai, Any variety of Broadleaf Bonsai displayed in £30 £15 £7 an area not exceeding 1m x 90cm 71 Group and Landscape Plantings, Any variety of Conifer of Broadleaf group or landscape displayed in an area not £30 £15 £7 exceeding 1m x 90cm 72 Shohin Bonsai, Height of tree not to exceed 25cm including £30 £15 £7 pot. Displayed in an area of 5cm x 25cm 73 Cascade and Semi-Cascade Bonsai, Any variety of Conifer or broadleaf Cascade or Semi Cascade displayed in an area not £30 £15 £7 exceeding 1m x 90cm
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Amateur Growers Roses Classes 74 - 91
General Conditions
The Regulations of The Rose Society UK regarding exhibitions will apply to these classes in so far as they do not conflict with the General and Competitive Regulations in this Schedule. (Any prize or prizes including trophies or medals, may at the judges' discretion, be withheld or modified if exhibits are considered undeserving of the prize or prizes offered. The Judges' decision in all cases shall be final as to the relative merits of exhibits.) Awards The Gibson Trophy (A18) will be awarded with the first prize in class 74. A Rose Society UK Bronze Medal will be presented to: The exhibitor of the best bloom in classes 74 - 91. The exhibitor of the best exhibit in classes 74 - 91. Vase A - 5cm x 18cm Vase C - 7.5cm x 28cm Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 18cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 25cm Southport Flower Show Box Southport Flower Show Picture Frame Southport Flower Show Glass Bowl 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83
Classes 74 - 91 Individual Championship, Box of Twelve Specimen Roses, one or more varieties. Vase of Six Blooms Large Flowered Roses, one or more varieties. Vase of Three Blooms Large Flowered Roses, one or more varieties Vase of One Large Flowered Specimen Bloom, to be named Bowl of not more than Twelve Stems Large Flowered Roses, one or more varieties. Three Vases of Cluster Flowered Roses, three stems per vase, distinct variety in each vase Vase of Five Stems Cluster Flowered Roses, one or more varieties Vase of Three Stems Cluster Flowered Roses, one or more varieties Vase of One Stem Cluster Flowered Roses, to be named Bowl of not more than Seven Stems Cluster Flowered Roses, one or more varieties
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Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
SFS Box
£75
£30
£15
C
£15
£7
£4
C
£15
£7
£4
C
£15
£7
£4
SFS 25cm Bowl
£25
£12
£6
D
£25
£12
£6
D
£25
£12
£6
D
£20
£10
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
SFS 25cm Bowl
£25
£12
£6
Amateur Growers Roses Classes 74 - 91 (continued) 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91
Picture Frame Large, One Large Flowered Bloom, added foliage may be used Picture Frame Small, One HT type Miniature Bloom, at perfect stage , added foliage may be used. Miniature Box Six HT type Blooms, one or more varieties. Bowl of Twelve Stems Miniature Roses, one HT type bloom per stem one or more varieties Vase of Six Stems Miniature Roses, one HT type bloom per stem one or more varieties Vase of Five Stems Miniature Roses, each bearing a cluster of bloom, one or more varieties Vase of Three stems Miniflora Roses, one bloom per stem, one or more varieties. Glass Bowl, One fully open Miniature Bloom floating in water
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SFS Large Frame SFS Small Frame
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
SFS Box
£20
£10
£5
SFS 18cm Bowl
£20
£10
£5
A
£10
£5
£3
A
£10
£5
£3
A
£10
£5
£3
SFS Glass Bowl
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Sweet Peas Classes 92 - 103
General Conditions
One variety only may be staged in a vase except where otherwise stated. Not more than 15 spikes to a vase except where otherwise stated. Sweet pea foliage only may be used. Wiring, or otherwise, supporting the flowers or exhibiting sprays with haulm attached, will be disqualified. (e) Reeds, heather or other material used in these classes to facilitate the arrangements of the blooms, must not appear above the rims of the vases.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Awards The Harry Scholefield Memorial Trophy (A43) will be awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in classes 93 - 98. (In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld). The Cooper Trophy (A40) will be awarded with the first prize in class 92. The National Sweet Pea Society Bronze Medal will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. The National Sweet Pea Society Silver Award Card will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. Vase A - 5cm x 18cm Southport Flower Show Bowl - 18cm 92 93 94 95 96 97 98
Classes 92 - 98 Individual Championship, Six Vases, not more than 15 spikes in six distinct varieties. One variety only in a vase. One Vase of Blue, Mauve, Lavender or Purple Sweet Peas One Vase of Pink Sweet Peas,to be selected from any section of the pink shades One Vase of Red, Orange Red, Magenta or Maroon Sweet Peas One Vase of White, Cream, Picotee, Fancy Striped, Laced or Marbled Sweet Peas Three Vases of Sweet Peas, in three distinct varieties Mixed Bowl, A bowl of not more than 24 stems of Sweet Peas with any foliage. To be viewed all round and judged for quality and decorative effect
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Vase Size
1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
A
£75
£30
£15
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£15
£7
£4
A
£18
£9
£5
SFS 18cm Bowl
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers Sweet Peas Classes 92 - 103 (continued)
Restricted Sweet Pea Classes 99 - 101, open to small growers (up to 250 plants) only. Classes 99 - 101 Vase 1st 2nd Size 99 Two Vases of Sweet Peas, 9 spikes per vase in two A £15 £7 distinct varieties 100 One Vase of Nine Spikes Sweet Peas, one variety A £10 £5 101 One Vase of Nine Spikes Sweet Peas ,Mixed, not A £10 £5 less than three varieties
For Non - Cordon Grown Flowers Classes 102 & 103 Classes 102 - 103 102 103
One Vase of Nine Stems Sweet Peas, old fashioned mixed. Mixed Bowl, A bowl of not more than 24 stems of Sweet Peas with any foliage. To be viewed all round and judged for quality and decorative effect.
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3rd £4 £3 £3
Vase Size
1st
2nd
3rd
A
£10
£5
£3
SFS 18cm Bowl
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers General Conditions
General Cut Flowers/Foliage/Berries Classes 104 - 116
(a) Unless otherwise stated, only one species or cultivar of a flower may be exhibited in a vase. (b) Plants having bulbs, corms, rhizomes and tubers e.g. Gladioli, Dahlias, Tuberous Begonias, lilies etc are excluded from this section. Awards The Goldberg Trophy (A65) will be awarded with the first prize in class 104. Vase D - 10cm x 30.5cm Vase E – 15cm x 33cm
104 105
106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116
Classes 104 - 116 Individual Championship, Nine Vases, 6 spikes or blooms per vase, not less than three species or cultivars. Cottage Garden Flowers, One vase, a maximum of 15 stems - 6 species or cultivars each stem to be of normal length, i.e. cut down stems will only be allowed round the lower edge, arranged for effect. Oasis to be allowed if required to fix the flowers into place One Vase of Antirrhinums, any strain or cultivar. Six spikes of one cultivar or strain in a vase One Vase of Asters, any cultivar. Six blooms of one cultivar in a vase One Vase of Zinnias, any cultivar. Six blooms of one cultivar in a vase One Vase of Calendulas, 6 blooms of one cultivar only One Vase of Stocks, 6 spikes of one cultivar only One Vase of Herbaceous Phlox, 3 spikes of one cultivar One Vase of African Marigold, 6 blooms of one cultivar only One Vase of Rudbeckia, 6 blooms of one specie or cultivar One Vase of Sunflowers (Helianthus Annuus cv) 3 blooms, flower head not to exceed 20cm diameter One Vase Berried Stems, and/or variegated foliage may be shrub/tree or herbaceous One Vase of Hydrangea Heads, 5 blooms and cultivar
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Vase Size
1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
E
£75
£30
£15
E
£18
£9
£5
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
D
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Carnivorous Classes 117 - 121
General Conditions (a) All plants to be labelled (b) No Garden Centre plants to be included (c) Poor quality will not be judged
117 118 119 120 121
Classes 117 - 121 Sarracenia, American Pitcher plant Pinguicula, Butterwort Nepenthes, Tropical Pitcher plant Dionaea, Venus Fly Trap Drosera, Sundew
1st £15 £15 £15 £15 £15
20
Prize 2nd £7 £7 £7 £7 £7
3rd £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
Amateur Growers General Conditions
Alpine & Rock Garden Plants Classes 122 - 133
(a) Alpine plants should if possible, be shown with top dressings, or growing amongst stones, or in materials in which they could be expected to succeed best in a garden. (b) In judging the exhibits, points will be awarded for: (1) Condition of plant, (2) Skill in cultivation, (3) Rarity in cultivation (c) Exhibits in classes 122, 124 and 130 to 133, to be shown in pots or pans not exceeding 29cm outside diameter, classes 125 to 129 not exceeding 36cm outside diameter. In the case of square or rectangular pans, the stated measurements apply to the longest diagonal. (d) Plants must have been cultivated by the exhibitor for not less than six months before the first day of the show. (e) In classes 123 and 129, Judges will give preference to containers having plants which are well established. In class 123 the maximum size is 60cm. Awards The Southport Centenary Trophy (A80) will be awarded with the first prize in class 122. The Marland Trophy (A16) will be awarded with the first prize in class 123. Prize Classes 122 - 133 1st 2nd 122 Individual Championship, 6 Pans or Pots, distinct. £75 £30 123 One Stone Trough or Other Container, having no fewer than six kinds or varieties of Alpine Plants, not necessarily £35 £18 in flower, arranged for effect 124 Three Pans or Pots Rock Garden or Alpine Plants, distinct £20 £10 125 One Pan or Pot of Hardy Sedums £10 £5 126 One Pan or Pot of Sempervivums £10 £5 127 One Dwarf Coniferae £10 £5 128 One Dwarf Shrub, (other than Coniferae) £10 £5 129 One Pan, having no fewer than six kinds of varieties of £15 £7 Alpine Plants, not necessarily in flower 130 One Pan Rock Garden or Alpine Plant (trees are excluded) £10 £5 of a genus other than classes 125-127 inclusive & 132 131 One Pan/Pot Gentian £10 £5 132 One Pan/Pot Rock Plant with Silver-Grey Foliage £10 £5 133 One Pan Rock Garden or Alpine Plant, Not in Flower exhibitor must not have won more than 10 first prizes in £10 £5 the Alpine and Rock Garden section
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3rd £15 £9 £5 £3 £3 £3 £3 £4 £3 £3 £3 £3
Amateur Growers Begonias Classes 134 - 146
General Conditions
All cut blooms must be displayed on boards provided by Southport Flower Show which conform to the specifications laid down by the National Begonia Society. Awards The John Wilding Trophy (A95) will be awarded with the first prize in class 134. The Blackmore and Langdon Trophy (A44) will be awarded with the first prize in class 135. The Brian Taylor Trophy (A131) will be awarded with the first prize in class 136. The George Jackson Trophy (A129) will be awarded with the first prize in class 141. The Neville Web Trophy (A127) will be awarded with the first prize in class 142. The North West Area Trophy (A126) will be awarded with the first prize in class 143 The Dennis Hague Trophy (A130) will be awarded for the best pot in classes 135-140 & 146 The National Begonia Society Bronze Medal will be awarded for the best cut bloom. The National Begonia Society Bronze Medal will be awarded for the best pot plant. Northwest Area Rosettes will be awarded for Best Cut Bloom and Best Pots in various colour categories. Prize Classes 134 - 146 1st 2nd 3rd 134 Individual Championship, Six Pots of tuberous double begonias in pots in bloom in £75 £30 £15 not less than three distinct varieties. (No extra foliage, ferns, etc. permitted) 135 Six Pots of Tuberous Double Begonias, plants to be grown in pots of diameter no greater than 18cm (7") or of volume £35 £18 £9 no greater than 3 litres. Plants to be grown as one main stem, and side shoots to be clearly visible above the compost 136 Three Pots of Tuberous Double Begonias, in bloom, at £20 £10 £5 least two distinct varieties 137 One Pot of Tuberous Double Begonias, in bloom £10 £5 £3 138 One Hanging Basket/Pot, no bigger than 35cm of pendula £25 £12 £6 Habit Begonias 139 One Pot of Non-Tuberous Begonias £10 £5 £3 140 Two Pots, not greater than 3 litres, one pot to have a tuberous double flowered, one pot to have a non-tuberous £18 £9 £5 begonia 141 Group of Begonias in Pots, not more than 20 pots, not less than 15 pots, in not less than three distinct varieties. To be £100 £50 £25 arranged for effect on 3-tier staging in a space 1.8m x 1.2m with a backrail of 1.6m above staging level. Each tier of the staging will be 30cm wide and 30cm high - on flat staging 142 Twelve Cut Blooms of Tuberous Double Begonias, not less £100 £50 £25 than eight distinct cultivars
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Amateur Growers Begonias Classes 134 - 146 (continued)
143 144 145 146
Six Cut Blooms of Tuberous Double Begonias, not less than three distinct cultivars Three Cut Blooms of Tuberous Double Begonias, three any cultivars One Cut Bloom of Tuberous Double Begonias Three Pots of Multiflora Begonias, to be grown in no larger than 2 litre pots
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£25
£12
£6
£10
£5
£3
£8
£4
£2
£10
£5
£3
Amateur Growers Cacti & Succulents Classes 147 - 152
General Conditions
Classes for cacti exclude other succulent plants and vice-versa. In classes 150 and 151 plants must be of distinct species or genera. The classes will be judged under British Cactus and Succulent Society Rules. Awards The Flower Show Committee Trophy (A104) will be awarded to the competitor winning the greatest number of 1st prizes in classes 147 to 152. (In the event of a tie the trophy will be withheld). A British Cactus and Succulent Society Silver Medal will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. A British Cactus and Succulent Society Bronze Medal will be awarded at the Judges' discretion. Prize Classes 147 - 152 1st 2nd 3rd 147 One Cactus, pot or pan not to exceed 20cm in diameter £10 £5 £3 148 One Succulent, pot or pan not to exceed 20cm in diameter £10 £5 £3 Bowl Garden of Cactus and/or Succulent Plants, bowls not 149 £12 £6 £3 to exceed 30cm in diameter. Ornaments not permitted. Three Cacti, in pots or pans, not exceeding 15cm in 150 £12 £6 £3 diameter. Must be of distinct species or genera Three Succulents, in pots or pans, not exceeding 15cm in 151 £12 £6 £3 diameter .Three different genera Six Cacti, in pots or pans, not exceeding 11cm in diameter, 152 £12 £6 £3 not more than two plants from any one genus
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Amateur Growers Fuchsias Classes 153 - 168
General Conditions
(a) All classes will be judged according to British Fuchsias Society judging standards. (b) All classes are open and without restriction. (c) Only commercially manufactured type baskets/hanging pots allowed in classes 166 - 168 inclusive. (d) Terracotta coloured pots plus saucer must be used in classes 154 - 165 inclusive.
153
154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168
Classes 153 - 168 Individual Championship, Not less than 15 pots, a display of Fuchsias to be arranged for effect within an area, 1.2m frontage by 90cm depth. Flat staging will be provided together with a covered back rail, 1.4m high from staging level One Pot, any cultivar/s, maximum pot size 9cm Three Pots, any cultivar/s, maximum pot size 9cm One Pot, single/semi-double cultivar, maximum pot size 13.3cm Three Pots, any cultivar/s, maximum pot size 13.3cm One Pot, single/semi-double cultivar, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, double flowered cultivar, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, Breviflorae type, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, Tryphylla type, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, Ornamental Foliage type, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Pot, any cultivar, pot size 21.6cm One Pot, species or species type (excluding Breviflorae) maximum pot size 21.6cm One Mini Standard Fuchsia, with a clear stem, minimum length 15.3cm, maximum length 25.4cm, maximum pot size 13.3cm. One Full Basket, one or more plants, maximum basket size 40.6cm One Hanging Pot, one or more plants, maximum pot size 16.5cm One Hanging Pot, one or more plants, maximum pot size 21.6cm, (Excluding 16.5cm Hanging Pot)
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1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
£75
£30
£15
£10 £15
£5 £7
£3 £4
£10
£5
£3
£15
£7
£4
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
£15
£7
£4
£10
£5
£3
£12
£6
£3
Amateur Growers Orchids Classes 169 - 172
General Conditions
In these classes, the Judges will pay particular attention to rarity and difficulty of cultivation in the plants exhibited. All plants must have been cultivated by the exhibitor for at least 3 months prior to the date of the show. Awards The Gleave Trophy (A66) will be awarded with the first prize in class 169.
169 170 171 172
Classes 169 - 172 Display of Three Orchids to be staged in a space 90cm by 90cm on flat staging 75cm high One Orchid Species One Orchid Phalaenopsis One Other Hybrid, not mentioned in classes 170 & 171
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1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
£20
£10
£5
£10 £10 £10
£5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3
Amateur Growers Plants (Miscellaneous) Classes 173 – 184 Greenhouse/Conservatory/House Plants
General Conditions
(a) Pots in these classes must not exceed 20cm in diameter except where otherwise stated. All plants must have been cultivated by the exhibitor for at least 3 months prior to the date of the show. Awards The Hall Trophy (A76) will be awarded with the first prize in class 173. Prize Classes 173 - 184 1st 173 Individual Championship Group Flowering and Foliage Plants To consist of three flowering and three foliage plants to be arranged in a space of 1.2m frontage by 90cm deep. Not less than two distinct £75 kinds of plants must be exhibited, of which not more than three Begonia plants may be exhibited as flowering and/or foliage plants. Flat staging with a covered backrail of 1.4m above staging will be provided, but exhibitors may provide tiering etc, if they so desire 174 One Pot of Gloxinia, in bloom. £10 175 One Pot of Streptocarpus, in bloom. £10 176 Three Pots of Coleus, any variety or varieties £15 177 One Plant in Bloom, (Not specified in classes 174 & 175), £10 excluding Begonia 178 One Plant for Foliage, (Not Coleus or Begonia). £10 179 One Airplant £10 180 One Saint Paulia £10 181 One House Plant in Bloom, excluding Begonia £10 182 One House Plant for Foliage, excluding Begonia and Coleus. £10 183 One Climbing or Trailing Plant in Bloom £10 184 One Climbing or Trailing Plant for Foliage £10
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2nd
3rd
£30
£15
£5 £5 £7
£3 £3 £4
£5
£3
£5 £5 £5 £5 £5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3 £3 £3 £3 £3
Amateur Growers Pelargoniums (Geraniums) Classes 185 - 195
General Conditions
(a) Pots in these classes must not exceed 15.5cm in diameter except where otherwise stated. (b) All pots must be terracotta in colour.
185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 193 194 195
Classes 185 - 195 Individual Championship, 4 plants any 2 Zonals single, 2 Zonals double of same cultivar One Plant Basic Regal One Plant Dwarf Zonal, pot not to exceed 12cm in diameter One Plant Basic Zonal, One Plant Dwarf Zonal & One Plant Miniature Zonal (3 bears). One Plant Tricolour leaved Zonal, in flower One Plant Bicolour leaved Zonal, in flower Two Plants Miniature Zonal, any cultivar, pot not to exceed 9cm in diameter One Plant Ivy Leaf in Flower Two Plants Zonal or Two Plants Basic Regal, any cultivars 15cm Terracotta Hanging Pot - 1 Plant 30cm Terracotta Hanging Pot - 3 Plants minimum
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1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
£75
£30
£15
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
£20
£10
£5
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
£10
£5
£3
£10 £20 £10 £20
£5 £10 £5 £10
£3 £5 £3 £5
Amateur Growers
Fruit Classes 196 - 209
General Conditions
(a) One variety of any kind of fruit may be exhibited on each dish. (b) Dishes provided by the Organisers must be used except for Grapes when suitable boards must be provided by the exhibitor. (c) Black, Red and White Currants must be shown in bunches as grown. (d) Raspberries, Blackberries, Loganberries and other soft fruit must be shown on the stalk. Awards The Rivers Trophy (A64) will be awarded with the first prize in class 196. The Percy Olivant Trophy (A75) will be awarded with the first prize in class 197. Southport Flower Show Dish
196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209
Classes 196 - 209 Individual Championship, Collection of Fruit,6 dishes of six distinct kinds (dish as per single classes) Grapes, one bunch, black or green, on board provided by the Exhibitor Peaches or Nectarines, one dish of three Dessert Apples, one dish of three. Culinary Apples one dish of three Pears, one dish of three Plums, Gages, Damsons & Mirabel (Cherry Plums) varieties, one dish of six Redcurrants, in bunches, one dish not less than 250g, and not more than 300g Blackcurrants, in bunches, one dish not less than 250g and not more than 300g Gooseberries, one dish of twenty. Three Dishes of Hardy Top Fruit, three distinct kinds. Three Dishes of Soft Fruit, three distinct kinds. Melons, one fruit of any kind. A Dish of Berries, to be arranged for effect - not less than three kinds
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Prize 1st 2nd
3rd
SFS Dish
£75
£30
£15
N/A
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish
£15 £10 £10 £10
£7 £5 £5 £5
£4 £3 £3 £3
SFS Dish
£10
£5
£3
SFS Dish
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish
£12
£6
£3
SFS Dish
£20
£10
£5
SFS Dish N/A
£20 £12
£10 £6
£5 £3
SFS Dish
£15
£7
£4
Dish
Amateur Growers
Vegetables Classes 210 - 243
General Conditions
(a) One variety of any kind of vegetable may be exhibited on each dish. Classes 211 to 243 are all deemed to be single dish classes and one variety only may be exhibited in each of them. (b) Where appropriate, dishes provided by the Organisers must be used. Where dishes cannot be used, ie. for Leeks etc. exhibits must be neatly arranged on the show bench. (c) Distinct Varieties of Potatoes - For convenience of Exhibitors, the EU-UK Approved List of Potato Varieties (as issued by the NVS) will be observed. Awards The Boots the Chemist Trophy (A9) will be awarded with the first prize in class 210. A National Vegetable Society Silver Medal will be awarded at the judges' discretion. Vase B - 7.5cm x 20cm Southport Flower Show Dish
210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226
Classes 210 - 243 Individual Championship Collection of Vegetables, 6 kinds, three of each to be staged in a space not exceeding 120cm x 90cm. Parsley may be used as dressing Dish of Four White Potatoes Dish of Four Potatoes, other than white Three Onions, each onion must exceed 250g Three Onions, no onion must exceed 250g Dish of Ten Shallots, pickling, no shallot to exceed 30mm in diameter Dish of Ten Shallots, larger than pickling Two Capsicums (sweet), any colour Two Heads of Cauliflower, with clean roots Dish of Peas, 10 pods Dish of Dwarf French Beans, 10 pods Dish of Broad Beans, 10 long pods Dish of Runner Beans, 10 pods Three Beet, tops trimmed to 7.5cm Three Parsnips, tops trimmed to 7.5cm Three Carrots, long pointed, tops trimmed to 7.5cm Three Carrots, stump rooted, tops trimmed to 7.5cm
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Dish
1st
Prize 2nd
3rd
N/A
£75
£30
£15
SFS Dish SFS Dish N/A SFS Dish
£15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4
SFS Dish
£15
£7
£4
SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish N/A N/A
£15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
N/A
£15
£7
£4
N/A
£15
£7
£4
Amateur Growers
Vegetables Classes 210 – 243 (continued)
227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 240 241 242
243
Three Turnips/Swedes Three Blanched Leeks Two Cucumbers Dish of Ten Tomatoes Two Vegetable Marrows, any colour, minimum size 30cm Herbs, three distinct kinds, correctly named One kind per vase. Oasis permitted Collection of Vegetables, three kinds, two of each kind, to be staged in a space 1.2m by 90cm Twelve Chilli Peppers Three Garlic 15 Small Fruited or Cherry Type Tomatoes 3 Kohl Rabi Rhubarb, natural, 3 sticks Three Courgettes, with flower Four Tomatoes, large fruited ("Beefsteak") type cultivars Herbs, 3 different pot grown herbs Three Vegetables, of the same kind, not already mentioned in classes 210 to 243 Basket of Vegetables, arranged for effect, herbs may be used - to be judged for quality and artistic merit - Basket/trug to be supplied by exhibitor, maximum size 63.5cm x 33cm.Vegetables to be listed
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N/A N/A N/A SFS Dish
£15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4
N/A
£15
£7
£4
B
£15
£7
£4
N/A
£35
£18
£9
SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish SFS Dish N/A N/A
£15 £15 £15 £15 £15 £15
£7 £7 £7 £7 £7 £7
£4 £4 £4 £4 £4 £4
SFS Dish
£15
£7
£4
N/A
£15
£7
£4
N/A
£15
£7
£4
N/A
£35
£18
£9
Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves
Bees & Honey Baking & Preserves Marquee Regulations/Information/Classes
Staging & Judging Times Tuesday 13th August from 6.00pm to 8.00pm Wednesday 14th August from 9:00am to 5:50pm Judging starts at 6.00pm Wednesday 14th August
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves
Honey Regulations
Exhibits must be bona fide property of the exhibitor, and all hive products shown must be the produce of the exhibitor’s own bees. Wax must be rendered and prepared by the exhibitor. No two or more persons may exhibit produce from the same Apiary in any class other than in partnership. Labels Small adhesive labels will be sent to exhibitors by Southport Flower Show except in class 249, where an exhibit card will suffice. Jar Labels should be fixed half an inch from the bottom of the jar. Cut Comb Honey and Shallow Frame Labels should be fixed on front, top right hand corner. Exhibits must not bear any other mark or label except in Classes 244, 245, 248, 249, 260 and 269. Staging Exhibitors to stage their own exhibits. Jars/Containers/Weight Comb Honey ,Cut Comb Honey must be shown in standard transparent 227g (8oz) containers with transparent snap-on tops and must have a gross weight of between 200g and 255g (7-9oz). All extracted Honey must be exhibited in plain squat honey jars (except in 249, 263 & 270) which must be of uniform size and shape in each exhibit, with secure, easily removable covers, to the satisfaction of the Judges. Weights of wax specified in the schedule are subject to a tolerance of +/- 10%. Granulated Honey (Class 256) may only be exhibited in the classes bearing such a description, but may be included in Classes 246, 247, 249, 263, 265, 266, 270, 276 & 282. Awards The Cook Trophy (A48) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Light Honey in the Show. The Southport and District Beekeepers Trophy (A52) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Dark Honey in the show. The Rush Trophy (A6) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Heather Honey in the Show. The Bradley Trophy (A63) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Mead in the Show. The Randall Trophy (A25) will be awarded for the best exhibit of Honey in the Show. A Blue Ribbon Award, offered jointly by the BBKA and the National Honey Show, will be awarded at judges' discretion to the Best Exhibit in the Honey section. The Burnett-Hughes Trophy (A121) will be awarded for the best exhibit by a member of Southport and Formby Beekeepers in the Honey section. The Alderman S E Charlton Trophy (A56) will be awarded with the first prize in class 267.
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves Honey Classes 244 – 282
244 245
246 247 248 249
250 251 252 253 254 255 256 257 258 259
Classes 244 - 270 Bee Pasture, A collection of garden flowers, fresh or dried, to be judged on botanical content, names to be shown. The flowers to be exhibited in one vase; to be provided A Pot Plant, This is a good nectar and/or pollen source for honey bees and other insects. Pot should be no more than 20cm diameter and the plant should be in flower - to be grown by exhibitor One Dozen 454g Jars of Honey, Any variety or varieties Composite Class, Consisting of four 454g jars of Honey, any variety or varieties, one Cake of Beeswax plainly moulded (227g). One Observation Hive, Stocked with Bees and Queen (Educational) A display of Honey, Honey Products, Beekeeping Equipment, etc, Not exceeding 1m in length, with a back rail. This class is open to Beekeeping Associations, Schools, Clubs and other organisations and individuals. The items to form the display are in the widest sense left to the discretion of the exhibitors, and should be designed to interest members of the public in beekeeping A Photographic Print, On any subject associated with Honeybees or Beekeeping, maximum size A4, with a title One Shallow Frame, Of any size suitable for extraction Two 454g Jars Light Honey Two 454g Jars Medium Honey, Not Heather or Heather Blend. Two 454g Jars Dark Honey, Not Heather or Heather Blend. Two 454g Jars Heather or Heather Blend Honey Two 454g Jars Granulated Honey or Soft Set Honey One Cake Beeswax Plainly moulded (227g). One Bottle of Mead - Sweet, To be exhibited in a plain round clear glass bottle(75cl) One Bottle of Mead - Dry, To be exhibited in a plain round clear glass bottle (75cl).
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1st
Prize
2nd
3rd
£15
£7
£4
£10
£5
£3
£15
£7
£4
£15
£7
£4
£40
£20
£10
£40
£20
£10
£10
£5
£3
£10 £10
£5 £5
£3 £3
£10
£5
£3
£10 £10 £10 £10
£5 £5 £5 £5
£3 £3 £3 £3
£10
£5
£3
£10
£5
£3
Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves Honey Classes 244 – 282 (continued)
260
261 262 263 264 265 266 267
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Honey Cake, Made to the following recipe: 200g SR flour, 180g local Honey, 150g butter, 90g soft brown sugar, 1 tablespoon water and 2 beaten eggs. Melt butter, sugar and honey. Cool, add water, eggs and flour. Bake in a round tin not to exceed 20cm in a medium oven for approximately 40 minutes Creative Cookery, A loaf of bread, sweet or savoury, containing local honey. Recipe to be submitted and may be published by Southport Beekeepers Ten 28g Cakes of Beeswax Two 454g Jars Honey, Any one variety. Jars labeled as for retail. The small label bearing the Exhibitor's number to be affixed to the back of the jars. 2 Beeswax Candles. A matching pair. One of which will be lit by the Judge 2 Cut Combs of Honey Novice Class, One 454g jar of Honey. Open to exhibitors who have not previously won a 1st prize in the Honey section of the Southport Flower Show An Original Design for a Honey Label, Junior class - up to and including 13 years. Maximum size A4. The design must show artistry and sales appeal. The only text required is a description of the contents and the quantity in the jar. £25 will be given to the award winner's school Poster Design, An original Poster Design A3 size to interest, inform and promote Beekeeping. The designs submitted may be used and published by Southport Beekeepers A Display of 5 Items, Made by the exhibitor using products from the hive. Ingredients to be listed (no Mead, Honey or Wax in the raw state to be included) 12 Jars of Honey, 2 or more size of jars, 2 or more varieties of honey
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Bees & Honey/Baking & Preserves Classes 244 – 282 (continued)
Classes 271 to 276 are limited to members of the Southport and District Branch of the Lancashire and North West Beekeepers Association. 271 272 273 274 275 276
Classes 271 - 276 Two 454g Jars Light Honey Two 454g Jars Medium Honey Two 454g Jars Dark Honey Two 454g Jars Granulated or Soft Set Honey One Cake Beeswax, Plainly moulded (227g) Novice Class, One 454g jar of Honey. Open to exhibitors st who have not previously won a 1 prize in the Honey section of the Southport Flower Show
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Classes 277 - 282 Two 454g Jars Light Honey Two 454g Jars Medium Honey Two 454g Jars Dark Honey Two 454g Jars Granulated or Soft Set Honey One Cake Beeswax, Plainly moulded (227g) Novice Class, One 454g jar of Honey. Open to exhibitors st who have not previously won a 1 prize in the Honey section of the Southport Flower Show
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Baking & Preserves Classes 283 – 305 Baking & Preserves Information & Regulations All baking is cut and tasted. Baking to be presented on the doily provided. Classes 293 & 294 to use a bread tin measuring 16x 10.5 x7.5cm All jars to be 1lb (454g) All jars must be covered with a wax disc & cellophane top, with a small plain contents label affixed. Exhibitor/class labels will be supplied by Southport Flower Show and should be affixed about half an inch from the bottom of the jar. Labels for baking exhibits should be affixed to the front of the doily. Awards The Pidduck Trophy (A14) will be awarded to the best exhibit in Baking classes 283 – 294 The Victoria Park, Southport Trophy (A21) will be awarded to the best exhibit in Preserve classes 295 – 302 Prize Classes 283 - 302 1st 2nd 3rd 283 Three Cheese Scones £10 £5 £3 284 Victoria Sponge, baked in one tin, 2 eggs, equal fat, flour & £10 £5 £3 sugar, jam filling, no sugar decoration 285 Date & Walnut Loaf £10 £5 £3 286 A Rich Fruit Cake £10 £5 £3 287 A Swiss Roll £10 £5 £3 288 Fruit Pie, any variety. £10 £5 £3 298 Gingerbread £10 £5 £3 290 Three Pieces of Traybake, one variety £10 £5 £3 291 Chocolate Sandwich Cake (Not a gateau), baked in one tin, £10 £5 £3 butter cream filling, no sugar decoration. 292 Five Plain Biscuits, (not cookies), any variety £10 £5 £3 293 A 1lb Loaf of handmade white Bread – see note above £10 £5 £3 294 A 1lb Loaf of handmade brown Bread – see note above £10 £5 £3 295 One Jar Lemon Curd £10 £5 £3 296 One Jar Raspberry Jam £10 £5 £3 297 One Jar Strawberry Jam £10 £5 £3 298 One Jar of Jelly £10 £5 £3 299 One Jar Blackcurrant Jam £10 £5 £3 300 One Jar Marmalade £10 £5 £3 301 One Jar Stone Fruit Jam £10 £5 £3 302 One Jar Chutney, to be labelled mild, medium or hot £10 £5 £3 Junior Section - Up to and including 13 years, age to be stated on form. Classes 303 - 305 1st 303 Three Decorated Cup Cakes £10 304 Three Jam Tarts £10 305 Three Pieces of Traybake, one variety £10
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THE
GARDEN PARTY
15TH – 18TH AUGUST 2019
Closing Date 12th July 2019 Next Year's Show Dates 20th -23rd 2020
Southport Flower Show Victoria Park Southport PR8 1RX
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