CONTAINER / BASKET GARDEN

EXHIBITORS AND ENTRANTS: Exhibition and competition by members of the Sacramento Orchid Society only. Commercial Orchid Nurseries not allowed.

ADVANCE RESERVATION: If you even THINK you will enter a Container/Basket, you must contact Penny Walgenbach no later than Friday, April 3rd

CATEGORIES: All entrants are considered Hobbyist, i.e. a non-commercial with no restrictions based on past awards.

CLASSES:

A container or basket with 3 or fewer blooming orchid plants.
A container or basket with 4 or more blooming orchid plants.

RULES: Refer to the Show Rules and Regulations.

Each entrant will be allowed only one entry per class for judging.
The only blooming plants are to be orchids. Foliage plants and/or dried plant material may be included.
Non-decorative pots are to be concealed.
Orchids are to be appropriately identified and labeled.
The container should enhance the design and the orchids.
Size is limited to what can be carried by one person.
There must be at least 4 entrances between the two classes for the best of show award to be given.

ORCHID ARRANGEMENTS

EXHIBITORS AND ENTRANTS: Exhibition and competition by members of the Sacramento Orchid Society only, except in

The Open Class that is unrestricted entry.

ADVANCE RESERVATION: If you even THINK you will enter an Arrangement, you must contact Penny Walgenbach no later than Friday, April 3rd

CATEGORIES: Novice, Hobbyist, Miniature, and Open

JUDGING CRITERIA: Accredited Flower Arrangement Judges will consider design, harmony of color and texture, conformity to classes, distinction, originality, condition of materials, technique and utility in placing entries for awards.

RULES: Refer to the Show Rules and Regulations.

Each exhibitor will be allowed only one entry per class for judging.
The exhibitor is responsible for meeting all entrance requirements.
Standard size of arrangements must not exceed 24” wide x 24” deep x 45” high.
The exhibitor must have made the entire assembly, including bows, fill, etc.
Dried, natural, and/or man-made material may be used to emphasize line. Fresh and/or dried foliage may be used unless otherwise noted.
Whole, fresh orchids will be the predominant flowers used in the arrangement. Other flowering material may be used to complement the arrangement but may not dominant arrangement.
Arrangements may not be assembled at the Show site. Only accessories, if allowed, may be added at the Show site; arrangements must be completed by 9:30 am on Saturday April 19
Entrants are strongly encouraged to procure their own flowers. Chair will make every effort to have blooms available for a nominal fee from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Friday April 18at the Scottish Rite Center or by special arrangement. Let the chair know if you are going to need flowers for your arrangements no later than Friday April 10
No Live animals may be used in Arrangements

NOVICE ENTRIES:

CLASSES:

Fern Grotto: Make an arrangement using only fern as the greenery, (Asparagus ferns and the relatives are permitted)
Poker Face: Make an arrangement with playing cards. (Accessories permitted)

HOBBYIST ENTRIES:

CLASSES:

Happy New Years: Make a festive arrangement for a new years party. (Accessories permitted)
Rain Forest: Make an arrangement with a tropical rain forest theme. (Accessories permitted)

OPEN ENTRIES:

CLASSES:

Eyes of Hera: Make an arrangement to the Greek Goddess Hera you must use at least 2 peacock feathers. (Accessories permitted) If you need help obtaining feathers, contact Raymond Prothero.
Hats Off To You: Make an arrangement in any type of hat. Sports, Formal, etc.

MINIATURE ENTRY CLASSES:

“Pigmy Forest”: Make an arrangement with a Woodland theme. Make no bigger than 5” X 5” X 5”
Patriotic Corsage: Make a corsage to wear to the presidential inauguration
Patriotic Boutonniere: Make a boutonniere to wear to the presidential inauguration.

If you need Help Procuring Flowers for the show, Please Contact Raymond Prothero.

I can arrange to get them for you at a minor cost.

Raymond Cell: (916) 747 9652 Work: (916) 929 4911