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FLORAL ARTS DEPARTMENT

NANCY MCDOUGAL RENETTE ROBILLARD Department Supervisor Assistant Supervisor

650-341-8130 floralarts@smcec.co

Important information on entry content is provided at the beginning of each section and dates on the calendar below. Listings include a wide variety of traditional and currently popular garden related items---some necessary to pick fresh,

while others can be designed and crafted months before entries are to be delivered for display.

DEPARTMENT CODE: FL This Department includes (in order): (and this year’s Fair-themed craft project at end of this Department Listing

Container Plants Garden Flowers Floral Arrangements Combination Plantings Do-Ahead Garden Crafts Youth Projects for Individuals & for Youth Groups Schools

Special Fairy Tale Themed Garden See Agriculture Department for additional creative growing and decorative crafts categories.

YOUTH Individual & Group entry categories at end of these Department listings (Div 490-497) SCHOOL GARDEN ENTRIES on last page of this Department & also in Agriculture Department (Div -193-197) Additional SCHOOL GARDEN ENTRIES listed in Garden Landscape Department (Div 540-545)

Entry Fees: $3.00 per Entry $5.00 fee per exhibitor for up to 100 Cut Flower & Rose entries NO entry fee in Individual Youth Exhibits (Divisions 490-493)

Remember: Earliest entry by mail, fax, in person, or online reserves your choice in limited classes. Confirmation of entry is only available with online process.

2020 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 3:30- 7:30 PM Classroom/Youth Groups Special Displays and Educational Exhibits

11 3:30- 7:30 PM Entries Received: Potted Plants / Horticulture & Crafts Entry Maintenance

12 7:00-10::00 AM Entries Received: 1st Period Judging Floral Design Divisions Entry Maintenance

13 7:00-9:00 AM Entries Received: 1st Period Judging Cut Flowers / Roses Entry Maintenance

14 15 16 17 7:00-9:00 AM Entries Received: 2nd Period Judging Cut Flowers & Roses 2nd Period Design Entry Maintenance

18 19 20 9:00-10:00 AM Entry Maintenance

21 22 2:00-7:00 PM Entry Release

23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 JUNEEntry Forms Deadline Thursday, May 14—midnight online or postmarked by May 14

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NOTES FOR EXHIBITORS: Deliver entries for this Department to Redwood Hall using the designated door. Convenient access is available through Gate 9. Alternate delivery & pickup time is available ONLY with prior approval from the Department Supervisor.

INFORMATION & RULES: 1. All state and local rules apply. Entries must have been designed, crafted, or grown by the exhibitor within the current

Fair year (since June 2019).2. Competition is open to amateur gardeners, arrangers and clubs. An amateur is someone who grows and shows for

pleasure, rather than as a profession.3. Exhibitors will place their own entries for exhibit and judging. All exhibits must be in place and exhibitors must leave

the floor by 9:00 a.m. on any judging day (10:00 am on June 12). Latecomers may only show as complimentary.Please notify the Supervisor as soon as possible if you are unable to bring an entry with specific placement (full table orfloor space) or if class is ‘limited’, so that your space can be reassigned or otherwise filled.

4. Exhibitors are responsible for maintaining their exhibits in a fresh condition while on view. Those unsuitable fordisplay will be changed or removed and award withheld. Exhibitors must ‘condition’ cut plant material to ensuremaximum longevity. See cut flower section rules for conditioning suggestions. Freshening/maintenance may be doneon entry mornings (see schedule calendar) and by prior arrangements with Supervisor.

5. No artificial or treated fresh plant material is permitted in exhibits, except as specified. Mandatory 20 point deductionwill be made for use of deceptive artificial plant material in exhibits.

6. The American Judging System will be used in all classes except individual Youth divisions which score individually formerit (Danish System). Awards will be given only for exhibits showing quality growth & show–worthy presentation.

7. Sweepstakes: See State Rules. In the event of a tie, sweepstakes ribbon shall go to the exhibitor scoring highest inblue ribbons, etc. Winners must have an individual minimum of 20 points.

8. Exhibits, except cut specimens, will be released at the start of the next judging period when similar Classes are offeredor at the end of the Fair, depending on Division. Exhibitor may pick up ribbons & cards at that time or provide astamped self-addressed mailing envelope to the Supervisor at the time of Entry Receiving.

BEST IN SHOW Award Offered in each: Rosette

Artistic Design first judging (Divisions 430 & 432) Artistic Design second judging (Division 440)

Petite Design first judging (Division 434) Petite Design second judging (Division 444)

BEST OF DIVISIONS Award Offered in each: Rosette

Foliage and Potted Plants Division 410 Cacti Division 411

Succulents and Bromeliads Division 412 Cut Flowers first judging Division 420

Cut Flowers second judging Division 420B Cut Roses first judging Division 421

Cut Roses second judging Division 421B

FRESHNESS AWARD Award Offered in each of Divisions 420,421,42OB & 421B: Ribbon

Given for cut flower/rose entry remaining freshest-looking on last day of entry period.

SWEEPSTAKES AWARDS OFFERED

1st Place Rosette 2nd Place Rosette 3rd Place Rosette

Miniature Arrangements Divisions 434 & 442 Cut Flowers Divisions 420 & 420B Cut Roses Divisions 421 & 421B SPONSORED SWEEPSTAKES

These awards are given by the Board of Directors of San Mateo County Fair in honor of James A. Goldsmith, Jr. & Betty Odom, past members of the Board and long-time supporters of this Department.

AWARDS OFFERED 1st Place $100 & Rosette

2nd Place Rosette 3rd Place Rosette

James A. Goldsmith, Jr. – Horticulture/Flowering Plants Divisions 410-415B Betty Odom – Floral Design Divisions 430-432 & 440-442

THEME AWARD Ribbon + $50

An additional prize may be given to an exhibit in this Department which best celebrates this year’s Fair theme--“Berry Fairy Tales”---a whimsical tribute to the four berries commercially grown in San Mateo County--strawberries, blackberries, raspberries and olallieberries.

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AWARDS OFFERED DIVISIONS 410-413 AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 414 1st Place $10 1st Place $20 2nd Place $7 2nd Place $15 3rd Place $5 3rd Place $10

INFORMATION & RULES: (see also Department rules) 1. Plants must have been grown by exhibitor for at least 90 days preceding the opening of the Fair.2. Plants and containers must be clean and free of insects and disease. Cleanliness is a judged quality.3. Exhibitor must obtain and attach exhibit card to entry upon arrival and is responsible for listing common or variety

name of plant on exhibit card or as a separate label with plant, botanical name if possible.4. Exhibitor must have his/her name and phone number on the bottom of container or a durable label with exhibitor

information eased into the soil at the pot rim and (except in cactus and succulent Classes) must furnish an acceptablesaucer for safe watering. Exhibits without saucers may not be placed or judged.

5. Pot size is determined by inside measurements. Pot Size Maximum is 14" unless otherwise stated. Oversizecontainers may be disqualified for judging, but left as a complimentary exhibit. Entries which are deemed too heavy orfragile to be moved may not be accepted.

6. Multiple entries may be made in each Class, providing each is a different cultivar, type or color. One specimen percontainer, (natural clumps okay) except as specified (e.g. dish gardens).

7. Flowering plants must be in bloom. Dish gardens must have been planted by and grown by the exhibitor for at least90 days preceding the opening day of the Fair.

8. Incidental bloom on plants grown primarily for foliage is permitted.9. Accessories in single plant Classes are discouraged, as they can distract from the beauty of the plant; however, they

may be used in dish gardens, terrariums and landscapes, where they enhance the scene.10. All Horticulture Entries to Remain Throughout the Fair.

DIVISION 410 - FOLIAGE POTTED PLANTS

CLASS: 1. Aglonema (Chinese Evergreen)2. Aralia3. Asparagus Fern - 12-inch pot limit.4. Chlorophytum (Spider or Airplane Plant)5. Dracaena (Dragon Tree)6. Fern - Any variety.7. Ficus – Not to exceed 24” in height.8. Ivy (Hedera)9. Pelargonium (Geranium) - Fancy leaf or Scented, any variety10. Philodendron or Pothos or Peperomia - Any variety11. Tradescantia - Any ‘wandering jew’ variety12. Colorful or Patterned Foliage not listed above.13. Foliage Plant - Any variety not listed above.14. Foliage Plant in a Novelty Container15. Terrarium or Aerium or Aquarium – with a variety of labeled, growing plants16. Miniature Landscape - A realistic, well-proportioned, small scale garden made of rooted, growing plants in a shallow

container 18" or less across. Accessories such as rock, paths and fencing may be added to complete the illusion of anactual garden in miniature.

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DIVISION 411 - CACTI

CLASS: 1. Astrophytum2. Cereus types - minimum height 6 inches3. Echinocactus - globe shaped barrels4. Echinocereus5. Echinopis or Lobivia – (Hedgehog or Sea Urchin Cactus)6. Ferocactus7. Gymnocalycium8. Mammillaria - single heads only9. Mammillaria - clumps only10. Neochilenia or Neoporteria11. Notocactus12. Opuntia13. Parodia14. Rhipsalis or Ephiphyllum (Mistletoe Cactus or Orchid Cactus)15. Rebutia or Sulcorebutia16. Zygocactus or Schlumbergera (Christmas or Easter Cactus)17. Crested or Monstrose18. Any variety not listed above19. Cactus in a Novelty Container20. Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties of cacti - Container not to exceed 18 inches.

DIVISION 412 - SUCCULENTS & BROMELIADS

CLASS: 1. Aeonium – not to exceed 24" from top of pot2. Agave or Yucca3. Aloe4. Beaucarnea (Nolina) – (Ponytail or Elephant-foot Tree)5. Bromeliad6. Cotyledon or Adromischus7. Crassula - (Jade plants only)8. Crassula – Any other variety9. Crested or Monstrose10. Dudleya or Senecio11. Echeveria12. Euphorbia – Not to exceed 24” in height13. Gasteria14. Haworthia15. Kalanchoe16. Pachyphytum17. Sansevieria (Snakeplant/Mother-in-law’s Tongue)18. Sedum19. Sempervivum20. Any Caudiciform plant – May be any species with swollen caudex – Identify21. Any variety not listed above – Container not to exceed 18 inch diameter22. Succulent in a Novelty Container23. Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties of succulents24. Combination Dish Garden - 5 or more labeled varieties. With both succulents and cactus, Container not to exceed 18"

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DIVISION 413 – FLOWERING HOUSEPLANTS

CLASS: 1. Gesneriad – e.g. African Violet, Streptocarpus, Columnea or Sinningia2. Orchid, indoor-grown3. Any Other Flowering Plant

DIVISION 414 – COLLECTIONS

Each entry must include 3 different varieties, labeled, in 3 containers, no container to exceed 10"

CLASS: 1. Cactus Collection2. Succulent Collection3. Orchid Collection4. Collection of any other type or Genus such as African Violet, Roses, Coleus, Bromeliads, etc.

COORDINATOR: MARIE SAMORA

CUT FLOWERS & CUT ROSES COLLECTIONS & BOUQUETS AWARDS OFFERED AWARDS OFFERED 1st Place $5 1st Place $10 2nd Place $4 2nd Place $7 3rd Place $3 3rd Place $5

Enter each Division/Class desired PLUS once in Division 400 to record fee. $5 Entry Fee per exhibitor covers fees for up to 100 entries in Divisions 420-421B.

RULES: (see also Department Rules) 1. Cut flowers must have been grown by exhibitor.2. Entries should be clean and free of disease, insects, and spray residue. Cleanliness is a judged quality.3. Stem length should be in proportion to size of flower. If flower type grows on stem with leaves, include at least one set

of leaves. Measurement of stem, where specified, is from cut end to tip.4. Exhibitor should list common or variety name on exhibit card and botanical name, if known.5. American Rose Society standards will be used as guidelines in judging roses. Exhibitor must list variety, if known.6. Each specimen may be judged only once. The Supervisor reserves the right to reclassify or move entries. The Fair is

not responsible for cut specimens after the judging. Wilted flowers will be discarded. “Conditioning” flowers as followswill assure maximum longevity: Gather flowers after 4 pm or very early in the morning. Cut most kinds of flowers before they reach full bloom. Split or crush cut ends of woody branches. Re-cut stem underwater and stand entire stem up to the bloom in warm water overnight in a cool place, to

rehydrate after picking. Groom entry and remove only leaves that will be underwater when placed in exhibit vase.

7. Containers will be provided by the Fair. However, if specimen is unusually large, heavy or awkward to display insupplied glass vases, exhibitor should provide plain, sturdy container with name label on bottom.

8. Multiple entries may be made in each Class, except 28 & 58B, providing each is a different cultivar, type, or color.Only one entry per exhibitor in 'Bloom of the Day' Classes.

9. One stem per entry, unless otherwise noted.10 Second judging entries have been reassigned separate numbers in ‘B’ Divisions to make it possible to substitute

flowers that have not bloomed for the entered time period to be shown in the alternate period.

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DON’T FORGET: Enter every Division/Class desired PLUS once in this Division to record fee.

DIVISION 400 - CUT FLOWERS ENTRY FEE CLASS: ALL EXHIBITORS ENTERING CUT FLOWERS & ROSES MUST ALSO ENTER THIS DIVISION. The one $5 fee is good for up to 100 cut flower entries (Divisions 420-421B). ADDITIONALLY, you must also enter each flower class individually. This 400 Division merely guarantees that your cut bloom entry choices will be accepted for competition.

DIVISION 420 - CUT FLOWERS (No Roses)

CLASS: 1. Agapanthus - any color or variety2. Alstroemeria – 2 stems3. Bougainvillea4. Chrysanthemum frutescens (Marguerite) or C. maximum (Shasta Daisy) any variety, specify – 2 stems5. Cosmos - 2 stems6. Dahlia7. Flowering Shrub, any variety not listed (specify), not over 24" from base of stem to tip of branch - 1 branch8. Flowering Vine up to 18" - 1 branch9. Fuchsia – at least 6” stem10. Gerbera (Transvaal Daisy)11. Gladiolus - 1 spike12. Hydrangea13. Iris14. Lilium (Lily), any variety15. Marigold16. Orchid, any variety17. Pelargonium domesticum (Martha Washington or any other type), in bloom with foliage18. Pelargonium hortorum (commonly called geranium), in bloom with foliage19. Peony20. Poppy21. Salvia22. Sunflower23. Zinnia24. Any Annual not listed, same variety any color - 2 stems25. Any Corm, Rhizome or Bulb not listed, (specify)26. Any Biennial or Perennial not listed, (specify)27. Mixed Bouquet - 3 to 7 stems28. Bloom of the Day - Choose the ONE most beautiful bloom in your garden (one per exhibitor).29. Foliage Collection - 5 different foliage specimens, each displayed in separate containers. No flowers.

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DIVISION 421 – CUT ROSES

CLASS: 1. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, white, near white2. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, yellow, yellow blend3. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend4. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, red, red blend5. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, orange pink, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet6. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, Bouquet, same color or assorted - 5 stems.7. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, white, near white, yellow, yellow blend8. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend9. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, red, red blend10. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet11. Single (5 to 11 petals)12. Shrub rose13. Miniature - Individual bloom14. Miniature - Individual blooms, same color or assorted - 3 stems15. Miniature - Spray16. Any not listed above, outdoor grown17. Most fragrant rose18. Rose Bouquet – 5 or more stems, same or assorted varieties

DIVISION 420B - CUT FLOWERS (No Roses)

CLASS: 31. Agapanthus - any color or variety32. Alstroemeria any color – 2 stems33. Bougainvillea34. Chrysanthemum frutescens (Marguerite) or C.maximum (Shasta Daisy) any variety, specify - 2 stems35. Cosmos - any color - 2 stems36. Dahlia37. Flowering Shrub, any variety not listed (specify), not over 24" from base of stem to tip of - 1 branch38. Flowering Vine up to 18" - 1 branch39. Fuchsia – at least 6” stem40. Gerbera (Transvaal Daisy)41. Gladiolus - 1 spike42. Grass – ornamental bloom or seedhead (except pampas grass) - 2 stems43. Hydrangea44. Lilium (Lily)45. Marigold46. Orchid, any variety47. Pelargonium domesticum (Martha Washington or any other type), in bloom with foliage48. Pelargonium hortorum (commonly called geranium), in bloom with foliage49. Peony50. Poppy51. Salvia52. Sunflower53. Zinnia54. Any Annual not listed, same variety any color - 2 stems55. Any Corm, Rhizome or Bulb not listed, (specify)56. Any Biennial or Perennial not listed, (specify)57. Mixed Bouquet - 3 to 7 stems58. Bloom of the Day - Choose the ONE most beautiful bloom in your garden (one per exhibitor).59. Foliage Collection - 5 different foliage specimens, each displayed in separate containers. No flowers.

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Cut Flower Scorecard General Guidelines Only

Each kind of plant or cut specimen exhibits characteristics of bloom and growth pattern affecting how each of the elements are interpreted. The following are general listings to use as a guide.

Cultural Perfection 20 Color & Substance 20 Form, Size & Number of Blooms 20 Condition & Grooming 25 Distinction (Superiority & Difficulty) 10 Correctly Named 5 Total 100

Cut Rose Scorecard General Guidelines Only

Form 20 Color 20 Stem & Foliage 20 Size, Balance & Proportion 20 Substance 15 Correctly Named 5 Total 100

DIVISION 421B – CUT ROSES

CLASS: 31. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, white, near white32. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, yellow, yellow blend33. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend34. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, red, red blend35 H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, orange pink, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet 36. H/T or Grandiflora disbudded, Bouquet, same color or assorted - 5 stems.37. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, white, near white, yellow, yellow blend38. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, pink, pink blend, mauve, mauve blend39. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, red, red blend40. Floribunda or Polyantha, one bloom or spray, apricot blend, orange, orange blend, orange red, russet41. Single (5 to 11 petals)42. Shrub rose43. Miniature - Individual bloom44. Miniature - Individual blooms, same color or assorted - 3 stems45. Miniature – Spray46. Any not listed above, outdoor grown47. Most fragrant rose48. Rose Bouquet – 5 or more stems, same or assorted varieties

Remember: The title following each Class number in these Divisions is only to provide inspiration, thoughts or ideas upon which to develop your design--just hints at possible colors, mood, etc. which may illicit similar or very different interpretations for each designer.

FAIR THEME: Berry Fairy Tales Titles for the Artistic Designs this year suggest a wide variety of Fairy Tale stories, poems and fables which can spark your own interpretive arrangements using plant material in the designs.

COORDINATOR: CHARLOTTE MASSON - 415-337-0694 or Charlottesarrangements@yahoo.com

IMPORTANT: Please notify the Coordinator by the day before judging if you are canceling an entry, so your reserved display space

can be reassigned. Plan to arrive in plenty of time to complete your arrangements within the allotted time. Exhibitors must leave the

building by 9 a.m. (10:00 a.m. on June 12). RULES: (see also Department rules) 1. All entries must be the work of the exhibitor.2. All entries must contain some fresh plant material, unless otherwise specified. Fresh plant material includes cut

flowers, foliage, branches, fruits, vegetables, and succulents. No growing plants are to be used except in pot-et-fleurs.Fresh plant material must not be sprayed, dyed, painted, etc. Dried materials may be treated (i.e., sprayed, waxed,

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painted, dyed, etc.). No fresh plant material is to be used in Dried/Preserved Classes. Fruits and vegetables must not be cut open (except in animal structures). Imitation or artificial plant material (including silk flowers) will not be permitted, unless otherwise specified.

3. All fresh plant material MUST be kept in good condition or premium may be withheld. Refreshing can be done duringany of the times when other exhibits are being received. If you are not able to come in to refresh, you must leave extramaterial, labeled for refreshing by staff.

4. Exhibitor should display a card listing plant materials used (for public information).5. Accessories are permitted in all classes, unless otherwise specified. Please do not use valuable items in display.6. All containers, bases, and accessories should be marked on the bottom with name and phone number of exhibitor.7. Supervisor reserves the right to move arrangements, if necessary.8. Amateur exhibitors of all experience levels are encouraged to enter any unspecified class. However, one Class in each

judging period is reserved for competition in each of two experience levels. Exhibitors in Classes 1&2 should choosethe category designated by the number of blue ribbons he/she has won in any standard show in the Design Classes orwhere he judges his own expertise level to be.NOVICE: One who has won not more than 15 blue ribbonsINTERMEDIATE One who has won 16-25 blue ribbonsADVANCED: One who has won 26-49 blue ribbonsMASTER: One who has won 50 or more blue ribbons

9. Approximate space allowed for Masters is 40", to be filled proportionately, other Classes 32". Pedestal tops are 15"square. Plain background is provided where possible to a maximum height of 30". Exhibitor may furnish individualstanding background, underlayment and/or open frame, if desired.

10. Size stated for Petite arrangements represents maximum in any direction - height, width and depth of entire entry,including base, if used.

11. Exhibition table exhibits will be staged as individual designs on a shared table and are non-functional (not for foodservice). They are shown for design effect only, but MUST contain linens, dishes & a fresh decorative unit.

12. Descriptions of design types given in quotation marks are fully paraphrased from the Handbook for Flower Shows,REV. 2017. Complete descriptions of styles are available from the Supervisor.

13. Titles are meant to suggest or inspire and should not be taken literally.

AWARDS OFFERED

NOVICE/INTERMEDIATE OPEN TO ALL & DRIED DESIGNS AWARDS OFFERED AWARDS OFFERED 1st Place $15 1st Place $25 2nd Place $12 2nd Place $20 3rd Place $10 3rd Place $15

ADVANCED/MASTER SPECIAL EXHIBITS & EVERLASTINGS AWARDS OFFERED AWARDS OFFERED 1st Place $35 1st Place $15 2nd Place $25 2nd Place $12 3rd Place $20 3rd Place $8

PETITE DESIGNS JEWELERY AWARDS OFFERED AWARDS OFFERED 1st Place $12 1st Place $10 2nd Place $10 2nd Place $8 3rd Place $7 3rd Place $7

DIVISION 430 - ARTISTIC DESIGN

CLASS: NOVICE/INTERMEDIATE: 1. KING MIDAS’ GOLD - Designer's choiceADVANCED/MASTERS: 2 I’VE GOT STRINGS (Pinocchio) - Designer's choice OPEN TO ALL: 3. UP THE BEAN STALK – Designer’s choice4. ENCHANTED CASTLE– Designer’s choice5. GRIND, MAGIC MILL – Using two or more innovative techniques to alter natural material. Create new textures by

shredding, weaving or tightly grouping plant material for blocks, bands or mosaics of color. Fresh material may bepainted or glittered in this Class (though usually not allowed).

6. OLD KING COLE – An exhibition style table design using items and materials in a composition to suggest service offood (see rule #11).

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DIVISION 431 - SPECIAL EXHIBITS

CLASS: 1. FAIRY RINGS – An exhibitor-decorated hat, crown or headpiece/circlet appropriately displayed on a stand.2. LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD – A larger-sized Petite Design, over 8" but not more than 12". Designer’s choice of

materials.3. RAPUNZEL - A hanging wall decoration. Create an attractive bouquet to spill from a wall-mounted container supplied

by Fair. Unit supplied consists of a 11" x 15" buff colored pressed metal plaque on which is hung a 6” or 8" clearglass tube. Maximum of 6.

DIVISION 432 – DESIGNS USING DRIED/PRESERVED MATERIALS . . . an opportunity to create design entries well in advance

Dried materials may be painted or dyed. ‘Flower forms’ contrived using natural plant material may be used. To Remain Throughout Fair.

CLASS: 1. THE OAK & THE REEDS – Designer's choice2. ‘OPEN SESAME’ – A ‘Plaque’ or ‘Collage’ consisting of plant material and other component parts attached to a

background panel. Design may be traditional or abstract, in two or three dimensions. Exhibit must be self-supporting or be supplied with an easel for display on a table.

3. UNDER A SPELL - A display of 5 or more coordinated gift packages creatively wrapped and attractively decoratedusing mostly natural plant materials

For Other Everlasting Designs – see Petite Division 434 and Garden Craft Divisions 436 & 437.

DIVISION 434 – PETITE DESIGNS

CLASS: 1. THUMBELINA – Not to exceed 3"2. SEVEN-LEAGUE BOOTS – Over 3" but not more than 5"3. MATTRESS ON TOP (Princess & the Pea) – Over 5" but not more than 8"4. DANCING PRINCESSES – Hanging from supplied 10" x 4" stand 5. MAGIC MIRROR – Exhibition table, under 8"6. CITY MOUSE’S DINNER – Functional table 6" square, 8" round or smaller7. AN EVIL SPELL - An exhibitor-designed small wall or window ornament with stand, constructed & decorated using

dried materials. Maximum 12 inches. To remain throughout Fair.8. PIED PIPER COLORS – (Patterned Planting) An exhibitor-created container planting in which the form and colors of

the individual miniature growing plants and minimal dividing elements are combined into a design to be viewed fromabove as in a quilt, long ago called ‘Victorian carpet bedding.’ Container size should be between 6”-8”. To remainthroughout Fair. (See similar larger design in Division 470 Class 4.) (Also see mini garden scene using preserved materials Division437 Class 5.)

DIVISION 436 – CRAFTED FLORAL JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES

The exhibitor must have created each piece with natural plant material---seeds, nuts, plant fibers, flowers, etc. All design elements must be plant material which may have been dried or preserved. Each entry should be mounted for display on a suitable stand provided by the exhibitor.

CLASS: 1. Necklace2. Earrings3. Pin4. Hair ornament5. Other

DIVISION 437 – EVERLASTING CREATIONS

Exhibitor created decorative items made with natural dried or preserved plant material---moss, seeds, nuts, plant fibers, flowers, etc. Each entry should have a suitable stand for display. Please state size on entry.

CLASS: 1. Pressed flower picture2. Picture or patterned mosaic composed of seeds and/or other dried natural materials3. Two-dimensional design/object using primarily natural materials4. Three-dimensional design/object using primarily natural materials5. Mini Garden Scene – maximum 5-8” in any dimension. Accessories such as rock, fencing, figures, etc. may be used.

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Floral Design Scorecard - Non Specific Design 42 Conformation (includes plant identification) 20 Distinction 16 Artistic Concept 12 Expression (Interpretation of class title) 10 Total 100

DIVISION 440 - ARTISTIC DESIGN

CLASS: NOVICE/INTERMEDIATE: 1. CINDERELLA’S WISH – Designer's choiceADVANCED/MASTERS: 2. DEEP IN THE WOODS – Designer’s choiceOPEN TO ALL: 3. MR. McGREGOR’S GARDEN – Using some edible plants or vegetables in the design4. FIERY DRAGON BREATH – Designer’s choice5. ASK THE MAGIC GOLDEN FISH – Using two or more innovative techniques to alter natural material. Create new

textures by shredding, weaving or tightly grouping plant material for blocks, bands or mosaics of color. Freshmaterial may be painted or glittered in this Class (though usually not allowed).

6. PROUD PEACOCK - An exhibition style table design using items and materials in a composition to suggest service offood (see rule #11).

DIVISION 441 - SPECIAL EXHIBITS

CLASS: 1. GOLDEN GOOSE PARADE – An arranged grouping of 3 or more separate, coordinated units of containers and plant

material arranged to form a single design with or without connecting elements. 2. THE BLUE FAIRY’S PROMISE – A larger sized Petite Design over 8" but not more than 12". Designer’s choice of

materials. 3. JACK & JILL – A hanging wall decoration. Create an attractive bouquet to spill from a wall-mounted container

supplied by Fair. Unit supplied consists of an 11" x 15" buff colored pressed metal plaque on which is hung a 6” or 8" clear glass tube. Maximum of 6.

DIVISION 444 – PETITE DESIGNS

CLASS: 1. SPIN STRAW INTO GOLD – Not to exceed 3"2. GRASSHOPPER IN SUMMER– Over 3", but not more than 5"3. TROLL UNDER THE BRIDGE – Over 5", but not more than 8"4. ENCHANTED SWAN PRINCE – Hanging from supplied 10" x 4" stand5. FAIRY WAND – Exhibition table, not to exceed 8"6. ELVES PICNIC – Functional table setting, 6" square, 8" round, or smaller

AWARDS OFFERED CLASSES 1 & 2 AWARDS OFFERED CLASS 3 1st Place $75 1st Place $25 2nd Place $70 2nd Place $21 3rd Place $60 3rd Place $18

4th Place $15 RULES: (see also Department rules) 1. Full tables in Classes 1 & 2 are considered Club Projects and initial entry is offered to societies or groups, one per

Class per group at first. Individuals may sign up, but are not assured of an entry slot until all entries have been processed. Individuals will be advised after entry close if they should prepare their exhibit. Entries in Classes 1 & 2 are limited to the number of awards offered in each Class. Please notify the Supervisor by four days before judging if you are canceling an entry, so your reserved table may be reassigned.

FULL TABLE DESIGNS

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2. Fair will provide a floor length underskirt on full tables. Skirt will not be considered by the judges as part of design.3. Functional table exhibits (as if for actual service of food) must include tablecloth, dishes, napkins and a fresh

decorative unit. Accessories are permitted, but NO flatware or food. The number of place settings is the designer'schoice, unless specified. Class 3 may use small space proportionally or just one place setting with decorative unitscaled for larger table, if desired.

4. Rules 1-7 in Artistic Design also apply.5. Functional table sizes:

Round table: 48" diameter, 29" highRectangular table: 30" wide, 72" long and 29" highYour Small table: approx. 25-35" across, 29" high

DIVISION 450 - FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS

CLASS: 1. FAIRY QUEEN’S LUNCHEON – 48" round table2 CHANTICLEER’S SONG – Set on a 30" x 72" table. 3. RUN, GINGERBREAD MAN – Supply your own small table or contact Supervisor by June 1 to reserve small round

table.

DIVISION 451 - FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTINGS CLASS: 1. MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY – 48" round2. COUNTRY MOUSE PICNIC– Set on a 30" x 72" table.3. QUEEN OF HEARTS – Supply your own small table or contact Supervisor by June 1 to reserve small round table.

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 460: CLASS 1 DIVISION 460: CLASS 2 1st Place $300 1st Place $250 2nd Place $275 2nd Place $225 3rd Place $250 3rd Place $200 4th Place $225 4th Place $175 5th Place $200 6th Place $175

RULE: (see also Department rules) 1. Division 460 Educational displays, sky gardens, and balcony gardens are considered Club Projects. Entries

acceptance is limited to the number of awards offered per class and to be filled by organizations first, then individuals. Entries judged together. Handout materials add to the educational value, but are not required. Mandatory 20 point deduction will be made for use of deceptive artificial plant material, except exhibitor-created representational art used as an educational model. IMPORTANT: Please notify Department Supervisor by four days before judging if you are cancelling an entry, so that your reserved space can be reassigned.

2. Individuals may sign up, but are not assured of an entry slot until all entries have been processed. Individuals will be advised after entry close if they should prepare an exhibit. 3. Division 464 is open to both adult & youth individuals. Please state age on entry form, if under 18 years of age.

DIVISION 460 – DECORATIVE & INFORMATIONAL DISPLAYS

EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY: Please specify interest area. (Succulents, African Violets, Orchids, Birds etc.) Exhibit must show identified varieties or types, growing techniques, conservation and/or related material of educational value and must receive at least 80 points to receive an award. Approximately 45 to 60 sq. ft. of visual space should be used in display. Eight-foot table without back support in front of plain drape provided. Alternate placement on open floor (4’ x 4’ space) must be reserved in advance with Supervisor. Any solid construction wider than 3’ and taller than 4’ can only be used at an approved location. Organization signs must be of a size in proportion to display and must not be visible during judging. First entries get preferred placement.

Limit of 6.

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DIVISON 460: CLASS 3 1st Place $200 2nd Place $175 3rd Place $150 4th Place $125 5th Place $100

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BALCONY GARDEN: Decorate a 5’ x 8’ space to grow, enjoy and beautifully display coordinated containerized plantings. Plant stands, seating, and accessories may be used. Plant material should be correctly identified. Balcony railing will be provided. Limit of 4.

SKY GARDEN: A single innovative vertical unit at least 5’ tall with plants held at several levels to maximize growing space in a small footprint while providing at least three square feet of planted growing surface (comparable to top area of soil in nine 8 inch or three 14 inch pots). Growing pockets, hangers, etc. may be used. Plant material should be correctly identified. Maximum 4’ x 4’ space on floor will be reserved for each display. Limit of 5.

CLASS: 1. Educational Display2. Balcony Garden3. Sky Garden

DIVISION 464 – INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITOR EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY

An educational display of several related plants, growing techniques, practices or area of horticultural interest. Both general design of the exhibit and useful signage is important. Area 2 ½ - 3 feet square on table will be reserved for each entry. Though a minimum standard must be met, this contest is open to both adults and youth. Please state age on entry form, if exhibitor is under 18. AWARDS OFFERED 1st Place $75 2nd Place $60 3rd Place $50

CLASS: 1. Individual Educational Display

ALSO SEE: Additional crafted jewelry & dried flower entries are listed within artistic design section. (Div 434 & 437) Crafts made specifically from agricultural materials are listed in the Agriculture Department pages.

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 470 1st Place $30 2nd Place $25 3rd Place $20

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISIONS 473 & 474 1st Place $25 2nd Place $20 3rd Place $15

DIVISION 470 - DECORATIVE SMALL CONTAINER GARDENS

CLASS: 1. FANTASY, FAIRY, or DREAM GARDEN – A portable, containerized garden scene (open or closed) planted with small-

scale, living plants and decorated with fences, trellis, paving and/or structures making it appear to be a real garden in miniature. Satisfy your desire for a Victorian arbor, putting green or jungle tree house, but on a small scale. Due to the delicate nature of the plant material, there is no requirement that all of the plants have been growing in place for any length of time, though the display should have a settled appearance. Have fun and indulge the landscape designer in you. Maximum size for stability and portability is about 2’ x 2’ (similar to a seedling flat).

2. COMBINATION PLANTING– A single container creatively designed for maximum show with a variety of compatible plantssuitable for indoor or outdoor display. Use differing leaf shapes, colors and flower forms to mimic the popular large mixed planting outdoor containers. Suggested container size is 10-16” diameter inside measurement.

3. LIVING ART PLANTING – Exhibitor-created wreath, plaque, frame, globe or similar form attractively planted with avariety of coordinated, rooted, growing plants. Other elements may be added, but living materials should predominate. Entry should be provided with a sturdy wire loop for hanging or display stand for non-hanging design.

4. PATTERNED PLANTING – An exhibitor-created container planting in which the form and colors of the many individualplants are combined into a design as in a quilt, long ago called ‘Victorian carpet bedding’. Ground-hugging and small- scale succulents work very well to form distinct patterns; but, any plant type may be used. Exhibit will be viewed from above to show the full effect of the pattern, rather than the individual plant forms. Shallow container size should be between 18”-24” across. (Also, see similar miniature design in Division 434 Class 8.)

GARDEN CRAFT

Special Exhibits Scorecard

Condition & Coordination 30 Conformance & Presentation 20 Craftsmanship 20 Creativity (Information presentation in Class #1) 20 Educational Information 10 TOTAL 100

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DIVISION 473 – DO-AHEAD GARDEN ART

CLASS: 1. FLOWERPOT CREATIONS – Exhibitor-constructed and decorated human or animal figure or recognizable object

assembled from standard flowerpots and decorated with paints & fresh or preserved natural plant materials—e.g.animals using small pots as legs & ears, ladies with full skirts, or buildings/structures. This is a perfect year for elvesand storybook animals. Use your imagination.

2. ‘GARDEN FRIEND’ HOUSING – Build/decorate a usable bird, bat or butterfly house, native bee nesting block, wildlifefeeder or watering station. While attractiveness is important, judging will also be based on accurate sizing &materials for the purpose intended. Animals often prefer shelter that blends with their surroundings, while humansappreciate a ‘cute’ touch in the garden. Either approach for your entry is fine. State on entry form the total size &whether freestanding or hanging. (See also Youth group project in Division 495)

DIVISION 474 – DO-AHEAD GARDEN DESCRIPTION

CLASS: 1. MY GARDEN PLAN – A display illustrating an exhibitor-designed small garden, including drawings or photos of the

‘look’ of the garden and a sketch showing position of features, locations & names of plants with any sun/windorientation & site conditions that affect your choice of plantings. Elements should be mounted together (approx.20”x30”) and arranged for hanging or self-standing. Judging will be based on the overall design and appropriatechoice/use of the plant material.NOTE: This may be an actual garden or one only imagined and devised by the exhibitor.

2. MY HERBARIUM – An exhibitor-prepared pressed herbarium of at least ten individual plant specimens or similarcollection of various leaves or seeds, suitably mounted, identified and prepared for exhibit in folder, as a book or withsheet protectors in a notebook. Each mounted plant specimen should show the entire plant as needed foridentification. Whether using a formal press or heavily-weighted book, the age-old technique of flat, dry preservationis still scientifically important. A project guide for children at https://theherbalacademy.com/herbarium-project-for-children/ and other simple methods for this project (as well as a more complex procedures used for special scientificvalue) can be found online.

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NO ENTRY FEE for individual youth in these Divisions. These categories are suitable for individual entry. If done in school or youth group, they may be delivered to Fair together; but items should be entered & identified separately and have been made and, if necessary, cared for by the entered exhibitor. Divisions 464-474 are also open to youth exhibitors without loss of youth status in other Fair Departments.

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISIONS 490 - 493 Ribbons only

RULES: 1. Competition is open to all youth under 16 years of age. Membership in 4-H, garden clubs, FFA or any other youth

organization is NOT required. 2. Exhibitors must state age at time of Fair opening on entry. Signature of parent or legal guardian is required on each

form. 3. Department and similar adult section rules also apply, unless otherwise stated.4. Horticulture entries must have been grown by the exhibitor for at least 60 days prior to the Fair opening, and should

have been planted in its present container by the exhibitor.5. All design entries must have been made by the Youth Exhibitor within one year of the opening date of the Fair, and

kept looking fresh while on exhibit. Arrangements may use purchased materials. Animal structures (Class 2) may beconstructed of whole and/or parts of vegetable/plant material with wire, toothpick, etc. as fastenings.

6. The Danish system of judging will be used in this section, unless otherwise stated. This method scores each entryindividually on its own merit, rather than in direct comparison with other entries.

DIVISION 490 – POTTED PLANTS

CLASS: 1. Flowering plant2. Leafy plant or herb3. Plant grown from food product - avocado, pineapple, sweet potato, etc.4. Cactus or succulent – name variety, if known5. Dish Garden or Terrarium - 3 or more varieties of plants grown together - Container not to exceed 18" in diameter.6. Miniature garden – a landscape of proportionally small-scale rooted, growing plants in a shallow container 18" or less

across. Accessories such as rocks, paths, and fencing may be added to complete the illusion.

YOUTH FLORAL DESIGNS Fresh plant material includes cut flowers, foliage, branches, fruits, vegetables, and succulents. Fresh plant material must not be sprayed, dyed or painted; though dried materials may be so treated, often to advantage. Imitation or artificial plant material (including silk flowers) is not permitted. Fruits and vegetables may be cut open and secured with toothpicks, wire, etc. to construct animal forms. Divisions 491 & 493 must have at least some fresh components (though all need not be fresh).

DIVISION 491 - ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENTS

CLASS: 1. FRESH FLORAL DESIGN - A design of any size suitable for table display using exhibitor’s choice of plant material, with

or without accessories 2. VEGGIE ANIMAL - An animal form constructed from fruits, vegetables & plant parts

DIVISION 492 - DRIED ONLY DESIGNS

Natural, dried materials may be dyed or painted for color and may include exhibitor-constructed flower forms made of natural plant materials. Can be made weeks before Fair. No fresh plant material, please. To remain throughout Fair.

CLASS: 1. DRIED FLORAL DESIGN – Arrangement larger than 8 inches using exhibitor choice of plant material.2. ANIMAL FORM – An animal or human figure created from dried plant material (e.g. nuts, cones, stems, leaves, fibers).3. DRIED MINIATURE DESIGN - An arrangement using dried materials, not to exceed 5”

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DIVISION 493 - ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENTS

CLASS: 1. FRESH FLORAL DESIGN - Arrangement of any size suitable for table display using exhibitor choice of plant material2. VEGGIE ANIMAL - A constructed form made to look like an animal using fruits, vegetables & plant parts

These are educational categories suitable for classroom, scout, 4-H or youth group, each entry being one coordinated display to be judged as a unit. The focus is to bring information learned in the classroom to a public display. Exhibit may be individual items made by each student which are shown together or items and signage made cooperatively as a group. Exhibit should include labels and easy to read information on what was learned and/or the process used. Area 2½ x 4 feet on table will be reserved for each entry (notify Supervisor if 4 foot square space on floor preferred). (Items to be judged individually should only be entered in previously listed individual Divisions 490-493.)

RULES: 1. Competition is open to groups of six or more individuals 5-14 years of age.2. Exhibitors’ ages at time of Fair must be stated on entry. Signature of adult coordinator is required on each form.3. Department, adult, and previous youth section rules apply where applicable.

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 494 AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 495 1st Place $150 1st Place $75 2nd Place $140 2nd Place $60 3rd Place $130 3rd Place $50 4th Place $115 4th Place $40 5th Place $110 6th Place $100

DIVISION 494 – YOUTH GROUP PROJECTS

CLASS: 1. Growth or characteristics of plants2. Propagation & plant health3. Role of plants (general or a specific kind) in the ecosystem4. Decorative, useful or artistic use of natural plant materials This might be collage pictures or animal statues made of

dried leaves, pod & cones, twig baskets, pressed flower art, fabric decorated through ‘flower-pounding’, etc.

DIVISION 495 – YOUTH GROUP- CONSTRUCTIONS FOR WILDLIFE

A collection of bird, bat or butterfly houses, native bee nesting blocks, wildlife feeders and/or watering stations made and/or decorated by a group of youth with brief description of type of animal being attracted & use it will make of the items. An area 2½ x 4 feet on table will be reserved unless Supervisor is notified to reserve larger area or alternate hanging location by one week before placement. While attractiveness is important, judging will also be based on accurate sizing & materials for the purpose intended. Animals often prefer shelters of natural materials that blends with their surroundings, though humans appreciate a ‘cute’ touch in the garden. Either approach for your entry is fine.

CLASS: 1. ‘Garden Helper Housing’ Collection

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Open to San Mateo County Public Elementary and Middle School Classes Entries must be submitted under the name of the School and Classroom number or Teacher Name for each entry. Entries are limited to two entries per classroom. See Also: last pages of each of Agriculture & Garden Landscape Departments for other school-appropriate entries.

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 496 AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 497 1st Place $150 1st Place $50 2nd Place $125 2nd Place $40 3rd Place $100 3rd Place $30 4th Place $75 4th Place $25

DIVISION 496 – LARGE CONTAINER SCHOOL FLOWER GARDENS

One large or a well-integrated collection of several containers attractively using approximately 4-12 square feet of growing surface. Suitable containers might be large flowerpots, 5 gallon nursery cans, barrels, or a free-standing vertical structure. Each display will be staged within a 4’x4’ area on the floor; so, exhibitor should provide stand(s) and saucers, if needed. Foliage plants may be used; but, grouping should also contain at least 3 varieties of blooming plants. Plants should have been grown for at least three months to form a full, mature display. American system will be used in judging.

CLASS: 1. Large Container Garden

DIVISION 497 – SMALL CONTAINER DECORATIVE SCHOOL GARDENS

GARDEN IN A POT- An attractive, mature grouping of at least three kinds of plants growing in a 10-12” container. Use variation in leaf color, shape & texture to make the composition interesting. Blooms are optional.

FANTASY GARDEN - A garden scene using growing plants and student-constructed ornaments/furniture to form an attractive site suitable for fairies, gnomes, etc. in a 10 – 18” container. Any figures or ornaments used should be securely fastened.

CLASS: 1. Garden in a Pot - Elementary Division (grades K-5)2. Fantasy Garden – Elementary Division (grades K-5)3. Garden in a Pot - Middle School Division (grades 6-8)4. Fantasy Garden – Middle School Division (grades 6-8)

AWARDS OFFERED DIVISION 480 1st Place $50 2nd Place $40 3rd Place $30 4th Place $25

DIVISION 480 – FAIR-THEMED FAIRY GARDEN CONTEST

CLASS: 1. MY ‘BERRY FAIRY TALE’ FAIRY GARDENCreate your own containerized garden scene in an open or closed container depicting a favorite fairy tale. Small-scale constructed elements like buildings, bridges or figures may be purchased or hand-made. At least three varieties of well-rooted, growing plants must be used to form an established landscape scene, previously or recently planted. (No artificial plants, please.) Figures and tiny accessories should be wired or well-secured to insure stability. Maximum container size for weight and ease of transport is about 2’ x 2’.

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FAIR THEME CRAFT CONTEST