Mini Flower Show Competitions

Mar 15

The London Horticultural Society (LHS) has five mini flower shows per year for members to compete in. The shows were held in the months of April, May, September, October, and November.

The prize at the end of the year is the Calvert Award for the most points accumulated in the mini shows. It is a monetary gift.

What is the Calvert Award?

In June of 1991, the LHS was pleased to receive a gift of $500 from Mrs. Helen Jones. The annual interest is used as an award in memory of Helen’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Calvert. Both Luta and J. F. were long-time active members of the LHS. Their beautiful garden attracted visitors from all across London.

An award is presented annually to the member who accumulates the most points in all flower shows. The first award was presented at the 1993 annual meeting for points accumulated during 1992.

Flower Show Rules and Guidelines

· Bring your own container.

· One entry per class.

· Cut flowers, herbs, and vegetables must be grown by the exhibitor, who must be a member of the London Horticultural Society.

· Each stem or bloom(s) should be of show quality and properly conditioned.

· Name each specimen in the horticultural classes with the common name and, if possible, the botanical name.

· For floral designs, use plant material from your own garden; purchased plant material may also be used.

· Fill out an entry card with the class name and exhibitor’s name and place it with each exhibit.

· A qualified OHA or GCO judge will judge the show and provide comments.

Judging and Design Information

Members interested in exhibiting are encouraged to purchase the OJES 2019 Updated Copy (Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards). This guide includes information on organizing shows, preparing and conditioning plant material, and judging specific plants.

Elements of Design

· Space

· Line

· Form

· Pattern

· Texture

· Colour

Principles of Design

· Balance

· Rhythm

· Proportion

· Scale

· Contrast

· Dominance

Nadine Weedmark