2027 Artistic Classes

In the Artistic Classes, exhibitors compete for a coveted blue ribbon in entry categories such as Arrangements, Botanical Arts (formerly Jewelry), Photography, and Pressed Plants. Show off your skills with the perfect blend of art and gardening.

Complete rules are available in the 2027 Exhibitor’s Guide below. Registration for all Artistic Classes is currently open.

Read our Exhibitor’s Guide

Arrangement Classes

The Arrangement Classes celebrate incredible floral design from classic to contemporary.  Each Class is limited for 4 entries. Registration for the Arrangement Classes is open.

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Read our 2027 Arrangement Staging Packet

Arrangement Classes Schedule

Friday, March 12 – Monday, March 15

• 100-OP—Open Platform: READY FOR THE RUNWAY
  • A garment made primarily of plant material, displayed on a dress form provided by PHS. Fresh plant material should predominate. Dried plant material is allowed. Some fabric or other mechanics may show if they are an integral part of the design. No accessories are permitted unless they are a part of the dress.
• 101-Q—Quadrant: Apple Pie
  • A design incorporating at least one uncut apple and/or dried apple slices.
    • Sustainability Challenge: Traditional floral foam is not permitted.
• 102-S—Small Niche: BRUSH STROKES
  • An arrangement using only dried plant material.
• 116-BP—Backed Platform: LIGHTS, CAMERA, FLOWERS
  • Interpret a well-known movie from any genre; no duplicates.
• 125-G—Galleria: REVOLUTIONS IN ART
  • A design using a large horizontal hanging frame provided at the Show. Name the artistic movement; no duplicates.
• 129-LP—Large Backed Pedestal: SHOCK VALUE
  • A design using dried plant material only, in a table-top standing frame provided by PHS in January.
• 119-M—Miniature Arrangement: ALL THAT JAZZ
• 120-M—Miniature Arrangement: A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY
  • Component Challenge Class. Components and rules will be provided by PHS in January. Note: Only one exhibitor per entry; no co-exhibitors are permitted in this class.
• 121-M—Miniature Arrangement: ROCK AND ROLL

Tuesday, March 16 – Sunday, March 21

• 122-M—Miniature Arrangement: SYMMETRY
  • Novice Class. Open only to exhibitors who have not won a blue ribbon in the Miniature Arrangement classes of the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show prior to 2027.
• 123-M—Miniature Arrangement: CHANGING GEARS
• 124-M—Miniature Arrangement: THE NEXT TURN

Tuesday, March 16 – Thursday, March 18

• 103-OP—Open Platform: GOOD WITCH/BAD WITCH
  • A duo design displayed in a single container or joined containers that presents two distinctly different back-to-back designs. Use of PHS pedestals is optional.
• 104-Q—Quadrant: LEAF IT ALONE
  • An arrangement using only foliage; no flowers.
• 105-S—Small Niche: SCHOOL DAYS
  • Novice Class. Open only to exhibitors who have not won a blue ribbon in the Arrangement classes of the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show prior to 2027.
• 117-BP—Backed Pedestal: THIS LAND IS MY LAND
  • Name the U.S. National Park; no duplicates.
    • Sustainability Challenge: Traditional floral foam is not permitted.
• 126-G—Galleria: ART IN BLOOM
  • A design interpreting a poster of a well-known masterpiece provided by PHS.
• 130-LP—Large Backed Pedestal: I LOVE A PARADE
  • A parallel design where components are placed in distinct, parallel groupings (vertically, horizontally, or diagonally).

Friday, March 19 – Sunday, March 21

• 108-OP—Open Platform: GREAT CIVILIZATIONS
  • Name the civilization; no duplicates. Use of PHS pedestals is optional.
• 109-Q—Quadrant: OFF TO THE RACES
  • A hat inspired by a derby race. A hat form will be provided by PHS beginning in January.
• 110-S—Small Niche: LET’S DANCE
• 118-BP—Backed Pedestal: IF YOU BUILD IT
  • Interpret an architectural style. Name the style; no duplicates.
• 127-G—Galleria: AMERICAN ROAD TRIP
  • Name the location; no duplicates.
• 131-LP—Large Backed Pedestal: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, PHS
  • An “exhibition table” incorporating dining components artistically arranged without considering the service of food. The exhibit must include a completed floral design.
    • Sustainability Challenge: Traditional floral foam is not permitted.

Botanical Arts

Botanical Arts classes feature authentic-looking jewelry and accessory designs created from dried plant material. Entries must appear to be wearable and/or functional. There are four categories of Botanical Arts.

Botanical Arts Classes are now full. You may register to be added to the waitlist.

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Pressed Plants

In the Pressed Plant Classes, exhibitors transform pressed plant material into stunning works of art.  Registration for the Pressed Plant Classes is open.

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• 142—WHAT ARE YOU WEARING? Showcase an iconic era in fashion. A framed piece. Limited to 15 entries. See age and frame restrictions below.
• 143—BOXED BOTANY. 3-Dimensional Class. Design a seed storage box that includes the name of your favorite seed. No smaller than 6″ x 8″; no larger than 12″ on any side. To be staged with the lid closed. All sides and top must be completely covered in flat pressed plant material.  To be displayed on a pedestal. Limited to 8 entries. See age restrictions below.
• 144—ZEN & TRANQUIL GARDEN. Unwind in a minimalist or peaceful garden for meditation. A framed piece. Limited to 15 entries. See age and frame restrictions below.
• 145—WHERE THE PATH STILL LINGERS. Novice Class. Evoke a sense of hidden magic, mystery, and blooming wonder along a walking path. Open only to exhibitors who have not won a blue ribbon in the Pressed Plant classes at the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show prior to 2027. A framed piece. Limited to 15 entries. See age and frame restrictions below.
• 146—MAJESTIC BRANCHES. Youth Class. Create your interpretation of a tree or trees. Can include any part of a tree and does not have to be realistic. Let your imagination run wild! New: This class is for youths in Grades 7-12. A framed piece that is any size frame 8″ x 10″ or smaller, with exterior molding not exceeding 9.5″ x 11.5″. Limited to 55 entries. See below for new details and deadlines.

Photography

Grab your camera and start capturing the beauty of the season today. Your blue ribbon moment starts now! All entries in the Photography Classes are juried.

Thank you for your interest in our 2027 Photography Classes. They are now closed. Join our mailing list to get notified when we announce our 2028 Photography Classes.