Design a garden that has distinct historical elements but is designed for the future. Must include at least one sustainability element. Staged in an area 12′x 16′x 1′ deep. Exhibitors are permitted to add outdoor containers, pavers, furniture, and other accessories. Fresh-cut flowers and uncut fruits and vegetables are permitted. A plant list is required, and all rooted plants must be labeled. 

Limited to 4 entries

 Subsidy: $2,000

Design an inviting backyard entrance in a space 12′ wide X 8′ deep with a 10'-high wall. Must include one design element constructed out of recycled/repurposed materials. Exhibitors must supply a door and trim (if desired) as well as a way to enter the door (if desired: steps, ramp). Window(s) (limited to two per entry), shutters, window box, or any other decorative elements are optional and must be supplied by the exhibitor. No roof construction is permitted. Exhibitors are permitted to add outdoor containers, pavers, and furniture. A plant list is required, and all rooted plants must be labeled.

Limited to 4 entries

Subsidy: $1,500

Spectral—Youth Class. One color must predominate. No duplicate colors are permitted. Friday – Wednesday.

Street Serenade—Novice Class. Name the neighborhood and city where the lamp post and window box are located. No duplicate themes are permitted. Wednesday – Sunday.

Window boxes are 30″ long, 6″ wide, and 5½″ deep. The lamp post has a bracket for a hanging basket. Exhibitors will create a themed hanging container that is inspired by the art style in the title. Hanging container must include at least one rooted plant. The hanging container should not exceed 18″ in diameter or 30″ in length. To be viewed from three sides. A plant list is required, and all plants must be rooted.  (Plastic window box liners will be provided).

Limited to 4 entries

Subsidy: $150

Design a small garden that incorporates a bog garden area. Dimensions are 4′ x 4′ x 18″ deep (box.) The exhibit may not exceed 8′ tall. Accessories are permitted. A plant list is required.

Limited to 4 entries

Subsidy: $400

Design a setting inspired by a movie. Name the movie. No duplicates are permitted. You must use at least 8 live plants. Scale: one inch equals one foot. These classes will be juried.

Limited to 6 entries in each class

Subsidy: $400

Design a shop on an iconic avenue. Name the avenue. No duplicates are permitted. Store Window to be staged on a platform 10′ 4″ x 6′, 18″ above floor. Windows are 9′ 6″ wide by 5′10″ high, 26″ above the floor. The interior walls are 8′ high; exterior walls are 10′ high. The store type or display product must be named in the intent; no duplicates are permitted. The exhibit must contain fresh-cut flowers. Dried plant material, dried treated plant material, and accessories are permitted.

Limited to 4 entries

Subsidy: $750

A table set for two historic/celebrity or personalities to meet for the first time. Name the people. No duplicates are permitted. A design for a table with two place settings. An arrangement of fresh-cut plant material must predominate and may include fruits or vegetables, dried treated plant material, or treated dried plant material. Seating is permitted. Accessories are permitted with the approval of the Committee. To be staged on an 8′ x 10′ platform, 4” high, in an open area (no walls). No construction is permitted.

Limited to 4 entries

Subsidy: $750