Further information, definitions, etc may be found variously at the end of a section, at the end of this page, or by clicking link through to another page, such as Show Rules.
You do not have to be a member of Biggin Hill & District Horticultural Society in order to exhibit at our shows.
Exhibition Classes Summer Show are divided into sections and numbered as follows –
Horticultural Section
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Show Rule 2a
Please see Advice for Exhibitors for further clarification
Recipes for domestic classes are at the end
Rose Classes. Old definitions of roses have been used
- One T. or large flower rose.
- Three T. or large flower roses, one container, one cultivar.
- Three H.T. or large flower roses, one container, three cultivars.
- Five T. or large flower roses, one container, one or more cultivars.
- Ten T. or large flower roses, two containers of five roses (each to contain a different cultivar).
- Six blooms, in any container, one or more
- Three sprays miniature roses, one container, one or more
- One spray of polyantha
8a) One spray of floribunda or cluster flower roses.
- One container polyantha roses, three sprays, one or more
9a) One container floribunda or cluster flower roses, three sprays, one or more cultivars
- Bowl of twelve T. or large flower roses, one or more cultivars. Space allowed 24” (610mm).
- Most fragrant
- A miniature rose , grown and exhibited in a Pot not to exceed 7” (178mm).
- Three T. or large flower roses, one cultivar, three stage blooms, one bud, one perfect, one full. To be staged in three containers.
- Indoor grown flowering pot Pot not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- Indoor grown foliage pot Pot not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- Six stems of Sweet
- Five
- Five
- Delphinium – one
- One container of annuals (not provided for in this section), or flowers treated as such, g. bedding plants, one kind, one or more cultivars. Minimum six stems.
- One container of perennials (not provided for in this section), or flowers treated as such, one kind, one or more cultivars. Minimum six stems.
- One container of Sweet Peas – twelve
- One container of Sweet Peas – seven
- Two containers of Sweet Peas – seven stems in each container, different
- A frontal arrangement of roses, one or more cultivars, any kind, any Space allowed 24” (610mm).
- Bowl of Sweet Peas, any Bowl size up to 8” (203mm) diameter.
- One African
- One
- One pot of cactus or
- Outdoor flowering pot plant, not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- Outdoor foliage pot plant, not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- Fuchsia – pot not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- ¼ or ½ standard fuchsia (¼ = 10“- 18” , ½ = 18” – 30”).
- Three Lilies, any variety, in a
- A container of pinks, one or more
- Flowering Pelargonium (geranium). Pot not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- Hanging basket – Max 24” (610mm). (Any type of basket may be used).
- One Orchid – pot not to exceed 9” (229mm).
- Unusual planted container – Max 16” (406mm).
- Unusual plant in
- A branch from a shrub in own container.
Vegetables (Open)
- Four potatoes, one
- Six broad
- Six dwarf
- Six pods of
- One cabbage to be staged with approximately 3” (76mm)
- One cauliflower to be staged with approximately 3”(76mm)
- One
- Calabrese, three
- Three beetroot, tops shortened to approximately 3” (76mm).
- Salad Three salad vegetables (fresh) – one of each kind.
- Any other vegetable (e.g. rhubarb).
FRUIT SECTION
Class
- Plate of 12 raspberries shown with calyx and stalks.
- Plate of 12 gooseberries shown with stalks.
- Plate of 12 strawberries shown with calyx and stalks.
- Plate of blackcurrants shown with stalks.
- Plate of redcurrants shown with stalks.
- Plate of 12 tayberries shown with calyx and stalks.
- Plate of any other fruit
NB: Plate not to exceed 200mm (8”) in diameter.
FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Show Rule 5F
Class
- Down at the seaside.
- Sports theme centre piece.
DOMESTIC SECTION
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Show Rule 2b
Class
- A jar of
- 6 Parmesan Chips – See recipe Page
- Individual berry crumble.
- 3 Sultana scones.
- 3 Chocolate chip cookies.
- Victoria sandwich.
HANDICRAFT SECTION
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Show Rule 2b
Class
- An item of handmade jewellery using recycled items.
- Crochet bunch of flowers.
- Cross stitch from a kit.
- Macrame item.
- Upcycled picture frame.
- A painting in oil – not to exceed 16 inches (41cm).
74a) A painting in watercolour – not to exceed 16 inches (41cm).
74b) A picture in a medium other than as described in classes 74 and 74a
- Any handicraft in wood, metal, clay or any other medium – maker’s own design.
PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Schedule Note 2 relating to age groups
Class
- A gate.
- Happy group.
RULES
- The competition is only open to amateur
- Entries no larger than A4
- Only prints may be They must not be mounted.
- All entries in the Photographic Competition must be the exhibitor’s own
BEGINNERS SECTION
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Schedule Note 3 relating to age groups
Exhibits to be staged in a container where applicable.
Class
- One
- Five violas or
- Unusual planted container – Max 16” (406mm).
- Unusual plant in
- A branch from a shrub in own
- One pot cactus or succulent.
CHILDRENS SECTION
Exhibitor’s attention is drawn to Schedule Note 4 relating to age groups
Class
- Boat or house made from cardboard & decorated – Size approx 12”/30cm.
- Painted or drawn picture of your pet.
- Broad bean (grown in a jam jar).
Further Advice and Definitions
RECIPES FOR DOMESTIC CLASSES
Parmesan Chips
ingredients
100g Parmesan Cheese
Method
- Preheat oven to 200ºC/180 ºC fan/400 F/gas mark 6.
- Line two baking sheets with baking parchment or non-stick liner.
- Finely grate the parmesan cheese.
- Place spoonfuls of cheese well-spaced on baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake in the centre of the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool and store in an airtight container until required.
If you have any questions about the Exhibition Classes Spring Show do please get in touch as we appreciate it can feel a bit daunting when you’re new (we’ve all been there!)
We want you to enjoy exhibiting at the Biggin Hill Flower Shows, no question is “silly”.
For how to join the Gardening Club, please drop us an email or come along to one of our events.
Biggin Hill Horticultural Society Growing Gardens and Friendships