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2013 Newport Flower Show | 1 Dear Friends, The Newport Flower Show is pleased to celebrate its 18th year as America’s premier summer flower show, held on the historic grounds of Rosecliff. This year’s theme, Jade-Eastern Obsessions, will take visitors on an exotic tour of Far Eastern traditions and beauty. Jade, the imperial gemstone (valued as highly as gold and available in a rainbow of colors), is the perfect symbol for the 2013 Newport Flower Show. Exhibits will immerse you into cultures as varied and beautiful as the liquid forms of carved jade. It’s easy to understand why so many elements from these storied lands became Eastern Obsessions! Joining us will be the inspirational floral designer Hitomi Gilliam who will share her masterful skills of the latest techniques and designs. As always, our Horticultural Division aspires to engage gardeners at all levels with opportunities to share their obsessions. East will meet west when notable American Landscape Architect, Harriet Henderson, shares her expertise and experiences throughout the Far East and explains how Western gardens have been influenced. Our Photography Division will provoke visitors with mysterious and haunting images from amateur photographers around the world. The Children’s Division will transport the youngest gardeners and designers to the exotic East where they too, can revel in Eastern Obsessions. The expansive front lawn of Rosecliff will lure visitors through an iconic Moon Gate into gardens filled with “Zen-full” inspirations. As always, shopping at the Oceanside Boutiques and the Gardener’s Marketplace are a much anticipated Newport tradition. The Opening Night Party will launch the summer season in Newport with a cocktail buffet, live music, a seaside supper and other surprises. Our presenting sponsor, Bartlett Tree Experts has been a long and valued friend of The Newport Flower Show. Not only do they carefully tend the 88 acres of the Preservation Society’s landscapes and gardens, but it is because of their support that all monies raised through The Newport Flower Show are dedicated to the ongoing restora- tion and maintenance of the Preservation Society’s grounds. On behalf of our talented exhibitors, tireless volunteers, wonderful vendors and valued sponsors, we invite you to Newport the weekend of June 21-23, 2013, as we all share our obsession for Jade at the 2013 Newport Flower Show. Patricia Hamilton Fernandez Candace Morgenstern Jocelyn Sherman Co-Chair Co-Chair Co-Chair P.S. There can be nothing more lovely than experiencing our Gardens of the East on the lawns of Rosecliff by moonlight. Optimize your Opening Night Party experience by signing up for the Enchanted Evening Rose package featuring a luxurious supper in a most unique setting.

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Dear Friends,

The Newport Flower Show is pleased to celebrate its 18th year as America’s premiersummer flower show, held on the historic grounds of Rosecliff. This year’s theme, Jade-Eastern Obsessions, will take visitors on an exotic tour of Far Eastern traditionsand beauty. Jade, the imperial gemstone (valued as highly as gold and available in arainbow of colors), is the perfect symbol for the 2013 Newport Flower Show. Exhibitswill immerse you into cultures as varied and beautiful as the liquid forms of carved jade.It’s easy to understand why so many elements from these storied lands became EasternObsessions!

Joining us will be the inspirational floral designer Hitomi Gilliam who will share her masterful skills of the latest techniques and designs. As always, our Horticultural Division aspires to engage gardeners at all levels with opportunities to share their obsessions. East will meet west when notable American Landscape Architect, HarrietHenderson, shares her expertise and experiences throughout the Far East and explainshow Western gardens have been influenced. Our Photography Division will provokevisitors with mysterious and haunting images from amateur photographers around theworld. The Children’s Division will transport the youngest gardeners and designers tothe exotic East where they too, can revel in Eastern Obsessions.

The expansive front lawn of Rosecliff will lure visitors through an iconic Moon Gateinto gardens filled with “Zen-full” inspirations. As always, shopping at the OceansideBoutiques and the Gardener’s Marketplace are a much anticipated Newport tradition.The Opening Night Party will launch the summer season in Newport with a cocktailbuffet, live music, a seaside supper and other surprises.

Our presenting sponsor, Bartlett Tree Experts has been a long and valued friend of The Newport Flower Show. Not only do they carefully tend the 88 acres of the Preservation Society’s landscapes and gardens, but it is because of their support that allmonies raised through The Newport Flower Show are dedicated to the ongoing restora-tion and maintenance of the Preservation Society’s grounds.

On behalf of our talented exhibitors, tireless volunteers, wonderful vendors and valued sponsors, we invite you to Newport the weekend of June 21-23, 2013, as we allshare our obsession for Jade at the 2013 Newport Flower Show.

Patricia Hamilton Fernandez Candace Morgenstern Jocelyn ShermanCo-Chair Co-Chair Co-Chair

P.S. There can be nothing more lovely than experiencing our Gardens of the East on thelawns of Rosecliff by moonlight. Optimize your Opening Night Party experience bysigning up for the Enchanted Evening Rose package featuring a luxurious supper in amost unique setting.

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CONTENTS

Awards – Newport Flower Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 52

Children’s Education Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 48

Design Division – Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14

Design Division – Entry Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19

Design Division – Rules and Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11

Directions to Show and Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 56

Horticulture Division – Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 25

Horticulture Division – Entry Card (Sample). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 38

Horticulture Division – Entry Rules and Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 23

Horticulture Division – Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 39

Horticulture Division – Photo Key Card (Sample) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 38

Photography Division – Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 46

Photography Division – Pre-Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 47

Photography Division – Rules and Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 43

Special Events and Ticket Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Ticket Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

PRODUCED BY

The Preservation Society of Newport County

Donald O. Ross, Chairman of the Board of Trustees

Trudy Coxe, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director

Philip F. Pelletier, Director of Special Events

Beverly A. Ware, Special Events Manager

WEBSITE: www.NewportFlowerShow.org

EMAIL: [email protected]

TEL: (401) 847-1000

Proceeds from The Newport Flower Show benefit the preservation and restoration

of the historic landscapes of The Preservation Society of Newport County.

Presenting Sponsor

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DESIGN DIVISION

Ann Huntoon, ChairMegan Fox Kelly, Vice Chair

DESIGN DIVISION SCHEDULE

Patricia H. Fernandez, Chair

DESIGN DIVISION ENTRIES

Kathy Michie, ChairValerie Mead, Vice Chair

DESIGN DIVISION PASSING

Joyce Girvin, ChairMarjorie DeAngelis, Vice Chair

DESIGN DIVISION CONSULTANTS

Susan Dewey, Chair

DESIGN DIVISION JUDGES

Vera Bowen, ChairMary Huntoon, Vice Chair

DESIGN DIVISION CLERKS

Linda Lacroix, ChairPeggy Moore, Vice Chair

DESIGN DIVISION COMPUTER

Kathy Warburton, ChairJill Malcolm, Vice Chair

DESIGN DIVISION REFRESHING

Linda Russo, Chair

HORTICULTURE DIVISION

James Donahue, Chair

HORTICULTURE - DIVISION I

Karen Barbera, Chair

HORTICULTURE - DIVISION II

Deborah Kelsey, Chair

HORTICULTURE - DIVISION III

Libby Moore, Chair

HORTICULTURE - DIVISION IV

Lee Patterson, Chair

HORTICULTURE DIVISION PASSING

Martha Ginty, ChairPatricia Bailey, Vice Chair

HORTICULTURE DIVISION STAGING

Denae Bayer, ChairNancy Hartwell, Vice Chair

HORTICULTURE DIVISION JUDGES

Carrie Waterman, ChairMarianne Pollak, Vice Chair

HORTICULTURE DIVISION CLERKS

Betsy West, Chair

Betsy Leerssen, Vice Chair

PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION

Gail Cyr, Chair

Kate Lucey, Vice Chair

PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION JUDGES

Robyn Spagnolo, Chair

CHAIR EMERITUS

Mrs. Samuel M.V. Hamilton, Chair Emeritus

FOUNDERS

Brittain Bardes Mrs. Robert H. Charles Norey Dotterer Cullen

Kate Gubelmann Mrs. Samuel M.V. Hamilton Edward Lee Lindemann

FLOWER SHOW CHAIRS

Patricia H. Fernandez Candace Morgenstern Jocelyn Sherman

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PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION CLERKS

Lynne Merrill, Chair

PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION ENTRIES

Alycia Moniz, Chair

AWARDS

Mary Catherine Bardorf, Chair

HAMILTON EDUCATION SERIES

Ellen Smith, ChairDory Hamilton, Vice Chair

CHILDREN’S EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Jacqueline Colbert, ChairBronwyn McDermott, Vice Chair

RETAIL WINDOW DISPLAYS

Lynn Covello Kaye, ChairAmy Loudin, Merchant Representative

GARDEN MARKETPLACE

Roderick B. O’Hanley, ChairBetsy West, Vice Chair

SIGNAGE DIVISION

Kristie Gardiner, Chair

HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE

Cheryl Mrozowski, ChairAnne Hogg, Vice Chair Debbie Grant, Vice Chair

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Each day of the 2013 Newport Flower Show offers opportunities to enjoy judged

horticultural specimens and floral designs, special garden exhibitions, free lectures and

demonstrations as well as wonderful shopping experiences in both the Oceanside

Boutiques and the Gardeners’ Marketplace. Tickets are also available for special lunch-

eons, lectures and workshops.

SHOW HOURS

Friday, June 21, 2013 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 22, 2013 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 23, 2013 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE

$18 Advance Sale/PSNC Members Single Day (Friday, Saturday or Sunday)

$29 Advance Purchase Only – Special “Bring a Friend” Sunday, June 23, 2013 -

$29 for 2 people – Come on Sunday, June 23 and bring a friend!

The two of you will save $17 off the Single Ticket Day of Show cost.

“Bring a Friend” Advance Purchase Price valid until Friday, June 7, 2013

DAY OF SHOW TICKET PURCHASE

$25 Adult Opening Day – Friday

$23 Adult Day of Show – Saturday or Sunday

$6 Children 13-17

Free Children 12 and under

GROUP ADMISSION

Adult group rates are available for $14 per person each day of The Newport Flower

Show and are based on a minimum of twenty persons or more and all must arrive

as an organized group. Driver and escort are complimentary. Please contact the

Group Tour Office for additional group information. (401) 847-1000 ext. 159 or

[email protected]

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Friday, June 21, 2013

Opening Night Party

Prior to Friday June 7, 2013 –

Preservation Society Members - $145 per person; Non-Members $170 per person

After Friday, June 7, 2013 –

Preservation Society Members - $160 per person; Non-Members - $190 per person

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Be a part of this much-anticipated festive event that kicks off the Newport summer

season, The Newport Flower Show Opening Night Party. Enjoy a delicious cocktail

buffet while perusing the fresh floral arrangements, horticultural extravaganzas and

shopping at the Oceanside Boutiques and Gardeners Marketplace.

Enchanted Evening Rose Sponsor

Prior to Friday June 7, 2013 –

Preservation Society Members - $275 per person; Non-Members - $300 per person

After Friday, June 7, 2013 –

Preservation Society Members - $300 per person; Non-Members - $325 per person

Optimize your Opening Night Party experience by signing up to join us, along with

your friends, for the Enchanted Evening Rose package featuring a splendid buffet

supper and private tented area.

Package includes:

� Admission to the breathtaking outdoor Opening Night Party (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.)

� Admission to VIP only tent for a buffet supper and private bar service (7 p.m. to 10 p.m.)

� Option to reserve table seating seating for 10 in the VIP tent for you and your friendsto enjoy supper together

� Valet parking at Rosecliff during the Opening Night Party

American Beauty Rose Patron - $475 per personIf you would love to spend your entire weekend at The Newport Flower Show, this

is the package for you! Package includes:

� Three-day Show admission

� A Parking Pass for free weekend parking at Rosecliff

� Friday early bird shopping (9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)

� Special admission to the interior of Rosecliff to view the exhibits immediately following judging (Friday, 10:30 a.m.)

� Admission to the breathtaking outdoor Opening Night Party (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.)

� Admission to the VIP only tent on back lawn for a buffet supper and private bar service (7 p.m. to 10 p.m.)

� Option to reserve table seating for 10 in the VIP tent for you and your friends to enjoy supper together

� Valet Parking at Rosecliff during the Opening Night Party

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Hitomi Gilliam, AIFDFriday, June 21, 201312:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Hitomi returns to Newport in celebration of Jade! She will

showcase work inspired by Ikebana and the Zen apprecia-

tion of nature. Her presentation “will be explicit in sharing

the authentic representation of nature and how the composi-

tions created in this way have the ability to move the viewer.”

Hitomi Gilliam is an internationally renowned floral artist,

a distinguished educator and lecturer world-wide. She has given presentations at many

notable venues, art museums and botanical gardens. Hitomi is a member of the Amer-

ican Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) and is one of only seven recipients of AIFD’s

prestigious Design Influence Award. She has authored six books and her latest book,

Fresh Look at Judging will be available for signing. Hitomi’s open, easygoing approach to

design keeps her audiences enthralled.

Guests have the option of enjoying an elegant luncheon with the speaker by choosing

a Luncheon and Lecture ticket or purchasing a Lecture Only ticket. Either way, you’ll

have the opportunity to learn from this talented lecturer. Includes one day Show

admission.

$80 per person for Luncheon and Lecture Please arrive by 11:45 a.m.

$40 per person for Lecture Only Please arrive by 1:00 p.m.ianaBalmori,

Principal Designer, Balmori Associates,Harriet HendersonLandscape Architect, Principal,Cushing & HendersonSaturday, June 22, 201311:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

In a story of East meets West, The Newport Flower Show

welcomes Harriet Henderson, an accomplished landscape

architect who will share with us the influences of the East in

Western gardens. Henderson began her career at Cornell University and studied in

Kyoto, Japan to immerse herself in Japanese garden design. Her travels in Korea, China

and Taiwan brought an understanding of Japanese design precedents and led to a

Masters in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. Her work has included

important public and private landscape projects from a Governor’s Mansion (PA) to

college campuses, unique private homes and even a horse farm. For the past 20 years,

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she has taught landscape architecture history at the Barnes Arboretum and contributed

to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Japanese Garden Handbook as well as International

Bonsai Magazine. She has lectured at the most prestigious design schools and

arboretums. Join us as Harriet Henderson takes us on an Eastern journey of reflection

in our Western gardens.

Guests have the option of enjoying an elegant luncheon with the speaker by choosing

a Luncheon and Lecture ticket or purchasing a Lecture Only ticket. Either way, you’ll

have the opportunity to learn from this talented lecturer. Includes one day Show

admission.

$80 per person for Luncheon and Lecture Please arrive by 11:15 a.m.

$40 per person for Lecture Only Please arrive by 12:15 p.m.

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Jade-Eastern Obsessions

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Tickets for all events may be purchased online at www.NewportFlowerShow.org

To order tickets by mail, return completed form to:

The Newport Flower Show, 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840

NAME _______________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________

CITY _______________________________________ STATE ______ZIP _________________

TELEPHONE _______________________EMAIL ________________________________________

Friday, Saturday or Sunday Price Qty. Total

Advance Show Ticket or PSNC Member (Single day) $18 ____ $_________

Youth Ticket (13-17 years) $6 ____ $_________

Child Ticket (12 years and under) Free

Sunday, June 23 (only) (Advance purchase only)

“Bring a Friend” Offer 2/$29 ____ $_________

[ CONTINUED ON REVERSE ]

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Newport Flower Show Supporters

American Beauty Rose Patron $475 ____ $_________

Enchanted Evening Rose Sponsor

PSNC Members (before June 7) $275 ____ $_________

Non-Members (before June 7) $300 ____ $_________

PSNC Members (after June 7) $300 ____ $_________

PSNC Non-Members (after June 7) $325 ____ $_________

Opening Night Party - Friday, June 21 - 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

PSNC Members (before June 7) $145 ____ $_________

Non-Members (before June 7) $170 ____ $_________

PSNC Members (after June 7) $160 ____ $_________

PSNC Non-Members (after June 7) $190 ____ $_________

Reserved Lectures

Hitomi Gilliam – Friday, June 21

Luncheon & Lecture $80 ____ $_________

Lecture Only $40 ____ $_________

Harriet Henderson – Saturday, June 22

Luncheon & Lecture $80 ____ $_________

Lecture Only $40 ____ $_________

Deadline for mail order tickets is Friday, June 14, 2013. Tickets are available at any time on ourwebsite for a “print-at-home” ticket. www.newportmansions.org

Please make check payable to: The Preservation Society of Newport County.

� Check Enclosed Check #

� Charge to credit card: � Amex � Visa � MC � Discover

Card# Exp. Date:

Sec. Code Billing Zip

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Design Entries Kathy Michie, Chair (508) 835-3342 [email protected]

Valerie Mead, Vice Chair (203) 968-0882 [email protected]

1. Design Classes are open to all on a first come basis. Designs may be the collabora-tion of more than one exhibitor. An exhibitor/s may enter only one class in the Floral Design Division I-A and one class in the Artistic Botanical Division I-B. Exhibitor may be placed on a waiting list for an additional class, if desired, and willbe notified by May 1st if space is available.

2. Fresh plant material must predominate unless otherwise stated. No cut fresh vegetables/fruit or prepared food products will be permitted.

3. No artificial flowers, foliage or vegetables will be permitted.

4. Accessories are permitted but should be used with discretion.

5. All containers must be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and address. Staging maynot be altered or moved unless stated in the schedule.

6. Mechanics should not be visible unless they are an integral part of the design.

7. Designs may be partially assembled prior to show with finishing touches done on site.

8. Exhibitors are allowed on the show floor at 5:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, 2013. Designs MUST be completed and passed by 8:00 a.m. Passing Committee mustpass each exhibit before exhibitor leaves Flower Show area. Design may not be al-tered after passing. Only required personnel may remain in exhibit area after 8:00a.m.

9. Judging will begin at 8:30 a.m. Show opens to the public at 10:30 a.m.

10. All plant material must be correctly identified with the botanical and commonnames, if possible. A complete list must be emailed to Kathy Warburton, ComputerChairman by Friday, June 14, 2013 at [email protected]. The list will besubmitted to the Passing Committee.

Please note: Additions or deletions to the prepared list may be made the morningof the Show to accurately reflect the materials used in the design. Horticulture reference materials will be available at the Passing Committee table to identify unknown plant material.

The Royal Horticultural Society Horticultural Database is available online atwww.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/plantfinder.asp.

No plant material listed on the Rhode Island Endangered Species list may be used.A complete list of endangered species is available at:

www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bpoladm/plandev/heritage.

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11. Once an entry is accepted, if the exhibitor must cancel, he or she must find a substitute unless there is a waiting list for that class.

12. Class 11: Plant material used in the design must have been grown in the exhibitor’sgarden, which would not include indoor plants and have been in the exhibitor’spossession/garden for a minimum of 9 months. There may be more than one exhibitor; however, the source of the material used must be from one garden. (Entries in Class 11 will be eligible for the Bettie Bearden Pardee Award, see awardpage 53).

13. Fresh plant material must be in water or be conditioned in such a way as to remainin pristine form while on exhibition. An arrangement not maintained in show condition may have its award removed. Show management may, at any time, remove an exhibit if deemed necessary.

14. Exhibitors are responsible for maintaining their own exhibits, but are cautionednot to over water, which may cause seepage and/or damage. Maintenance by thecommittee may be done if prior notification is made on the Refreshing Form located in the Exhibitor’s Packet.

15. All maintenance may begin at 7:00 a.m. and must be completed by 8:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday mornings. Parking restrictions will be in place after 8:30 a.m.each day.

16. Exhibitors are responsible for the complete removal of their exhibits at the close ofthe show on Sunday, June 23, 2013 between the hours of 5:15 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

17. While the Design Committee and The Preservation Society of Newport Countywill afford the best possible protection to all exhibits, they distinctly disclaim all liability for loss or damage to exhibits and personal property belonging to exhibitors.

18. Applicants should complete the necessary entry form on page 19 of this booklet orreview the information on our website, www.NewportFlowerShow.org, and e-mail*your entry details to:

Kathy Michie28 Pine Arden DriveWest Boylston, MA 01583

(508) 835-3342 / [email protected] (*indicate NFS Entries on subject line)

Upon receipt of the entry form, designers will receive confirmation of receipt by email or postcard (indicate preference on form). Exhibitor’s packet will be distributed at the exhibitors meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. on theRosecliff Terrace. The packet will include your entry number, a plant list form, anda copy of the floor plan at Rosecliff and where applicable, a paint sample. If an exhibitor has requested a badge for a helper in advance this will also be included.Badges must be worn at all times.

19. Entry numbers will be pre-assigned by the Entry Chair on a first come basis.

20. Novice and New Exhibitors will be eligible for specific awards. Please designate onthe entry form if you belong in one of these categories. A Novice is an exhibitor/swho has never won a blue ribbon in a major show. A New Exhibitor is a person orgroup who is entering The Newport Flower Show for the first time. See page 52 fordefinition of awards.

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21. Class 8: Judges’ Challenge entries to be created between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. onThursday, June 20, 2013. All plant material, components and tools supplied on site.This class is open to Judges with travel restrictions.

22. Classes 11 and 14: Require a Statement of Intent which should be emailed [email protected] no later than Friday, June 14, 2013.

23. Mail-In Classes 13, 14, and 15: Please inform Entries Chair if design will be mailedor placed on the day of the Show. If mailed, send for arrival no later than Friday,June 14, 2013 to The Preservation Society of Newport County, Attn: Beverly A. Ware,The Newport Flower Show, 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840. Please in-clude postage paid packaging for return of entry.

24. Designers are requested to enter through the front entrance of Rosecliff. Aides willbe available to assist with unloading of plant materials and supplies and guide youto your exhibit location.

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Design Exhibitors Meetingto view staging, ask questions and preview Rosecliff

Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 10 a.m.Rosecliff Terrace

Division I-AFloral Design

Class 1 Kimono Foyer 4 EntriesThe Kimono is a traditional garment worn by both men and women in Japan. Kimonos

appeared in the Japanese culture as early as the 5th Century. Its roots are based in China

and the intricate designs have meaning as well as beauty.

Design inspired by the assigned Kimono. A color photograph of the Kimono will be

supplied to designers. Staged on a pedestal 42” H with an 18” square top painted

Rosecliff White. To be viewed from three sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Ginna Thoma / [email protected]

Class 2 Koi Salon 4 EntriesThe word Koi comes from Japanese, simply meaning “carp”. Koi is a homophone for

another word that means “affection” or “love”; the fish referred to as Koi are therefore

symbols of love and friendship in Japan.

Underwater design staged in a niche painted Rosecliff White. Size of the niche is 25" H

x 18" W x 18" D staged on a 42" H pedestal. Front of the niche features a rectangular

opening which measures 24" H x 17" W with a center of opening to be viewed at 59½".

Background may be enhanced without damaging the niche. Niche will be lighted from

above. All or part of the design must be under visible water.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Susan Dewey / [email protected]

Class 3 Qi Salon 4 Entries In traditional Chinese culture, Qi (pronounced chee) is defined as an energy flow or a life

energy which links all beings. They believed Qi permeated everything and likened it to the

flow of energy around and through the body, forming a cohesive and functioning unit.

Hanging design suspended in a niche with a center hook painted Rosecliff White.

The size of niche is 35" H x 32" W x 24" D staged on a 42" H pedestal. The Front of niche

features an oval opening which measures 32" H x 28" W with the center of the open-

ing to be viewed at 60½". Background may be enhanced without damaging the niche.

Niche will be lighted from above.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Ginna Thoma / [email protected]

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Class 4 Sushi Salon 4 EntriesMentions of “Sushi” emerged as early as 1336 A.D. in Japan. The contemporary version was

created by Hanaya Yohei (1799–1858) as an early form of fast food which could be eaten

with one's hands at a roadside or in a theatre. Today, Sushi remains popular and readily

available worldwide. Sushi chefs are celebrated for their artistic presentations.

A design of mostly fresh plant material staged in a 12" H x 12" W x 12" D niche with a

9-1/2" circular opening (bottom of opening is 1/2" from base of the niche). Background

may be enhanced without damaging the niche. Niche will be lighted from above and

painted Rosecliff White. To be viewed at eye level.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Sarah Ribeiro/ [email protected]

Class 5 Snake Ballroom South Wall 4 EntriesIn the Chinese calendar 2013 is the year of the Snake which symbolizes beauty and wisdom.

A design of mostly fresh plant material. To be staged on a console pedestal 42"H x 43.5" W

x 17" D, staged in front of a concave/convex wall, measuring 72" H x 60" W predomi-

nantly colored red. Background sample to be provided. To be viewed from three sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Sue Redden / [email protected]

Class 6 Tea Ballroom 4 Entries“The Book of Tea” by Kakuzo Okakura was originally written to be read aloud by the

author at Isabella Stewart Gardner's (Boston) famous salon in 1906. The book focuses on

the culture that has engendered the mind of tea and on the Masters who embody this spirit.

The Tea Ceremony quickly became an Eastern Obsession in America.

Design an exhibition table interpreting the Tea Ceremony. Displayed on a console

pedestal, 36" H x 32" W x 18" D, with attached backboard measuring 45" H x 32" W.

Pedestal and backboard painted Rosecliff White. To be viewed from three sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Linda Ladd / [email protected]

Class 7 Export Ballroom East Wall 4 EntriesThe houses of The Preservation Society of Newport County are filled with exquisite

examples of Chinese export porcelain. These ceramics were made and decorated in China

exclusively for export to Europe and later to North America between the 16th and the 20th

century. They remain a fascination for collectors

A mass design inspired by a piece of Chinese export porcelain from the collections of

The Preservation Society of Newport County. Images of porcelains to be distributed on

a first come, first served basis. Design to be staged on a pedestal 42" H with a 16" square

top painted Rosecliff White and placed in front of a back-lit, off-white fabric panel

measuring 10' H x 4' W. To be viewed from three sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Janice Panoff / [email protected]

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Class 8 Zen Judges’ Challenge Class Ballroom Center 4 EntriesSchools of Meditation developed throughout Asia based on the belief that one finds

enlightenment through a simplistic existence.

Create a design reflecting the Zen principle. Staged on 30 1/2" diameter x 30" H drum

painted Rosecliff White and placed in front of a rice paper screen measuring 8' H x

4' W. All components supplied onsite. To be viewed from all sides. See Rule #21.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Candace Morgenstern /[email protected]

Class 9 Yin & Yang Ballroom Piano 4 EntriesIn Chinese philosophy, the concept of yin-yang, often referred to in the West as “yin and

yang”, literally means “shadow and light” and is used to describe how polar opposites or

seemingly contrary forces work together.

Design staged on two tiered, tear-drop shaped pedestals with a combined diameter

of 36" painted Rosecliff White. Taller pedestal is 24" H; shorter pedestal is 18" H.

Fresh plant material should dominate. Photo of pedestal provided. To be viewed from

all sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: De Feldman / [email protected]

Class 10 Kabuki Ballroom West Wall 4 Entries Kabuki which originated in 1603 is a classical Japanese dance-drama. Kabuki theatre is

known for the stylization of its drama and for the elaborate make-up and costumes worn

by some of its performers to tell a dramatic story. Kabuki makeup, called kesho, is available

in two types, Kumandori and traditional. Kumandori makeup is composed of very

dramatic lines and shapes applied in colors that represent certain qualities.

Create an abstract design of mostly fresh plant material, evocative of the drama of

Kabuki. Staged on a pedestal measuring 42" H with a 24" square top painted Rosecliff

White and placed in front of back-lit off-white fabric panel measuring 10' H x 4' W.

To be viewed from three sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Elaine DiGiovanni / [email protected]

Class 11 Tranquility Dining Room 4 EntriesThe Chinese were making flower arrangements as far back as 207 BCE to 220 CE, in the

Han era of ancient China. Flowers were an integral component of religious teaching and

medicine, selected based on their symbolic meanings.

Create a design expressing simplicity and restraint featuring the beauty of plant

material. Staged on the corner of a 30" H dining room table atop a 24" square x 6" H

riser, painted Rosecliff White with a rice paper screen background measuring 44" H.

Plant material must be from the designer’s garden only. To be viewed from three sides.

Statement of Intent required, see Rule # 22. Eligible for the Bettie Bearden Pardee Award,

see Rule #12.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Kim Cutler / [email protected]

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Class 12 Wilsonianae Dining Room West Wall 4 EntriesErnest Henry "Chinese” Wilson (February 15, 1876 – October 15, 1930), was a notable

English plant collector who introduced a range of about 2000 Asian plant species to the

West. Charles Sprague Sargent of Harvard edited a partial list of Wilson’s introductions

titled “Plantae Wilsonianae”. Wilson’s work contributed greatly to the Arnold Arboretum

collections and he introduced many of the most beloved plants currently in our gardens.

A Mono-Botanic design staged on a pedestal measuring 48" with 18" square top painted

Rosecliff White. (See Glossary of Terms, page 18). To be viewed from three sides.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Christine Decas / [email protected]

Division I-BArtistic Botanicals

Class 13 Jade Mail-In Class Library 4 EntriesFrom the earliest Chinese dynasties to present, Jade was considered the “imperial gem”.

Objets d'art were made by skilled artisans. Jade had a status-value exceeding that of gold

or silver.

Create a pendant of all dried plant material to be displayed on a black velvet neck form

supplied in advance to designers. To be staged on a Balustrade painted Rosecliff White

52" H x 36" W x 14" D. Typed Key Card not to exceed 5" x 7" required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Robin Murphy / [email protected]

Class 14 Mask Mail-In Class Library 4 EntriesMasks are used throughout every Asian culture for religious and theatrical uses.

A mask made of all dried plant material to be hung on wall painted Rosecliff White in

a space measuring 8' H x 2' W. Maximum width of mask is 21". Affixed to a hook

centered 60" from the floor. Typed Key Card, not to exceed 5" x 7", required. Statement

of Intent required – see Rule # 22.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Robin Murphy / [email protected]

Class 15 Samurai Mail-In Class Library 4 EntriesHistorically, katana, was one of the traditional Japanese swords worn by the Samurai class

of feudal Japan, also commonly referred to as a Samurai Sword.

A sword made of all dried plant material to be displayed on two cradle stands provided

to the exhibitor in advance. Maximum length is 32" and maximum height 10" (sitting

in the cradle). Background is painted Rosecliff White. Typed Key Card, no larger than

5" x 7", required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Susan Dewey /[email protected]

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Abstract Design: Design style in which plant material and other components are usedfor their intrinsic qualities of line, form, color and texture; characterized by boldness,

an emphasis on space, and interest distributed through the design. Abstraction in

floral design is the act of separating the inherent physical qualities of plant material

and other components from the associated or naturalistic concepts.

Exhibition Table:A display using the components of dining in an artistic presentationas a coordinated design. Practical service of food should not be implied. Fresh plant

material must be a component.

Hanging Design:A design created to move freely in a staging area suspended on a hook.

Key Card:A numbered list of botanical and common names accompanying an exhibit.Corresponding numbers are placed with each individual sample of untreated plant

material.

Mass Design: Profusion of flowers of various forms and sizes arranged in an oval,

triangular or fan-shaped design, a closed silhouette having more solids than voids.

Mono-botanic Design:A design of any style in which three or more parts of a plant ofone family or genus are used. Parts may be stem(s), bloom(s), foliage, roots, fruit, etc.

New Exhibitor: A person or group who is entering The Newport Flower Show for thefirst time.

Novice: An exhibitor/s who has never won a blue ribbon in a major flower show.

Statement of Intent: A brief written paragraph (no more than 25 words) offering

explanation of the exhibitor’s creation.

Underwater Design: A contemporary design style where all or part of the design mustbe under visible water.

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As a special thank you, exhibitors in the Design Division Classes are invited on a

Newport harbor tour aboard the 1929 Classic Yacht Rum Runner II, courtesy of

Classic Cruises Newport. This outing will take place on Friday morning, June 21, 2013

after designs are completed. Transport will be by trolley from Rosecliff at 9 a.m.

The boat will leave at 9:30 a.m. and the tour will last one hour. Seating on the Rum

Runner II is limited to 34 adults. Please contact The Newport Flower Show Office via

e-mail in advance to sign-up for the Thank You Cruise. Please send e-mail to

[email protected].

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Jade-Eastern Obsessions

Complete and return toKathy Michie

28 Pine Arden Drive

West Boylston, MA 01583

(508) 835-3342 | [email protected]

EXHIBITOR/S NAME_______________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________

CITY _______________________________________ STATE ______ ZIP _________________

TELEPHONE________________________________CELL __________________________________

EMAIL________________________________________________________________________

CLASS NUMBER _____________________CLASS TITLE _____________________________________

Name of Garden Club or Horticulture Organization for your Signage (if applicable)

City & State for your Signage

Name of your Helper for set-up at the Show (a Show name badge will be provided)

Name of local Newspaper

Confirmation Preference: � Email Confirmation � Postcard Confirmation

Are you a first time Exhibitor in The Newport Flower Show? � Yes � No

Have you ever won a Blue Ribbon in a major Flower Show? � Yes � No

Are you a GCA Judge? � Yes � No Are you a NGC Judge? � Yes � No

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HOW TO ENTER THE HORTICULTURE DIVISION

Entering is easy and everyone is welcome! You do not have to be a member of a garden

club or a horticultural organization. There are horticulture classes for all levels of

gardener – from the weekend dabbler to the experienced horticulturist. So, bring your

favorite plant, your prettiest cut specimen or plant something completely new, inspired

by this year’s flower show theme.

WHEN TO ENTER

Horticulture Division I: Invitational Garden DesignGarden Installations will begin on Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Registration and Passing will take place on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at 12:00 p.m.

Horticulture Division II: Creative Outdoor ContainersThursday, June 20, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Classes 1 to 11: Registration and Passing will take place in the Cour d’ Amour at the

front of Rosecliff. All other container entries must be brought to the Passing Tent on

the back lawn at Rosecliff, adjacent to the parking lot. Exhibitors must allow sufficient

time to complete registration and entry cards as well as for the passing process for each

entry. Exhibitors with multiple entries should allow an hour or more for the process.

Passing for Division II closes promptly at 12:00 p.m. No entries will be passed after this

time. Assistance will be available to move large containers.

Horticulture Division III: Ornamental Plants Grown In ContainersThursday, June 20, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Registration and Passing takes place in the Passing Tent on the back lawn of Rosecliff,

adjacent to the parking lot. Exhibitors must allow sufficient time for complete the

registration and entry cards as well as for the passing process for each entry. Exhibitors

with multiple entries should allow an hour or more for the process. Passing for

Division III closes promptly at 12:00 p.m. No entries will be passed after that time.

Assistance will be available to move large containers.

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Horticulture Division IV: Cut SpecimensThursday, June 20, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

All cut specimens must be brought to the Passing Tent on the back lawn at Rosecliff,

adjacent to the parking lot. Exhibitors with multiple entries should arrive no later than

3:00 p.m. Cut specimen passing closes promptly at 4:00 p.m. No entries will be passed

after this time. Cut specimens must be properly conditioned in order to survive the

entire (un-air conditioned) run of the Show. The Newport Flower Show reserves the

right to remove wilted cut specimens.

THE PASSING PROCESS - REGISTRATION AND ENTRY CARDS

Each person entering the Horticulture Division must complete one horticulture

registration card and an entry card for each container or cut specimen entered. Cards

are available in advance at the reception desk at The Preservation Society of Newport

County’s Office at 424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport and at Green Animals Topiary

Garden, 380 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth, or by calling the Special Events Office at

401-847-1000 ext. 140 before Friday, June 14, 2013. On Thursday, June 20, 2013, cards

will be available in the Passing Tent at the Show. A sample entry card can be found in

this booklet on page 38. We encourage you to complete registration and entry cards

at home.

All completed cards should be taken to the Registration Desk in the Passing Tent, where

horticulture registration cards will be collected and entry cards will be reviewed, marked

with an “R” and returned to the exhibitor.

Having registered, please visit the grooming station, and for cut specimens choose an

appropriate vase provided by The Newport Flower Show. Be sure to give each cut

specimen or container entry one last thorough inspection before proceeding to the

appropriate passing table for your class number. Here your entry card and entry will be

reviewed and each entry card will be marked with a “P”. All entries will be given to

runners to be staged in the Show.

Thank you for competing in The Newport Flower Show!

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1. Amateurs and professionals are eligible to enter any class; however, entries may notbe entered under a commercial or business name. This rule does not apply to Division I or Division II, Class 11, which are designed to be promotional oppor-tunities. There are no entry fees.

� Amateur: An exhibitor who does not derive any income from horticulture.� Professional: An exhibitor who derives income from horticulture.� Novice: An exhibitor who has never won a blue ribbon in a major flower show.� Newcomer: A first-time exhibitor who has never entered the Horticulture Divisions of The Newport Flower Show.

2. Entries in Divisions III & IV must have been owned and/or grown by the exhibitorfor a minimum of three months prior to The Newport Flower Show and must beof Show quality and free of all pests and diseases.

3. Entries in Division II will be judged on horticultural and artistic merit, as well asinterpretation of the stated theme. Entries in Divisions III & IV will be judged onhorticultural excellence, except where stated.

4. The standard ribbons will be: 1 blue awarded for first place, 1 red awarded for second place and 1 yellow awarded for third place. In classes where entries are exceptionally competitive, more than 1 red and/or yellow ribbon may be awarded,at the discretion of the judges.

5. There is no limit to how many classes each exhibitor may enter or how many entries are allowed in each class, except Division IV, Cut Specimens, where up to 3entries per class are permitted. Multiple entries by the same exhibitor must not beduplicates and should represent different species, varieties or planting combina-tions (except where noted).

6. Exhibitors are responsible for identifying entries with correct botanical and common names. The American Horticultural Society A-Z Encyclopedia of GardenPlants and The New Royal Horticultural Society Index of Garden Plants are two recommended resources.

7. A Photo Key Card is required when entering Division II: Creative Outdoor Containers and any class of three or more different varieties, except Classes 95, 98& 126 where 3 or more cut specimens are asked for. The exhibitor must provide awhite card, no larger than 5" x 8", with a numbered listing of the botanical andcommon names for each plant corresponding to a numbered photograph of theplanting. For a sample of a Photo Key Card, please see page 38.

8. Once your entry is passed, maintenance of the entry becomes the responsibility ofThe Newport Flower Show Committee. You may groom and/or water your entriesonly before they have been passed.

9. Wild-collected plants of endangered species are strictly forbidden.

10. Entries must be well-balanced, sturdy and able to withstand inclement weatherconditions.

11. Entries may not be so large or heavy that they cannot be moved or staged withease.

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12. Containers must be clean, compatible and proportionate to the planting within. In Division III, Ornamental Plants Grown in Containers, clay or clay colored potsare preferred, but not required.

13. Pot size is measured as the longest inside dimension across the top of the pot; rectangular pots will be measured on the diagonal.

14. Disguised, double-potting is permitted. The interior pot is the one that will bemeasured, if necessary.

15. No dried, treated or artificial plant material is permitted, with the exception ofdried moss used to disguise double-potting.

16. No fresh-cut stems are allowed to supplement potted entries.

17. The Newport Flower Show Committee may divide, subdivide, withdraw or combine classes at their discretion.

18. The Newport Flower Show, Garden Club of America and National Garden Clubawards will be presented at The Awards Ceremony on Sunday, June 23, 2013 at 3:30 p.m.

19. Horticulture Division entries and ribbons must be picked up between 5:00 p.m.and 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2013. Beyond this pick up time, The NewportFlower Show Committee is not responsible for entries.

20. Exhibitors are required to present an Exhibitor’s Receipt to retrieve container entries in The Newport Flower Show. Exhibitors will receive a receipt for each container entry passed.

21. In Division II: Creative Outdoor Containers, Classes 1-11 will be passed and stagedin front of Rosecliff in the Cour d’ Amour. All entries in Divisions III and IV, Classes 11- 126 will be passed in the Passing Tent on the back lawn.

22. Division III: Ornamental Plants Grown in Containers. If your ornamental plant requires watering during the three day Show, please provide a compatible saucer.

23. No hanging containers.

24. Division IV: Cut Specimens. A single stem per vase with attached foliage above thewater line. No loose foliage. Classes 95, 98 and 126 only, allow for multiple stems.

25. Statements of Intent are optional in Divisions I and II, Invitational Gardens andCreative Containers.

26. Division I is staged on grass. Division II is staged on loose gravel outside. DivisionIII is staged on grass. Division IV is staged on the rear Terrace.

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HORTICULTURE EXHIBITOR’S RECEPTIONGet Growing!

Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 5:30 p.m.

The Breakers Greenhouses

Bateman Avenue, Newport

Potential horticulture competitors are cordially invited to a reception

hosted by the Horticulture Committee at the Preservation Society’s

beautiful greenhouses. Learn more about the horticulture competitions,

enjoy good food, good conversation and begin planning your winning entries!

Please RSVP by Thursday, March 7, 2013

E-mail: [email protected] or Telephone: (401) 847-1000 ext. 169

DIVISION I: INVITATIONAL GARDEN DESIGN

Invitation only 6 EntriesAsian landscape design balances the elemental facets of the natural world: earth, fire, wood

and water. Earth is represented through carefully placed stones. The color red, on garden

elements like bridges, stands for fire. Trees and shrubs bring in wood, along with meticu-

lously constructed wooden structures. Water can be present in many forms: a pond, a “sea”

of gravel, or a dry stream bed. The aim would be to symbolize the natural world as a

microcosm with a sense of restrained simplicity and serene beauty. The Newport Flower

Show Committee will provide a sculptural piece for each Garden that must be incorpo-

rated into the design.

The Newport Flower Show Committee invites six competitors to create gardens on the

front lawn of Rosecliff which interpret the range of Asian garden design, whether

traditional or contemporary, for today’s landscape.

DIVISION CONSULTANT: Karen Barbera (401) 742-2680 / [email protected]

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DIVISION II: CREATIVE OUTDOOR CONTAINERS

There are two categories of Creative Outdoor Containers:

Classes 1 – 5 & Class 10 will require pre-registration and will be accepted on a first-

come, first-serve basis. To reserve a spot, contact the class consultant listed below the

class description. Please complete pre-registration form on page 30.

Classes 6 – 9 will not require pre-registration.

Class 11 is by invitation only.

Please read the Horticulture Rules on page 23 before entering your creative container.

All Creative Outdoor Containers, Classes 1 -11, will be passed and staged in front of

Rosecliff, in the Cour d’ Amour.

Passing & Registration for entries in Divisions II & III Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Class 1 Jade 4 entriesAs early as 3000 B.C. jade was known in China as ‘yu’, the ‘royal gem’. Within the

enormous Chinese empire jade held a very special place, roughly comparable to that of gold

and diamonds in the West. Cultures worldwide respected this gem, with its interplay of

hardness and soft luster, but nowhere as significantly as in Asia.

During the 1800s a mineralogist determined jade to be two different materials, nephrite

and jadeite. Nephrite can be found in a creamy white form as well as a variety of green

colors, while jadeite shows more variation in color, including blue, lavender-mauve, pink

and emerald-green. Jadeite is rarer and documented in fewer than 12 places worldwide.

Burma and Guatemala are the principal sources of modern gem jadeite, with the translu-

cent emerald-green form being the most prized variety, historically and today.

Plant an oriental style container of your choice with all foliage plant material repre-

senting the various color(s) of jade. No accessories permitted. Entry will be displayed

in full sun. Pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Donna Lane (781) 769-3854 / [email protected]

Class 2 Canton – Chinese Export Porcelain 4 entriesFor over a thousand year period, ending with the fall of the Ming Dynasty in 1644, high

quality porcelain was produced in China for the royal family and courts. When western

trade began in the 1600s, these examples became the basis of early chinoiserie designs in

Europe.

Americans became involved in the china trade during the 1700s. Records show that porce-

lain was bought as non-spoiling ballast on English and American-bound ships, as well as

for its commercial value. Porcelain ‘paved the ships’ hold. Ching-Te-Che`n, 400 miles north

of Canton, was home to thousands of kilns and where the majority of the manufacturing

took place. The blank, bisque-fired pieces were usually transported to Canton for painting

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and a second firing before being shipped to foreign markets. Standard patterns included

Canton, Chinese Imari, Rose Medallion and Fitzhugh and were much desired by Americans.

After 1891, “China” and “Made in China” was required by U.S. Customs on all Chinese

porcelain imports.

Four competitors will plant a container of their choice with plant material depicting one

of the Chinese Export porcelains listed above. Exhibitors will be chosen and patterns

assigned on a first come basis. A 10" reproduction plate, a photo of which will be

provided to the exhibitor upon registration, will hang beside each container. No acces-

sories permitted. Entry will be displayed in full sun. Pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Donna Lane (781) 769-3854 | [email protected]

Class 3 Calcutta – Basket Planter 4 entriesIndia is the world’s largest producer of many exotic fruits, jute, millets, tea, lentils and other

food staples, but most notably spices. Spices are harvested throughout this vast country

with approximately 3 million tons being exported annually. Curries, initially created using

regional combinations of spices mixed individually for each dish, became westernized and

the recipe, more or less, standardized in the mid 1900s with the spread of Indian restaurants

to the Western world. Most recipes for curry powder include: coriander, turmeric, cumin,

fenugreek, and red pepper.

Create your own curry blend by planting a container of your choice with aromatic

plants. Container must include at least one of the primary ingredients listed above. No

accessories. Entry will be displayed in full sun. Pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Donna Lane (781) 769-3854 | [email protected]

Class 4 Nanking – Scholar’s Garden 4 entriesThe classical Chinese scholar’s garden is enclosed by a wall and has one or more ponds, a

rock garden, trees and flowers and an assortment of halls and pavilions within the garden,

connected by winding paths and zigzag galleries. By moving from structure to structure,

visitors can view a series of carefully-composed scenes, unrolling like a scroll of landscape

paintings. Ornate openings in walls often frame stylized landscape compositions.

Design and plant a charming miniature scholar’s garden reminiscent of the Ming

Dynasty period. The Newport Flower Show Committee will provide lidded boxes

(approx. 24"W x 16"D x 18"H), which will be distributed at the Get Growing reception

on Thursday, March 21, 2013. The enclosed garden will be viewed through the 24" W

x 18" H front opening. While accessories are permitted plants must predominate.

Displayed in part-sun at approximately 40" high. Pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Donna Lane (781) 769-3854 | [email protected]

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Class 5 Kyoto – Song Dynasty 4 entriesThe Chinese and Japanese created exquisite fans inspired by the beauty of nature.

The Chinese fixed fan, pien-mien, means “to agitate the air.’’ During the Song Dynasty

famous artists were commissioned to paint silk fans. In Japan fans were made by tying

thin strips of hinoki (or Japanese cypress) together with thread. The number of strips of

wood differed according to the person's rank.

Plant a fan-shaped wall box (18" W x 20" H approx.) with appropriate plant material.

Boxes will be provided by The Newport Flower Show Committee and distributed

at the Get Growing reception on Thursday, March 21, 2013. Fans will be displayed

hanging in part-sun. Natural accessories permitted. Pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Deborah Kelsey (401) 848-9135 | [email protected]

Class 6 Gobi Desert One of the harshest environments on the planet, with extreme temperatures and minimal

rainfall, China’s Gobi Desert provides little encouragement to plant or animal life.

Plant a container of your choice with drought-tolerant plants. No accessories. To be

displayed in full sun. No pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Donna Lane (781) 769-3854 / [email protected]

Class 7 Katmandu – TroughsIn the tundra regions of Nepal and the Himalayas thousands of small, rugged, alpine plants

flourish. Their brief life spans allow them to flower and seed in the short growing season,

adapting to the harsh conditions of low temperatures, drought and ultraviolet radiation.

Hundreds of species are traded for medicinal and aromatic uses, providing a source of

income to the locals.

Provide a collection of alpine plants in a trough of your choosing. Natural accessories

permitted. Displayed in full sun. No pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Deborah Kelsey (401) 848-9135 | [email protected]

Class 8 BangkokBangkok is second worldwide, only to London, in terms of tourist visits per year. Like most

of Thailand, the city has a tropical climate and is under the influence of the South Asian

monsoon system, which creates primarily hot, but also rainy and even relatively cool,

seasons during the year.

Plant a container of your choice with colorful flowers and foliage reminiscent of a trop-

ical garden. Accessories permitted. Displayed in full sun. No pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Deborah Kelsey (401) 848-9135 | [email protected]

Class 9 Par ClassA container of three or more different species or varieties of plant material, which does

not qualify for entry elsewhere in Division II. To be judged individually on design and

horticultural merit. Displayed in full sun. No accessories. No pre-registration required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Deborah Kelsey (401) 848-9135 | [email protected]

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Class 10 Chaing Mai – Thai Floating Lantern Festival 12 entriesThe ancient Thai festival of Loy Katrong, or floating lanterns, is celebrated on the night of

November's full moon. In the northern city of Chiang Mai hundreds of people assemble to

float their banana-leaf containers, decorated with foliage, flowers and candles, down the

Mae Ping River as a tribute to the Goddess of Water.

Twelve garden clubs will be invited to plant a living wreath with predominantly all

foliage or all flowering plant material. The 20” (outside diameter) x 4” H wreath forms

will be provided by The Newport Flower Show Committee and will be staged on

lucite cubes in a shallow reflecting pool on Rosecliff 's front lawn. Candle lanterns, also

provided by the Show committee, will stand inside the wreaths. At the Get Growing

reception, Thursday, March 21, 2013, wreaths and lanterns will be distributed and lots

will be drawn to determine which challenge, either foliage or flowering, each garden

club will pursue. Natural accessories permitted. Displayed in shade. Pre-registration

required.

CLASS CONSULTANT: Susan Ruf (401) 849-0296 | [email protected]

Class 11 Chengtu - ‘Chinese Wilson’ 6 entriesBritish by birth, Ernest Henry ‘Chinese’ Wilson (1876-1930) became a plant collector

extraordinaire during the late 19th & early 20th centuries. Introducing approximately

2,000 plants to the Western world, Wilson traveled the Far East, in particular China, gath-

ering live plants which traveled with him in Wardian cases, along with botanical pressings

and seeds. Working for the Arnold Arboretum during the years 1907, 1908 and 1910,

Wilson collected woody and herbaceous plants from western China.

Six professional gardeners will be invited to plant large pots along Rosecliff ’s driveway.

Planting must incorporate at least three of Wilson’s finds. A list of Wilson’s discoveries

will be provided by The Newport Flower Show Committee. Accessories permitted.

Entry will be displayed in full sun. Invitation only.

CLASS CONSULTANT: James Donahue (401) 683-1267 | [email protected]

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Complete and return to the Class Consultant:

Classes 1 – 4 Donna Lane (781) 769-3854 / [email protected]

Class 5 Deborah Kelsey (401) 848-9135 / [email protected]

Class 10 Susan Ruf (401) 849-0296 / [email protected]

EXHIBITOR/S NAME_______________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________

CITY _______________________________________ STATE ______ ZIP _________________

TELEPHONE________________________________CELL __________________________________

EMAIL________________________________________________________________________

CLASS NUMBER _____________________CLASS TITLE _____________________________________

Name of Garden Club or Horticulture Organization for your Signage (if applicable)

Name of local Newspaper

Confirmation Preference: � Email Confirmation � Postcard Confirmation

Are you a first time Exhibitor in The Newport Flower Show? � Yes � No

Have you ever won a Blue Ribbon in a major Flower Show? � Yes � No

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DIVISION III: ORNAMENTAL PLANTS GROWN IN CONTAINERS

DIVISION CONSULTANT: Libby Moore (401) 635-2657 / [email protected]

Passing and Registration for Entries in Division IIIThursday, June 20, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Remember: One plant per pot unless otherwise stated. Containers must be able to bestaged with ease.

Topiary (Entries must have been trained by the exhibitor - multiple plants of same variety per

pot permitted in 12, 13 & 14)

Class 12 Trained on a frame

Class 13 Trained on a stuffed form

Class 14 Standard pruned to tree form

Bonsai

Class 15 Trained in the Bonsai manner, container 6” and under

Class 16 Trained in the Bonsai manner, container over 6”

Annual, Perennial or Biennial

Class 17 Grown for flower

Class 18 Grown for foliage

Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber or Corm(Multiple bulbs of same variety per pot permitted in 19 & 20)

Class 19 Grown for flower

Class 20 Grown for foliage

Begonia

Class 21 Any species or cultivar grown primarily for flower

Class 22 Any species or cultivar grown primarily for foliage

Fern

Class 23 Container 6” and under

Class 24 Container over 6”

Miniature or Dwarf Plant

Class 25 A mature example of a species or cultivar that is one of the naturally diminu-tive members of the genus.

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Orchid(Must be in bloom. No hanging containers please)

Class 26 Novice Orchid Class (open to exhibitors who have not won a blue ribbon inthe orchid class at The Newport Flower Show)

Class 27 Cattleya

Class 28 Paphiopedilum

Class 29 Phalaenopsis

Class 30 Other Orchid

Succulents

Class 31 Agave, container 6" & under

Class 32 Agave, container over 6"

Class 33 Aloe, container 6" & under

Class 34 Aloe, container over 6"

Class 35 Echeveria, container 6" & under

Class 36 Echeveria, container over 6"

Class 37 Euphorbia, container 6" & under

Class 38 Euphorbia, container over 6"

Class 39 Haworthia, container 6" & under

Class 40 Haworthia, container over 6"

Class 41 Other succulent

Jade

Class 42 Crassula, container 6" & under

Class 43 Crassula, container over 6"

Succulent Trio

Class 44 A collection of three different species and/or cultivars of succulents, in separate containers 6" & under, staged on a base or tray provided by the exhibitor. Photo Key card required.

Genera

Class 45 Three or more different species and/or cultivars from one plant family. e.g. Apiaceae: Petroselinum (parsley), Illicium (anise), Anethum (dill). Separate containers, staged on a base or tray provided by the exhibitor. PhotoKey Card required.

Tropical Terrarium

Class 46 At least three different species and/or cultivars in an enclosed container notto exceed 24” (diagonal inside measurement). To be judged for horticulturaland artistic merit. Accessories permitted. Photo Key card required.

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Terrarium Specimen

(Multiple plants of same variety permitted)

Class 47 One species grown in an enclosed container.

Parent and Child

Class 48 A single plant exhibited along with the parent plant from which it was prop-agated, each in a separate container. Date and method of propagation mustbe specified on a 4” x 6” white index card (starting date, light source, mediumused, repotting date, etc.). Both plants will be judged.

Propagation

Class 49 A single plant propagated by the exhibitor from seed, stem, leaf cutting or other method. Date and method of propagation must be specified on a 4” x 6” white index card (starting date, light source, medium used, repottingdate, etc.).

Grand Dame (A plant noted for its age, owned by the exhibitor for at least 5 years)

Class 50 Grown primarily for flower

Class 51 Grown primarily for foliage

Twins

Class 52 Two matching plants, judged as a pair

Rose

Class 53 Standard Tree Rose

Class 54 Rose bush

Par

Class 55 An individual plant, owned by the exhibitor for a minimum of six months,which does not qualify for entry elsewhere in Division III. One entry per exhibitor. To be judged on horticultural excellence.

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DIVISION IV: CUT SPECIMENS

DIVISION CONSULTANT: Lee Patterson (508) 785-8340 / [email protected]

Passing and Registration for Entries in Division IVThursday, June 20, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cut specimens must be properly conditioned in order to survive the entire (un-air

conditioned) run of the Show.

Stems may not exceed 40" in length. All stems should include enough foliage to

indicate the overall health and vigor of the plant; two full sets of attached leaves are

recommended. Also, length of stem should be proportional. All entries should be a

single stem with foliage attached above the water line and must have been grown by the

exhibitor.

Vases for staging your cut specimen will be provided by The Newport Flower Show.

Please read the Horticulture Rules on page 23 before entering your cut specimen.

No entries will be passed after 4.00 p.m.

Judging criteria for cut specimens include: form, substance, condition, grooming and

labeling. The Newport Flower Show reserves the right to remove cut specimens that

have wilted

Annuals and Biennials

Class 56 Annual or Biennial in bloom

Class 57 Annual or Biennial grown for foliage

Perennial

Class 58 Alchillea

Class 59 Alchemilla

Class 60 Aquilegia

Class 61 Astilbe

Class 62 Astrantia

Class 63 Campanula

Class 64 Coreopsis

Class 65 Delphinium

Class 66 Dianthus

Class 67 Digitalis

Class 68 Leucanthemum

Class 69 Paeonia

Class 70 Salvia

Class 71 Veronica

Class 72 Other perennial in bloom

Class 73 Other perennial grown for foliage

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Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber & Corm

Class 74 Allium

Class 75 Dahlia

Class 76 Iris

Class 77 Lilium Asiatic

Class 78 Lilium Oriental

Class 79 Lilium Other

Class 80 Other bulb, rhizome, tuber or corm in flower

Hydrangea

Class 81 Hydrangea arborescens

Class 82 Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer'

Class 83 Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nikko Blue'

Class 84 Hydrangea macrophylla lacecaps

Class 85 Hydrangea macrophylla mopheads

Class 86 Hydrangea macrophylla other

Class 87 Hydrangea paniculata

Class 88 Hydrangea quercifolia

Class 89 Other Hydrangea

HostaWe’re introducing the American Hosta Society classifications to divide classes. To measure

leaf size, measure leaf-length by leaf-width to obtain the size in square inches. Do not

include petiole (stem) in your calculations. (Hint: An undersized leaf of a variety listed as

a large leaf may not be entered in the medium class.)

Class 90 Miniature less than 6"

Class 91 Small 6" to 29"

Class 92 Medium 30" to 63"

Class 93 Large 64" to 119"

Class 94 Giant 120" or greater

Class 95 Collection of 3 different varieties. Key card required.

Fern

Class 96 Fern native to North America - single frond

Class 97 Other fern - single frond

Class 98 Three fronds of different varieties. Plant list required.

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Species Roses

Class 99 Species (wild) Rose, one stem or spray

Old Garden RoseOld Garden Roses are those classes that existed prior to 1867 and include Alba, Avershire,

Bourbon, Boursalt,Centifolia, Damask, Hybrid Bracteata, Hybrid China, Hybrid

Eglanteria, Hybrid Foetida, Hybrid Gallica, Hybrid Multiflora, Hybrid Perpetual, Hybrid

Sempervirens, Hybrid Setigera, Hybrid Spinosissima, Misc OGR’S Moss, Noisette, Portland

Tea

Class 100 Old Garden Rose (climbing & non-climbing) one stem or spray (class to besubdivided by type)

Modern RoseModern Roses are those classes that came into existence after 1867.

Class 101 Floribunda, one stem or spray

Class 102 Grandiflora, one stem or spray

Class 103 Hybrid Kordesii, one stem or spray

Class 104 Hybrid Rugosa, one stem or spray

Class 105 Hybrid Tea, one stem or spray

Class 106 Large Flowered Climber and Rambler, one stem or spray

Class 107 Miniature and Mini-Flora, one stem or spray

Class 108 Polyantha, one stem or spray

Class 109 Shrub Rose, one stem or spray

Class 110 Other modern rose

Class 111 Unidentified Rose, one stem or spray of any rose whose name is not known

Woody Plant

Class 112 Broad leaf evergreen in bloom

Class 113 Broad leaf evergreen not in bloom

Class 114 Conifers - Cupressaceae Family (includes Calocedrus, Chamaecyparis, Juniperus, Thuja)

Class 115 Conifers - Pinaceae Family (includes Abies, Cedrus, Larix, Picea, Pinus,Tsuga)

Class 116 Other Conifers

Class 117 Woody vines - Clematis

Class 118 Other woody vines

Class 119 Deciduous woody plant in bloom - Cornus

Class 120 Deciduous woody plant in bloom - Spirea

Class 121 Other woody plant in bloom

Class 122 Deciduous woody plant not in bloom - Acer

Class 123 Other deciduous woody plant not in bloom

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Native Wildflowers and Woody Plants

Class 124 Wildflower in bloom

Class 125 Native flowering shrub or tree

Collection

Class 126 Three or more cut flowers and/or foliage specimens, of different varieties,from your garden. To be displayed in the exhibitor’s clear glass vase. The bouquet is not to exceed 20" in height, including vase. Plant list required. To be judged on horticultural excellence.

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THE NEWPORT FLOWER SHOW

NEWPORT, RI

HORTICULTURE DIVISION

Class # Entry #

Class Name

� Novice � Newcomer

Grower’s Notes � Greenhouse � Windowsill

� Under Lights Age Of Plant

Common Name

Botanical Name

Judges’ Comments

Award � First � Second � Third � HM

Exhibitor’s Name

City, State

Date

EXHIBITOR’S RECEIPT

Exhibitor’s Name Class #

Plant Common Name Entry #

A receipt for each container entry must be presented at the

end of the Show to pick-up your Horticulture Entry.

SAMPLE HORTICULTURE

ENTRY CARD

SAMPLE HORTICULTURE PHOTO KEY CARD

In an ongoing effort to improve the educational quality of exhibits at The Newport

Flower Show, a Photo Key Card is required for all exhibits containing three or more

rooted plants. A photo key card is a photo of your exhibit attached (or printed) on

white card stock no larger than 5" x 8". A numbered list of botanical and common

names refers to the corresponding numbered plant in the photo. Please make an effort

to complete your Photo Key Card prior to visiting the Passing Tent. For protection from

the elements your Photo Key Card and Entry Card will be laminated to 8 ½" x 11"

cardstock.

Plant Name

1 Euphorbia ‘Firesticks’

2 Aloe vera

3 Sedum ‘Angelina’

4 Aeonium ‘Kiwi’

5 Crassula muscosa ‘Princess pine’

12

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GENERAL

How to properly measure a container - Size is measured as the longest inside dimen-

sion across the top of the pot; rectangular pots are measured on the diagonal. Disguised

double potting is permitted. The inside pot is the one to be measured.

HORTICULTURE PLANT CLASSIFICATION

AND LABELING RESOURCES

American Rose Society www.ars.org/about_roses/classification.html

Rhode Island Rose Society www.rirs.org

American Hydrangea Society www.americanhydrangeasociety.org

North American Lily Society www.lilies.org/types.html

Rhode Island Wild Plant Society www.riwps.org

New England Wild Flower Society www.newfs.org

Royal Horticulture Society www.rhs.org.uk

American Horticulture Society www.ahs.org

The American Horticultural Society A-Z

Encyclopedia of Garden Plants Christopher Brickell, Judith D. Zuk

The New Royal Horticultural Society

Index of Garden Plants Mark Griffiths

Native Trees, Shrubs and Vines William Cullina

Herbaceous Perennial Plants Allan M. Armitage

Dirr’s Hardy Trees and Shrubs Michael A. Dirr

FLOWER SHOW“LINGO”

Passing: Passers check to make sure exhibits are of show quality, properly groomed,pest and disease free, are in appropriate containers, meet class specifications and are

labeled correctly.

Grooming: Cleaning flowers and plants to remove dirt and spray residue as well asdead foliage or flowers. Grooming should not alter the typical features of the plants or

flowers.

Staging: Designing the show layout of horticulture exhibits.

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Labeling: Identifying all flower and plant entries with correct botanical names. Includethe common name, botanical name and species or variety.

Examples: Common Botantial Species/Variety Lily Lilium ‘Casa Blanca’

Lavender Lavendula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’

Conditioning: Cut outside plants in early morning or late afternoon/evening – not inthe middle of the day when it’s hot. Give specimen a fresh angle cut under water with

a clean instrument. Stand in room temperature water in a cool, shady area for 2 to 12

hours. No leaves or flowers under the water. Optional: Use a plant preservative.

HORTICULTURE “TALK”

Foliage Plant: Plants exhibited primarily for their foliage. A few flowers on the plantsare acceptable unless noted.

Annual Plant: A plant that usually germinates, flowers and dies in one year (cannotnaturally winter over).

Perennial Plant (Herbaceous): A plant with non-woody stems that lives for more than

2 years, flowering over many seasons (hardy).

Biennial Plant: A plant that takes between 12 and 24 months to complete its life cycle.Can self-seed (i.e: Foxglove).

Native Plant: A plant naturally occurring in an environment: essential to providingfood and shelter for wildlife.

Deciduous Trees and Shrubs: Shed the majority of their leaves at the same time

annually (i.e: winter).

Modern Garden Roses: The predominant roses of today in active development by

hybridists. Class of roses not in existence before 1867.

Old Garden Roses: The classes of roses that were established prior to 1867.

Species Roses (Wild Roses): The classes of roses which include both the truly wild

species and those garden forms associated with them.

Botanical Family: A group of one or more genera that share a set of underlying features.Family names end in -aceae.

Genus (Genera) (pl): Group of one or more plants that share a wide range of

characteristics.

Species:Group of plants that are capable of producing offspring similar to themselves.

Cultivars: Group of plants selected or artificially raised, distinct variants of species.

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JUDGING “JARGON”

Cultural Perfection: Vigorous healthy growth, general appearance resulting from

growing in the correct environment.

Form: The shape that is the true or characteristic form of a flower or plant.

Substance: The material of which the flower is made. It should be strong, firm, crisp andfresh. The stem supporting the blooms should be strong and in proportion to the flower.

The leaves should be in good condition and in proportional size to the bloom and stem.

Symmetry: Beauty due to a balanced proportion of parts on a flower or plant.

Distinctiveness: Form, design originality, aesthetic appeal, proportion and relation-ship to the container are all factors.

Maturity: Plants should exhibit mature characteristics as can reasonably be expectedof growing conditions (e.g. greenhouse, under lights, outside).

DIVISION TIPS

Division I - Invitational Garden DesignThis division is by invitation only. Six professional landscape businesses are invited to

design and install a landscaped garden on the front lawn of Rosecliff. Each design will

be approved by The Newport Flower Show Committee. The above ground installa-

tions take place Tuesday to Thursday of Show week.

Division II - Creative Outdoor ContainersThis is a division where you can stretch your creativity, imagination and horticulture legs.

Remember, containers will be viewed mainly from three sides or where the schedule

stipulates something different. Open to everyone

Division III: Ornamental Plants Grown in ContainersSimple unglazed, unpainted terra-cotta pots are strongly recommended, but not

required. If supports are needed, they should be inconspicuous and neat. Use the space

marked “Grower’s Notes” for information that makes your entry special. Check germi-

nation, days to maturity and flowering date if starting entry from seed, bulb, corm,

rhizome or tuber. Buy seedlings or young plants no later than mid-March. Plants must

have been grown by exhibitor for a minimum of 3 months. One plant per pot, except

where stated. Open to everyone.

Division IV: Cut SpecimensStems and branches should be cut in the evening or early morning and allowed to stand

in deep clean water. Always cut longer than necessary so you can give it a fresh cut at

the Show. Proper “conditioning” promotes quick water uptake for longer flower life.

Woody stems do best when cut at a sharp angle, the stem is split up about a half-inch,

all lower leaves should be removed and stems placed in water up to remaining foliage.

Specimen must be from exhibitor’s garden. One stem is permitted in each vase, except

where noted. No loose foliage is allowed in the vase and no foliage should be below the

water line. Open to everyone.

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Class Consultant for Classes 1 - 4 and 9Gail H. Cyr 401-295-1369 | [email protected]

Class Consultant for Classes 5 - 8 and 10Kate Lucey 401-847-6403 | [email protected]

Please indicate “Newport FS Photography” in the subject line of your emails.

Digital Entries

This is a juried show. Advance e-mail registration is required and must be accompaniedby a digital copy of the photo being entered.

Entry in The Newport Flower Show Photography Division is open to everyone.

An exhibitor may enter a class only once, but have up to two entries in the entire Photography Division.

The juried portion of the show will have a limit of 20 entries per class overall. An exhibitor may only enter a total of two photos.

The digital photos will be juried by a panel of photography judges to determine the 6 finalists in each class. These finalists will print and mount their photos for display atThe Newport Flower Show.

Timetable

November 15, 2012 Registration Opens

April 15, 2013 Registration Deadline (including digital photo entry)

April 26, 2013 Notification of results of the jury and final acceptance intothe Show

May 24, 2013 Final receipt of printed photos for the Show

June 21, 2013 Photography finalists judged

June 23, 2013 Show closes at 5:00 p.m.

July 1, 2013 Photos will be returned to entrants who have provided aSASE return packaging (with name, address, and correctpostage)

To Enter

See Pre-registration Form on page 47 for information to be included in your registra-tion e-mail.

All digital entries will be sent to Alycia Moniz at [email protected].

Digital copies of the photograph (jpg format, sized between 1 and 5 Megabytes), not paper copies, must accompany the registration e-mail.

Please have your digital photograph file name include; your first initial, last name and class number, instead of the jpg number/letters assigned by your camera (ex: GCyr1.jpeg).

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Include “Newport Flower Show Photography Entry” in the subject line of the e-mail.

Because digital photos are required as part of the entry process, please e-mail your registration information along with your digital photo. Please, no snail mail!

The digital entry does not need to include a description of the photograph or identifi-able plant material.

Any manipulation done to the photo must be done before the digital entry is submitted. Manipulation at the time of exposure, in the darkroom, or by computer isallowed in all classes and must be the work of the exhibitor. This includes cropping of the image, enhancement for color or clarity, removal of a part of the image, combining images, or distorting the original subject.

Photographs that have won a blue ribbon in a Major Flower Show may not be enteredin competition again. Photographs that have been previously entered, but have notwon a blue ribbon, may be re-entered if altered and remounted.

The Photography Committee has the right to reclassify an entry, if in their opinion thephotograph fits into another class better than the class it was submitted to. They willnotify the entrant of the change.

Digital images of initial entries submissions will not be returned.

Finalists

The following set of rules applies to finalists chosen from the juried part of The Newport Flower Show Photography Division.

Finalist’s mounted photographs must be received by The Newport Preservation Society on or before May 24, 2013.

Please mail to:

THE NEWPORT FLOWER SHOWThe Preservation Society of Newport County424 Bellevue AvenueNewport, RI 02840

When the photographer has been notified that their photograph has been accepted forfinal judging, the final show quality print of the photograph must be mounted ontophoto mounting board with a bright white overlay mat, securely fastening the photo-graph and the mat to the mounting board on all sides. The surface finish of the photograph is the choice of the exhibitor. Please do not use doubled sided tape!

If the printed photo is not received by May 24, 2013, the Photography Division will assume you have withdrawn your entry and your entry position will be given to the nextperson in line from the jury results.

The printed photo must match the digital image in all respects including color, cropping and/or manipulation. The photo will be returned to the exhibitor if the Photograph Committee determines:

The print is significantly different from the digital submission.

The print is matted incorrectly

The print and/or mat do not appear to be in show condition

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The Photography Committee will ask the exhibitor to reprint and/or remount thephoto. The newly mounted photo must be resubmitted to the Preservation Societyprior to June 14, 2013.

Each entry must be labeled on the back of the mounting board in the lower right handcorner with the following information:

Class Entered (Number and Title)NameGarden Club/Zone (if applicable)AddressTelephone Number and E-mail addressPlant Material (Optional)Title or brief description (Optional)First time Exhibitor in Newport FS Photo Division? (Yes/No)Novice? (Yes/No) A novice is an exhibitor who has not won a blue ribbon in photography in a major flower show.

The top of the photograph must be indicated. DO NOT attach anything to the back of thephoto to hang it, we will provide the picture hook.

The finished presentation is required to have outside dimensions of 11" x 14", EXCEPTin Classes 9 and 10. In Classes 9 and 10, the maximum total of the outside edge dimensions shall not exceed 60" and the minimum height or width shall be 6" andmaximum height or width shall be 24". Matting is not required in Classes 9 and 10,but entries must be able to be hung from a picture hook.

The photographs must be the work of the exhibitor. Matting, mounting and printingmay be done professionally.

Glass and framing are not permitted.

If you wish to receive your entry back after the Show, photographs must be mailed withself-addressed return packaging, packing material, and proper return postage (via USPostal Service Priority Mail).

Digital images of initial entries submissions shall not be returned.

Digital entries submitted to the juried portion of the Show will be shown on a screenin a slideshow during The Newport Flower Show whether or not they were finalists inthe competition.

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The Shining World

The World, Close upA stir of breeze

Touches the fragrant orange blossoms

Glistening with rain,

And the first song of the wood-thrush

Floats in clouds among the hills.

– Fujiwara Shunzei, (1114-1204) trans. Earl Miner and Robert H. Brower

Class 1 Peony A photograph of light playing on peonies.

Class 2 Rain A photograph showing precipitation as it interacts with

the plant.

Class 3 Birds A photograph of typically Asian birds.

Class 4 Blossoms A photograph of a flowering branch.

The World at LargeFar, far away,

Those mountain slopes where the mist

Rises with the spring,

But the soft approaches of the breeze

Are laden with the fragrance of the flowers.

– Ariwara no Motokata (d.953) trans. Earl Miner and Robert H. Brower

Class 5 Spring A photograph depicting a spring landscape.

Class 6 Gardens A photograph of an oriental inspired garden.

Class 7 Mountain A landscape photograph including a mountain or

mountains.

Class 8 Misty Landscapes A landscape depicting rising mist.

Creative WorldClass 9 Triptych A series of three photographs inspired by haiku, matted

as one print or three separate prints to be presented as

one product.

A petal shower

Of mountain roses,

And the sound of rapids

– Matsuo Basho (1655-1694) trans. Robert Hass

Class 10 Monochrome A monochrome photograph, inspired by the following

haiku; may include a subtle hint of other colors.

Winter solitude

In a world of one color

The sound of wind

– Matsuo Basho (1655-1694) trans. Robert Hass

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Please email the digital photo entry with your registration information as requested below. Registration information may be written in the body of your email.

Please indicate “Newport FS Photography” in the subject line of any emails.

Registration Form and Digital Photo should be sent to:

Alycia Moniz

[email protected]

Registration Form and Digital Photo must be received by April 15, 2013

EXHIBITOR/S NAME_______________________________________________________________

HOME #________________CELL #_________________EMAIL ____________________________

ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________

CITY _______________________________________ STATE ______ZIP _________________

CLASS NUMBER _____________________CLASS TITLE _____________________________________

Include a brief description (25 words or less) statement of intent for the photograph, if desired.This will be given to the jury and if you are a finalist, displayed on the entry card next to yourphotograph.

Are you a first time Exhibitor in The Newport Flower Show? � Yes � No

Have you ever won a Blue Ribbon in Photography at a major Flower Show? � Yes � No

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Jacqueline Colbert, Chair [email protected]

Bronwyn McDermott, Vice Chair [email protected]

Horticulture Workshop Blithewold Mansion Gardens & Arboretum101 Ferry Road (Route 114), Bristol, RISaturday, April 6, 2013 – 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Limit 20.

Join us for a guided tour of Blithewold Mansion Gardens and Arboretum’s

extensive grounds guided by their Education Coordinator, Julie Christina. We will enter

through the Moon Gate to explore Blithewold’s collection of Asian plants, from the

Japanese Rock Garden on Narragansett Bay to the Great Bamboo Grove. After our tour

we will go indoors to learn more about Bamboo, the fastest and the tallest growing

plant of the grass family. Each child will receive two plants to grow and cultivate:

Class 1 Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena Sanderiana)

Class 2 Chinese Chives (Allium Tuberosum)

All materials will be provided. Advance registration is required; e-mail:

Jacqueline Colbert / [email protected].

Open Horticulture Class

Class 3 Par

A plant owned by the exhibitor for a minimum of 3 months, which does not qualify for

entry elsewhere in the Children’s Division. The container may contain more than one

plant of the same variety, e.g., ivy, hens and chicks. Only one entry permitted per

exhibitor.

Take your plant(s) to Rosecliff on Thursday, June 20, 2013 between 1:30 p.m. and 4:00

p.m. for judging and exhibition during The Newport Flower Show.

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1. Anyone 12 and under is eligible to enter. All children must be accompanied by anadult at all times.

2. Containers must be clean and proportionate to the planting within.

3. Exhibitor is responsible for identifying entries with correct botanical and commonnames.

4. Children’s horticulture entries should be dropped off for judging at the Children’sTent at Rosecliff on Thursday, June 20, 2013 between 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. On-site parking at Rosecliff is available at this time only.

5. Exhibits must be removed on Sunday, June 23, 2013, between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00p.m. The committee will not be responsible for any exhibits left after 6:00 p.m.

6. See page 54 for Children’s Awards.

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All on-site workshops will be held at the Children’s Tent on the back lawn at Rosecliff.

Please note that adults must accompany children at all times. Adults will be required

to purchase a Show ticket to enter the Show grounds.

Floral Design WorkshopRosecliff - Children’s Tent – Back LawnFriday, June 21, 2012 – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.Limit 15

Bring your clippers and creativity to design a floral arrangement to be judged and then

exhibited for the duration of The Newport Flower Show. All materials will be provided

and sponsored by The Water’s Edge Flowers, Newport, RI. Advance registration is

required; e-mail Jacqueline Colbert / [email protected].

Harness the WindRosecliff - Children’s Tent – Back LawnSaturday June 22, 2013 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Limit 20

Come and create an Asian-themed kite, such as a dragon or a carp, or make a Japanese

fan with beautifully printed papers and beads. The children will learn the ancient art

of kite making and the great importance of these crafts in Asian culture. All materials

will be provided. Advance registration is required; e-mail Jacqueline Colbert /

[email protected].

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Create a Miniature Zen GardenRosecliff - Children’s Tent – Back LawnSaturday, June 22, 2013 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.Limit 20

Roll up your sleeves and join Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum’s Education

Coordinator Julie Christina, as she teaches you how to create your very own miniature

Japanese Zen Garden. Zen gardens have been used for centuries as a form of spiritual

contemplation. These gardens typically consist of pebbles, sand, rocks and sometimes

plants. The sand or pebbles represent the sea, and the larger rocks or moss represent

mountains and islands. Japanese Zen gardens can be a fun way to relax a child's mind

while providing a fun and artistically engaging craft. All materials will be provided.

Advance registration is required; e-mail Jacqueline Colbert / [email protected].

Roger Williams Park Zoomobile - The Year of the SnakeRosecliff - Children’s Tent – Back LawnSaturday, June 22, 2012 – 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Limit 25

Meet the Zoomobile crew from Roger Williams Park Zoo and a few of their snakes.

The Jade Emperor, in Chinese folk culture, was so delighted with the creatures on earth

that he decided to divide the calendar years between all of the animals. Together let’s

celebrate - 2013 - The Year of the Snake! Come join us to learn why snakes are such fas-

cinating creatures and of such integral importance to humans and our environment.

Advance registration is required; e-mail Jacqueline Colbert / [email protected].

The Ancient Art of OrigamiRosecliff - Children’s Tent – Back LawnSunday, June 23, 2013 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Limit 20

Come join us to master the ancient art of Origami. The children will learn the process

of folding paper to create fantastic creatures both big and small. From folding a sim-

ple flower, grasshopper or boat to a complex rocket ship, your child will be amazed by

what a piece of paper can become. Let’s bring paper to life! All materials will be pro-

vided. Advance registration is required; e-mail Jacqueline Colbert / markand-

[email protected].

Ichiban Karate!Rosecliff - Children’s Tent – Back LawnSunday, June 23, 2013 – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.We are thrilled to have the team from Chick Gavitt’s Ichiban Karate Studio in Wakefield

present their unique style of Martial Arts. Their performance will excite and inspire

everyone to join in on the fun! Learn basic karate techniques after the team enthralls

us with their high kicks and enthusiasm. Come Kick with us!

No advance registration is required and no limit to class size.

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In celebration of the annual Newport Flower Show, we invite merchants to enter the Re-

tail Window Display Division. The purpose of the division is to promote synergy be-

tween businesses, The Newport Flower Show and the many visitors in town for this

event. Windows are displayed to reflect the spirit and the theme of the show. This year’s

theme is Jade – Eastern Obsessions.

Judges will award 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mention ribbons based on the best in-

terpretation and incorporation of the Show theme into their display. The division will

include two groups, national and local retail. Participants may be further segmented ge-

ographically depending on the number of entries.

Each participant will receive a letter of acknowledgement and an Appreciation Ribbon.

Judging will take place on Monday, June 17, 2013. Ribbons will be awarded on Tuesday,

June 18, 2013, enabling awarded ribbons to be on display throughout the week leading

up to opening day of The Newport Flower Show on Friday, June, 21, 2013. Window

displays will remain in place through Sunday, June 23, 2013 in celebration of The New-

port Flower Show weekend.

Advance registration required.

Division ChairLynne Covello Kaye (617)877.9988 / [email protected]

Merchant Representative

Amy Loudin (401) 619.5240 / [email protected]

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Awards Ceremony

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 3:30 p.m.Rosecliff

Judges’ Commendation: May be given to a class or division or other aspect of the Show

that is of exceptional merit.

THE GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA

Award of Distinction in Floral Design: The Garden Club of America Award of

Distinction in Floral Design may be awarded to GCA club member, GCA clubs, non-

members or other organizations for a creative design of outstanding beauty in the

Floral Design Division. The entry must have placed first, second or third. Challenge

class entries are not eligible.

Award of Distinction in Horticulture: The Garden Club of America Award of

Distinction in Horticulture may be awarded to GCA club member, GCA clubs, non-

members or other organizations for an entry which achieves an exceptional standard

of horticulture excellence in the Horticulture Division of a flower show. The entry must

have placed first, second or third. The Award may not be presented more than once to

the same exhibit.

Award of Distinction in Photography: The Garden Club of America Award of

Distinction in Photography may be awarded to an exhibitor for a photograph of high

creative and technical merit in a competitive class in the photography division of a

flower show. The entry must have placed first, second or third. The Award may not be

presented more than once to the same exhibit.

Award of Distinction in Conservation: Award in Conservation may be awarded to aflower show exhibit of exceptional merit which educates the public on conservation

issues and promotes respect for natural resources and responsibility for environment

stewardship. The Award may not be presented more than once to the same exhibit.

Award of Distinction in Education: The Garden Club of America Award of Distinctionin Education may be presented to a flower show exhibit of exceptional educational

merit which increases the knowledge and appreciation of plants, garden design, civic

improvement or historic preservation. The Award may not be presented more than

once to the same exhibit.

NATIONAL GARDEN CLUB

National Garden Club Award: To be presented to the exhibit judged to be the finest inthe Design Division. Exhibit must be a blue ribbon winner scoring 95 or more.

National Garden Club Award: To be presented to the exhibit judged to be the finest inthe Horticulture Division. Exhibit must be a blue ribbon winner scoring 95 or more.

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DESIGN DIVISION

The Newport Flower Show Best in Show Award: Selected from among The Newport

Flower Show blue ribbon winners.

The Newport Flower Show Artistic Botanicals Award: Awarded to the exhibit showingimpressive quality, skill and creativity. A minimum of three classes of Artistic Botanicals.

Need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Newport Flower Show Novice Award: Awarded to the most distinctive design by anovice exhibitor in any design class in The Newport Flower Show. The recipient need not

be a blue ribbon winner.

The Newport Flower Show New Exhibitor Award: Awarded to the most distinctive entryby a first-time exhibitor. Winner need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Newport Flower Show Niche Award: Awarded to the exhibit judged to be the “mostcreative” staged in a niche, with a minimum of three Niche Classes in the Design Division.

Need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Preservation Society of Newport County Design Award: Awarded to the exhibit inthe challenge class displaying the most creative use of the majority of components issued.

Need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Corinne Clarke Reynolds Trophy: Given by her daughter, June Reynolds MacKaye

and granddaughters, June Reynolds Davis, Dottie Corinne Houser and Christienne Bailey

MacKaye, for the best interpretation of a class title in the Design Division. This will be

awarded by ballot among the Design Judges.

The Bettie Bearden Pardee Award:Awarded to an outstanding design using all fresh plantmaterial grown and arranged by the exhibitor. The selection, quantity and quality of plant

material will be considered during judging. Note for 2013: Class description will supercede

quantity restrictions for this award. All other parameters are still applicable.

The Candace Morgenstern Design Award: Awarded to an exhibit showing exceptionalquality using innovative techniques involving the manipulation of fresh plant material.

Recipient need not be a blue ribbon winner.

HORTICULTURE DIVISION

The Gilbert S. Kahn Sweepstakes Award:Awarded to the Exhibitor winning the most blueribbons in the Horticulture Classes.

The Mrs. Robert M. Grace Best in Show Award: Best in show to be selected from Horti-culture Division blue ribbon winners.

The Mrs. Samuel M.V. Hamilton Award: Awarded to the most creatively original and

whimsical presentation of plant material in any container.

The Oatsie Charles Award: Awarded to the most outstanding cut specimen of a shrubgrown for its flower.

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The Annie Laurie Aitken Award:Awarded to the most outstanding rose cut specimen inShow.

The Jocelyn Sherman Propagation Award: Awarded to a container entry propagated byan amateur exhibitor in whose name it is entered. The difficulty of propagation, detailed

description of propagation process and distinction in its presentation, will be consider-

ations for this award. Entry must have been grown by exhibitor for a minimum of six

months and need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Newport in Bloom Award: Awarded to the most exceptional entry in the OutdoorContainer classes. Recipient need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The URI Master Gardener Association Award: Awarded to the most distinctive indooror outdoor container entry by a novice. This may include houseplants. The recipient need

not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Newport Flower Show New Exhibitor Award:Awarded to the most distinctive entryby a first-time exhibitor. Recipient need not be a blue ribbon winner.

The Green Animals Topiary Award: Awarded to the best Topiary in Show.

The Rhode Island Wild Plant Society Award: Awarded to the best native Rhode Islandplant entry in any class. The recipient need not be a blue ribbon winner.

PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION

The Newport Daily News Best in Show Award: Awarded to the most distinguished

photograph that is a finalist in the Photography Division. It need not be a blue ribbon

winner. Photograph to be published in The Newport Daily News.

The Newport Flower Show Novice Award in Photography: Awarded to the most dis-tinctive photograph by a Novice exhibitor, that is a finalist in the Photography Division.

The Newport Flower Show Photography Division Judges’ Award for Interpretation:Awarded to an exhibitor for a photograph showing an outstanding composition and

interpretation of the schedule. The photograph must be a finalist in the Photography

Division and have placed first, second or third.

The Newport Flower Show New Exhibitor in Photography Award: Awarded to the mostdistinctive entry by a first time exhibitor to The Newport Flower Show Photography

Division.

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CHILDREN’S EDUCATION DIVISION

The Daisy Award: Awarded to the most creative entry of the judged Children’s DesignClass.

The Green Thumb Award: Awarded to the Children’s Horticulture exhibitor whoseentry shows outstanding horticulture effort and conveys a sincere appreciation and

love of plants.

INVITATIONAL DISPLAY GARDEN DIVISION

The Newport Flower Show Chairmen's Award: For exceptional design and horticul-ture in a display garden. This award was established in 2011 by the three co-chairs

of The Newport Flower Show; Pat Fernandez, Candace Morgenstern and Jocelyn

Sherman.

The Newport Flower Show Founder's Award: Awarded for the most original and

creative use of plant material in a landscape. Style, point of view, plant appropriateness

and educational value will all be considered in the selection process. This Award was

established by the original Founders of The Newport Flower Show.

URI Master Gardener Association Sustainable Garden Award: For excellence in alandscape design which incorporates earth friendly sustainable plant material.

People's Choice Award for Display Gardens: The public selection, based on voting fortheir favorite Display Garden.

RETAIL WINDOW DISPLAY DIVISION

The City of Newport Best Retail Window Display Award: Awarded to the Retail Window Exhibitor whose window best interprets and incorporates The Newport

Flower Show theme

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The Newport Flower Show548 Bellevue Avenue

Newport, Rhode Island 02840

PARKING DURING SHOW HOURS

Free Shuttle Bus Service to The Newport Flower Show is available from the Newport

Grand Parking Lot. Unless you have a parking pass issued by The Newport Flower Show

Committee or a handicap parking designation on your vehicle, you must shuttle to the

Show from the free Newport Grand parking area.

FROM PROVIDENCE

Follow 195 East to Route 24 South, Exit 8 at Fall River and connect to Route 114 South.

*Follow Route 114 South for 7.1 miles. At intersection with Domino’s Pizza and Sunoco

Station, turn right onto Admiral Kalbfus Road. Look for Newport Grand building on

the left in .6 miles. Free parking for The Newport Flower Show and continuous free

shuttle service to Rosecliff on Bellevue Avenue will be available.

FROM BOSTON

Follow Route 93 South to Route 24 South via Exit 4 on the left toward Brockton. Merge

onto Route 24 South via Exit 8A (Tiverton/Newport) Turn slight left onto RI-114 South

(West Main Road) Then follow the directions to Newport from Providence starting

with *.

FROM NEW YORK

Follow I-95 North to Rhode Island exit # 3. This will bring you to Route 138. Follow

signs for Newport Bridge (toll). Take Fall River/Cape Cod exit off bridge. At bottom of

the ramp, cross over to the Newport Grand building. Free parking for the Newport

Flower Show and continuous Shuttle Service to Rosecliff on Bellevue Avenue will be

available.

TO REACH ROSECLIFF FROM NEWPORT GRAND

Take a left onto four-lane divided road. Remain in the left lane and then take a left turn

onto the entry ramp, again remaining in the left lane. Take the first left, following signs

for Scenic Newport and Goat Island. At the second stoplight in .5 miles, turn right onto

America’s Cup Avenue. Follow .8 miles, staying in the left lane and bear left up the hill,

continuing .3 miles to the stoplight at Bellevue Avenue. Turn right, and proceed 1.2

miles on Bellevue Avenue to Rosecliff on the left.